Finance & Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Regulatory Compliance: - Oversee the company’s full accounting operations, including general ledger management, financial reporting, treasury, and reconciliations. - Ensure compliance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS), BSP regulations, BIR requirements, and other statutory obligations. - Prepare and submit accurate and timely regulatory reports, including BSP and tax-related filings. - Lead month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure financial data integrity. - Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax consultants, and BSP examinations. Process Improvement & Internal Controls: - Review and optimize finance workflows to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce manual processes. - Develop and implement strong internal controls, risk management measures, and segregation of duties. - Create, update, and standardize finance policies, procedures, and SOPs. - Ensure audit readiness and proper documentation of all financial transactions and processes. Digital Transformation & Systems Management: - Lead ERP implementation projects and finance systems integration initiatives. - Drive automation projects to improve reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and turnaround times. - Collaborate with IT and data teams to develop real-time dashboards and financial analytics tools. - Support the organization’s transition toward paperless and cloud-based finance operations. - Evaluate and recommend financial technologies and tools that enhance scalability and compliance. Leadership & Stakeholder Management: - Manage and mentor finance and accounting team members. - Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to management. - Partner with cross-functional teams to support business growth and operational goals. - Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation within the finance team. Qualifications: - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required. - At least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, compliance, or audit roles. - With managerial or team leadership experience. - Strong background in BSP compliance, regulatory reporting, and financial operations within financial services, fintech, banking, or NBFI environments is highly preferred. - Experience in ERP implementation, finance automation, or digital transformation projects is an advantage. - Knowledgeable in PFRS, taxation, internal controls, and audit processes. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. - Able to work in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in fintech, digital payments, lending, or financial institutions. - Exposure to business intelligence tools and data visualization platforms. - Familiarity with cloud-based finance systems and workflow automation tools. - Proven track record in improving operational efficiency and implementing scalable finance processes.