Finance Controller Lead - Cebu City (dayshift, fix weekends off)

About the job: Finance Controller Lead—Compliance, PEZA, Tax
Work Setup: Onsite (Cebu City)

Shift: 10am-7pm; Fixed weekends off

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Management Accounting/Finance.
• At least 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in a BPO setup.
• Must have knowledge of local accounting and compliance reporting

Responsibilities:

• Expertise in Philippine Local Accounting Standards
  Strong working knowledge of local accounting policies, procedures, and statutory requirements specific to the Philippines.
  
• PEZA Compliance & Reporting
  Ensure accurate and timely PEZA reporting, including preparation and submission of required documents. Maintain compliance with PEZA regulations and coordinate with government agencies.
  
• Information Flow Management
  Manage the inflow of financial and operational data for internal and external reporting; ensure information is validated, complete, and submitted on time.
  
• Asset Monitoring & Risk Mitigation
  Oversee tracking of company assets to prevent losses or discrepancies. Proactively identify financial and compliance risks, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
  
• Monthly Performance Reporting (MPR)
  Prepare and analyze MPRs to assess business performance and support strategic decision-making.
  
• Computerized Accounting System (CAS) Compliance
  Maintain and reconcile CAS books in accordance with BIR regulations, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
  
• GAAP Reconciliations
  Perform real-time reconciliation of local books to align with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), ensuring consistency between statutory and management reporting.
  
• Statutory Compliance & External Coordination
  Liaise with external consultants and coordinate with local authorities such as the BIR, SEC, and LGUs for audits, filings, and compliance submissions.
  
• Financial Document Custodianship
  Act as custodian of archived financial records and PEZA-related documents, ensuring secure and organized filing for audit and compliance readiness.
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration
  Demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills to drive alignment across finance, tax, operations, and regulatory teams to achieve shared compliance and performance goals.