Assistant Manager - BSO

BDO CMC; Makati; On-site; PHP 720,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO CMC is seeking an Assistant Manager – BSO to lead outsourced accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit support for multiple clients in the Makati area. You will manage engagements, develop client relationships, and guide the BSO team to deliver high-quality results.

You will oversee bookkeeping, financial reporting reviews, and tax matters, ensuring compliance with PFRS and audit requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• 4–7 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, audit, tax or outsourced accounting services.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple client engagements.
• Strong knowledge of audit coordination, Philippine taxation, internal controls and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of outsourced accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance and audit support.
• Manage client engagements and develop client relationships.
• Coach and develop the BSO team and oversee workload and performance.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and technology adoption in service delivery.
• Support business development and ensure professional standards and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Client management

Engagement oversight

Audit coordination

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

The Assistant Manager – BSO leads the delivery of outsourced accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, financial statement preparation, and audit support services. The role manages client engagements, develops client relationships, leads the BSO team, and contributes to the growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client & Engagement Management

• Manage multiple client engagements and ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality service delivery.
• Serve as the primary contact for key clients.
• Monitor engagement progress, service quality, deadlines, and client satisfaction.
• Identify and address risks, issues, and opportunities.

2. Accounting, Financial Statements, Tax & Audit Support

• Oversee bookkeeping and managed accounting services for multiple clients.
• Review financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide guidance on accounting, financial reporting, and tax matters.
• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements for external audit purposes.
• Ensure compliance with PFRS and applicable reporting requirements.
• Resolve significant financial reporting and accounting issues.

Audit Assistance

• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.
• Support the timely resolution of audit queries and findings.

3. Leadership, Process Improvement & Advisory

• Lead, coach, and develop BSO team members while overseeing workload, resource allocation, and performance.
• Drive process improvements, standardization, automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Support advisory engagements and recommend solutions to strengthen client processes, controls, and reporting.

4. Business Development & Professional Standards

• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support proposals, presentations, and business development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and contribute to practice growth and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements while promoting professionalism and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree inAccountancy
• CPA preferred.
• 4-7 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, audit, tax, or outsourced accounting services.
• Experience in team leadership, client management, and engagement oversight.
• Experience managing multiple clients and complex engagements.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Audit Assistance & Auditor Coordination
• Philippine Taxation and Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Accounting Systems and ERP Platforms
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.