Business Manager – Accounting & Compliance

Bscale Labs; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Bscale Laboratories, Inc. seeks a highly organized Business Manager – Accounting & Compliance to oversee the company’s accounting, administration, corporate compliance, and data privacy requirements.

The role partners with management and external professionals to ensure timely regulatory filings and accurate financial reporting. As an early-stage tech company, you will own business operations, drive control environments, and coordinate with auditors, legal counsel, and government agencies to

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Philippine accounting, taxation, BIR compliance, and financial reporting.
• Experience handling corporate compliance and government filings.
• Familiarity with Philippine Data Privacy Act and NPC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping, and financial records.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and schedules.
• Manage payroll, reimbursements, billing, and expenses.
• Coordinate regulatory filings and compliance with government agencies.
• Serve as DPO or coordinate privacy program activities.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Tax compliance

BIR compliance

Financial reporting

Data privacy awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Accountancy

CPA preferred

Tools

External auditors

Job description

Business Manager – Accounting & Compliance

Bscale Laboratories, Inc. is looking for a highly organized and dependable Business Manager – Accounting & Compliance to oversee the company's accounting, administration, corporate compliance, and data privacy requirements.

As an early-stage technology company, we are looking for someone who can take ownership of the business side of our operations and work closely with management, external professionals, and government agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping, and financial records
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and supporting schedules
• Manage payroll, reimbursements, billing, collections, and company expenses
• Ensure proper documentation of transactions
• Coordinate and manage BIR filings and tax compliance
• Work with external auditors or tax professionals when necessary
• Maintain organized accounting and financial records

Corporate & Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and coordinate SEC, BIR, LGU, and other regulatory requirements
• Maintain corporate records, permits, registrations, and compliance calendars
• Coordinate with the Corporate Secretary, legal counsel, auditors, and government agencies
• Assist management with corporate documentation, board requirements, contracts, and regulatory filings
• Ensure that required renewals and filings are completed on time

Data Privacy & DPO Responsibilities

• Serve as the company's designated Data Protection Officer (DPO), subject to qualification and appointment
• Oversee compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act and National Privacy Commission requirements
• Maintain the company's Privacy Management Program and related documentation
• Coordinate NPC registration and regulatory requirements
• Conduct or coordinate Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
• Review internal processes and company products for data privacy compliance
• Support privacy-by-design practices together with the product and technology teams
• Manage data subject requests and coordinate responses to privacy incidents or breaches
• Conduct or coordinate employee and contractor privacy awareness activities

Business Administration

• Oversee general business administration and internal documentation
• Establish and improve administrative and financial processes as the company grows
• Maintain company records, policies, templates, and internal controls
• Coordinate with suppliers and professional service providers
• Support management with operational and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy; CPA is strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of Philippine accounting, taxation, BIR compliance, and financial reporting
• Experience handling corporate compliance and government filings
• Familiarity with the Philippine Data Privacy Act and NPC requirements
• DPO or privacy certification, or relevant data privacy training, is highly preferred; willingness to complete appropriate DPO training is required
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of multiple business functions
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential company, employee, client, and financial information
• Experience in a technology company, startup, professional services firm, or similar environment is an advantage

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who doesn't simply process paperwork, but takes ownership of making sure the company is organized, compliant, financially disciplined, and prepared as it grows.

This role will work closely with Bscale Labs' management and will have significant responsibility and visibility across the organization.