Finance & Accounting Manager | BSP / NBFI / Fintech Experience | CPA | Onsite

TerraBarn Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Job summary

TerraBarn Inc. in Makati City, Philippines, is seeking an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager to lead full accounting operations, ensure BSP and BIR compliance, and drive finance transformation initiatives.

The role requires CPA with 7+ years of progressinve finance experience in regulated environments, and hands-on ERP/digital automation exposure to deliver scalable financial processes.

Qualifications

• CPA is required.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, compliance, or audit.
• Managerial or team leadership experience.
• Strong background in BSP compliance, regulatory reporting, and financial operations in financial services, fintech, banking, or NBFI environments.
• Experience in ERP implementation, finance automation, or digital transformation projects is an advantage.
• Knowledgeable in PFRS, taxation, internal controls, and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Finance automation tools

BI tools

Job description

Finance & Accounting Manager | BSP / NBFI / Fintech Experience | CPA | Onsite

TerraBarn Inc.

On-site - Makati 5-10 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Government Mandated Benefits

Insurance Health & Wellness

HMO

Finance & Accounting Manager

Makati City, Philippines | Full On-site

About the Role

E. Zobel, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by Enrique Zobel and is part of the Ayala Group. It focuses on driving social impact through education, community development, health, and livelihood programs, helping uplift underserved communities and promote sustainable growth.

This opportunity is for direct employment, offering candidates the chance to contribute to meaningful initiatives within a purpose-driven and reputable organization.

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