Finance Assistant Manager

DHL Germany; Philippines; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Germany in the Philippines is seeking a Finance Assistant Manager to oversee FP&A, GL management, taxation, and financial reporting. You will partner with Operations, Commercial, HR, IT, and other functions to drive performance insights and support strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 5+ years in finance, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Finance & Accounting experience.
• Proven people management and leadership experience.
• Hands-on FP&A, GL, Taxation, and Financial Reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Oversee GL accounting and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Manage corporate tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Develop and mentor finance team and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and automation.

Skills

Finance & accounting experience

People management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Finance Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting key finance functions, including Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), General Ledger (GL) management, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The role serves as a critical business partner across functions, providing financial insights, driving performance analysis, ensuring financial integrity, and supporting strategic decision-making.

This position requires a highly analytical and hands-on finance professional with strong leadership capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives and operational decisions.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports.

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Oversee General Ledger accounting activities and ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records.
• Review month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Support external and internal audit requirements.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage corporate tax compliance, tax filings, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure adherence to local statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and government agencies when required.
• Identify opportunities for tax efficiency while maintaining compliance.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, coach, and develop finance team members to achieve departmental objectives.
• Provide guidance and performance management to direct reports.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Commercial, HR, IT, and other business functions to support organizational goals.
• Drive cross-functional engagement and foster strong working relationships across the business.

Financial Governance & Process Improvement

• Strengthen financial controls and governance processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process automation, and operational efficiencies.
• Utilize data analytics and financial insights to improve business performance and decision-making.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Finance and Accounting experience.
• Proven experience in a people management and leadership role.
• Strong hands-on experience in:
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Financial Reporting and Budgeting

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Highly data-driven with the ability to translate financial data into business insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong collaboration and influencing capabilities across different levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Transport and Logistics industry is highly preferred.
• Exposure to multinational and matrix organizational environments is an advantage.
• Experience with business intelligence and financial reporting tools is a plus.