Finance Controller

ACCION LABS PHILIPPINES, INC.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,339,000 - 2,009,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCION LABS PHILIPPINES, INC. is seeking a strategic Financial Controller to lead the finance function, oversee office administration, and drive robust internal controls in a fast-paced environment.

The role covers governance, dashboards, government grants, and corporate affairs, requiring strong financial leadership and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth in the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA/ACCA/MIA preferred.
• 8–10 years of relevant leadership experience.
• Mandarin proficiency required.
• Experience in cross-functional operations is a plus.
• Familiar with Philippines tax law and grant schemes.
• Hands-on, proactive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely month- and year-end closing per statutory and group needs.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries for compliance.
• Maintain accounting records, processes, and internal controls.
• Develop executive dashboards for financial and operational KPIs.
• Drive cost optimization and profitability initiatives.
• Oversee tax submissions, indirect tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify process improvements and ERP/system enhancements.
• Oversee office administration and corporate affairs.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Dashboards

Tax compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/MIA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Tax software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function and play a pivotal role in improving business processes, financial governance, and operational excellence.

This role goes beyond traditional financial control - the ideal candidate will also oversee office administration, corporate affairs, business performance dashboards, government grant applications, and internal controls, ensuring a robust and scalable operation that supports business growth.

Qualification & Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA/ACCA/MIA preferred.

• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience, including experience in a similar leadership role.

• Has Proficient/Basic in Mandarin

• Experience in managing cross-functional operational processes is strong plus.

• Familiarity with Philippines tax law, corporate affairs, and grant schemes.

• Hands-on, resourceful, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-To-Have:

• Prior experience in Technology, Cloud, or Consulting Industry.

• Exposure to IPO preparation, internal audit set-up, or group-level consolidation.

• Understanding of AWS billing or SaaS revenue models is a plus

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Work on all aspects of financial reporting, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Ensure accurate, timely month-end/year-end closing in compliance with local statutory and group requirements.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries to ensure full compliance.

• Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records, processes, and internal controls.

Business Performance & Dashboarding

• Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards and KPIs to track financial, sales, and operation performance (dashboards by customers and by product lines).

• Partner with sales and delivery teams to provide financial insights for strategic decisions.

• Drive cost optimization, margin analysis, and profitability initiatives.

Credit and Cash Flow Management

• Maintain the financial health along with cash flow, credit management, and AR overdue controls in place.

Process Improvement & Systems Enhancement

• Identify broken or inefficient finance and operational processes and propose automation or redesign initiatives.

• Lead or support ERP, accounting system, and workflow enhancements in collaboration with IT and HQ.

• Establish SOPs and internal policies for finance operations and administrative processes.

Taxation & Compliance

• Oversee corporate tax submissions, indirect tax, withholding tax, transfer pricing documentation, and local regulatory compliance.

• Keep abreast of tax incentives, exemptions, and rulings to optimize tax strategy.

• Ensure governance practices are aligned with group, local statutory, and IPO readiness requirements.

Government Grants & Corporate Affairs

• Proactively identify and apply for relevant government funding, tax incentives, and grand schemes.

• Maintain compliance with local authorities and industry associations.

• Prepare necessary documentation and liaise with government agencies on all related matters.

Office Administration & Corporate Support

• Oversee office administration, procurement, lease agreements, and general affairs.

• Manage company secretarial matters, board meeting documentation, and statutory fillings (when required).

• Support HR and legal teams on payroll, employee claims, and corporate documents as needed