Finance Manager

Karnot Energy Solutions Inc; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 613,800 - 892,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary ₱55,000–80,000 per month

Mapandan-based with NCR travel

External CPA firm partnership

Clear development path to senior roles

Job summary

Karnot Energy Solutions Inc is seeking a Finance Manager in the Philippines to oversee regulatory compliance and manage cash, audit and reporting cycles. You will report to the CEO and mentor the junior Bookkeeper while building a capable finance team.

The role involves coordinating with external CPAs for audits, ensuring timely filings and maintaining treasury relations. Ideal for candidates with CPA or CPA track and strong experience in SME finance.

Qualifications

• BS Accountancy from a recognised Philippine university.
• PRC CPA preferred (Finance Manager candidates pursuing CPA review will also be considered if the rest of the experience is strong)
• 5+ years in SME finance, with at least 2 years as Finance Manager, Senior Accountant or equivalent
• Direct hands-on experience with SEC, BIR, BOI and DOLE filings — not delegated
• Strong Excel proficiency and management-account preparation
• Comfort mentoring a junior team member

Responsibilities

• SEC filings — annual GIS, AFS, beneficial-ownership disclosures, on time and accurate
• BIR filings — monthly VAT (2550M/Q), monthly and quarterly withholding (1601C, 1601E), quarterly and annual ITR (1702), 2316, 1604E, eFPS submissions
• BOI Pioneer status compliance — annual reports, ITH milestone tracking, incentive renewal documentation
• DOLE — annual employment report, SSS / PhilHealth / Pag-IBIG remittances on time, payroll compliance
• LGU — annual Mayor's Permit renewal, business permit and barangay clearance maintenance
• Audited Financial Statements — coordinate the external CPA, manage the audit cycle to SEC and BIR deadlines
• Cash and treasury — weekly cash forecast, PHP / USD supplier and customer flows, banking relationships
• Management reporting — monthly accounts to the CEO, simple board pack, KPI tracking
• Build the finance team over time — Finance Manager and Accountant as the company grows

Skills

Strong Excel proficiency

Mentoring a junior team

Education

BS Accountancy, recognised Philippine university

PRC CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Department

Finance

Reports To

CEO

Team

Mentors junior Bookkeeper

Start date: as soon as the right candidate is identified. Applications welcome now.

The Role

The Finance Manager is responsible for keeping Karnot Energy Solutions Inc. fully compliant with every Philippine regulator we report to — SEC, BIR, BOI, DOLE, LGU, BFP — and for managing the cash, audit and reporting cycle that keeps the business running cleanly. Reports directly to the CEO. Mentors and builds capability in the junior Bookkeeper alongside the day-to-day work.

Key Responsibilities

• SEC filings — annual GIS, AFS, beneficial-ownership disclosures, on time and accurate
• BIR filings — monthly VAT (2550M/Q), monthly and quarterly withholding (1601C, 1601E), quarterly and annual ITR (1702), 2316, 1604E, eFPS submissions
• BOI Pioneer status compliance — annual reports, ITH milestone tracking, incentive renewal documentation
• DOLE — annual employment report, SSS / PhilHealth / Pag-IBIG remittances on time, payroll compliance
• LGU — annual Mayor's Permit renewal, business permit and barangay clearance maintenance
• Audited Financial Statements — coordinate the external CPA, manage the audit cycle to SEC and BIR deadlines
• Cash and treasury — weekly cash forecast, PHP / USD supplier and customer flows, banking relationships
• Management reporting — monthly accounts to the CEO, simple board pack, KPI tracking
• Build the finance team over time — Finance Manager and Accountant as the company grows

Required Qualifications

• BS Accountancy from a recognised Philippine university
• PRC CPA preferred (Finance Manager candidates pursuing CPA review will also be considered if the rest of the experience is strong)
• 5 or more years in SME finance, with at least 2 years as Finance Manager, Senior Accountant or equivalent
• Direct hands-on experience with SEC, BIR, BOI and DOLE filings — not delegated
• Strong Excel proficiency and management-account preparation
• Comfort mentoring a junior team member

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or energy SME
• BOI Pioneer status / Income Tax Holiday compliance familiarity
• PEZA or ESCO framework familiarity
• QuickBooks or Xero experience

What Karnot Offers

• ₱55,000–80,000/month base salary (range reflects experience and PRC CPA status)
• Mapandan-based with occasional NCR travel for BIR / SEC / banking matters
• External CPA firm partnership for technical mentorship and audit support
• Clear development path to senior finance leadership as the company grows

Common Questions

Is this a PH-only role?

Yes. The Finance Manager is responsible for Karnot Energy Solutions Inc. — the Philippine entity — only. Any in-country staffing for UK, USA or Canada customers is recruited locally in those markets.

What is the career path beyond Finance Manager?

As Karnot scales, the Finance Manager role progresses to senior finance leadership. The right candidate grows with the company.