Finance Manager (UK Client | Xero) - Remote

EnableSME, Inc.; Pasig; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Laptop provided

Remote work

Career advancement

Job summary

enablesGROUP is seeking a Finance Manager to lead end-to-end finance operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and cash flow management. You will start with day-to-day bookkeeping and progressively take on planning, reporting, and process improvements.

The role requires strong accounting skills, UK workflow experience, and proficiency with Xero in a remote setting. Excellent attention to detail and independent work style are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent preferable.
• Strong English communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end finance operations and ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage bookkeeping, reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting.
• Coordinate with UK management for financial insights and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

English communication

Remote work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Join the enablesGROUP – Where Talent Meets Opportunity!

Why Join enablesGROUP?

Since 2016, enablesGROUP has been on a mission: to deliver high-quality operations and outsourcing services to every client, big or small.

Fast forward to 2026, we’ve grown our global footprint to serve 100+ clients and expanded into 4 key industries. At enablesGROUP, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a community that values growth, learning, and success. Check us out at www.enablesgroup.com.

At enablesGROUP, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a community that values growth, learning, and success.

We have market leading engagement scores and invest heavily in your Learning and Development, with a specific focus on enhancing your ability to leverage AI in your daily tasks.

• Comprehensive health and life insurance starting Day 1, covering 2 eligible dependents.
• 19 leave credits for vacation and emergency.
• Endless opportunities for career advancement with annual performance reviews and salary increases.
• Company-provided laptop to set you up for success.
• Convenient office location in Pasig, at the heart of Manila, accessible to all.
• Loyalty rewards: Employees celebrating 5 years could receive a profit-sharing scheme.
• In-house learning & development programs with access to the latest in AI and technology.

Job Title:

Finance Manager

Location:

Remote

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM PH Time

Position Summary

The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the company's end-to-end finance operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and effective cash flow management. The successful candidate will initially be involved in day-to-day bookkeeping activities to gain a deep understanding of the business and will gradually assume greater responsibility for financial planning, reporting, and process improvement.

The role requires a proactive individual with strong technical accounting skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with UK-based finance processes and systems, particularly Xero.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate purchase and sales ledgers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly.
• Manage customer payment allocations and credit control activities.
• Process and administer payroll information.
• Maintain financial records in compliance with company policies and UK accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Produce accurate cash flow reports and forecasts.
• Monitor and report on working capital performance.
• Develop and maintain budgeting and forecasting models.
• Provide KPI reporting and financial analysis to support business decision-making.

Project & Operational Finance

• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and project profitability.
• Prepare project costing and performance reports.
• Conduct stock reconciliations and inventory reporting.
• Support operational teams with financial insights to improve profitability.

Compliance & Controls

• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Support CIS administration and reporting (desirable).

Process Improvement

• Review, improve, and document finance processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency through automation and system enhancements.
• Assist with the development of scalable financial controls as the business grows.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with the UK management team to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external accountants regarding financial reporting and compliance matters.
• Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives through financial analysis and forecasting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, Management Accountant, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and management accounting principles.
• Advanced experience using Xero.
• Experience preparing management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience working with UK-based companies.
• Knowledge of UK VAT regulations and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
• Experience within construction, engineering, project-based, or contracting businesses.
• Experience implementing financial processes and controls.