Finance Specialist - Controllership

evoke; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

30 days leave + birthday leave

Healthcare and wellness

Job summary

evoke is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the company's finance function from its Manila office. You will work with the COE Controllership team to provide accurate financial information and analysis for decision-making and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.

The role requires 4+ years in accounting/finance/audit, including exposure to international environments, with a focus on accuracy and timely reporting. Hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or audit (if non CPA).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or audit (if CPA).
• Experience in Big 4 audit firms is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, create, and post journals and submit for approval.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date records of reconciliation activities, including supporting documentation and evidence.
• Perform Balance Sheet and TB reconciliations assigned by the Senior Team Manager.
• Maintain schedules, account reconciliations and perform accounts analysis as assigned by the Senior Team Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely statutory and consolidated financial statements and disclosures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements by collaborating across functions.
• Knowledge in a variety of ad hoc technical accounting issues; preparing technical accounting work papers; preparing these for audit and presenting these to management.
• Provide support to Senior Controllership Specialists for all internal and external audit activities through the provision of required documentation, attendance of necessary meetings.
• Collaborate with COE Controllership Senior Team Manager to set daily, weekly, monthly and annual performance targets and KPI’s for the team

Education

BS Accountancy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The role will play a pivotal role in supporting the Company’s finance function. Within the role, you will work closely with COE Controllership team, responsible for supporting decision-making processes by providing accurate financial information and analysis to various stakeholders. Your expertise in financial reporting will contribute to the financial health and strategic direction of the Company.

What you will be doing:

Core responsibilities

• Prepare, create, and post journals and submit for approval;
• Maintain organised and up-to-date records of reconciliation activities, including supporting documentation and evidence;
• Perform Balance Sheet and TB reconciliations assigned by the Senior Team Manager;
• Maintain schedules, account reconciliations and perform accounts analysis as assigned by the Senior Team Manager;
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely statutory and consolidated financial statements and disclosures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements by collaborating across functions;
• Knowledge in a variety of ad hoc technical accounting issues; preparing technical accounting work papers; preparing these for audit and presenting these to management;
• Provide support to Senior Controllership Specialists for all internal and external audit activities through the provision of required documentation, attendance of necessary meetings.
• Collaborate with COE Controllership Senior Team Manager to set daily, weekly, monthly and annual performance targets and KPI’s for the team

Ad hoc responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate continuous professional development, keeping abreast of all internal, legislative, and industry best practice;
• Ensure appropriate interpretation and implementation of required changes in a timely manner;
• Support all internal and external audit activities through the provision of required documentation when necessary.
• The above accountabilities and responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties that are consistent with the level and grading of the role.

Who we are looking for:

• Graduate of BS Accountancy or any related course
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working in the field of accounting, finance, or audit (if non CPA)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the field of accounting, finance, or audit. (if CPA)
• Experience in Big 4 audit firms is an advantage. (External Hire)
• Highly accurate and detail orientated in processes undertaken and work produced
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Preparation of management information reports
• Exposure to international working environments
• Knowledgeable in using finance systems
• Proficient in MS Office application (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Thrive in a small team, but also in a larger group environment

Ability to:

• Work independently without the need for much guidance
• Recognise potential issues and make suitable recommendations to resolve the challenge
• Multitask
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment

What we offer:

Our roles offer more than just a job, you’ll become part of the evoke family! We have created an environment where our people can thrive. Check out some of the fantastic benefits on offer:

• Financial: Competitive salary and bonus schemes.
• Hybrid working: Our employees can work from home up to 40% of the time with 60% of office time built in to ensure we get some face-to-face collaborative team time - and the chance for a coffee and a catch-up!
• Paid Time Off (Service incentive leave): You’ll be entitled to 30 days leave on an annual basis, and an extra day for your birthday.
• Healthcare and Wellness: Tools and services to help support your well-being, including support with mental health and financial education.

More about evoke

We’re a business that embraces change and progress. The power behind big name brands William Hill, 888 and Mr Green, evoke is the new name for 888 Holdings. Marking a new sense of purpose, direction, and ambition for the business. There couldn’t be a more exciting time to join us as we accelerate our journey to bring even greater delight to our customers. That’s the future. That’s evoke.

At evoke, you’ll benefit from flexibility and a culture built on trust. We’ll give you the space to be yourself and the tools you need to protect our customers while they play. We’ll invest in your future to help you develop your unique strengths and build a career that’s right for you.

At evoke, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion for the benefit of our company, employees, and communities. We foster a welcoming and safe workplace that values all forms of diversity and provides opportunities for growth.