Global Finance Lead — Manila Hub

Black & White Engineering Limited; Makati; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering Limited in Manila seeks a Finance Executive – Lead to oversee accounting and financial close for UK and European entities from our Manila hub. You will ensure accurate reporting, manage the general ledger, and lead a Finance team while coordinating with Group Finance, CFO, auditors, tax consultants and regulators.

You will drive statutory reporting, VAT and corporate tax filings, and support strategic reporting for lenders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CPA qualification is preferred but not essential.
• At least eight years’ experience in accounting and finance.
• A minimum of three years’ experience managing or leading a team.
• Experience within a multinational organisation or shared-services environment is strongly preferred.
• Practical experience of VAT and taxation matters for UK and European businesses.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge, including general ledger management, balance-sheet reconciliations, month-end close and statutory reporting.
• Experience working with auditors, tax consultants, regulatory authorities and other external partners.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confident use of other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written English and report-writing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and close attention to detail.
• Analytical approach with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder-management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, teams and international locations.
• Self-motivated approach, strong work ethic and positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle general ledger accounting for UK and European entities.
• Review accounting entries, balance-sheet reconciliations, financial statements, tax returns and statutory reporting packages.
• Lead monthly close activities including prepayments, accruals, depreciation and adjusting journals.
• Manage and develop Finance team, set clear expectations and maintain high accuracy and accountability.
• Coordinate preparation and filing of statutory accounts, VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
• Support Group Finance in strategic reporting for private equity partners and lenders.
• Take responsibility for key finance systems and improvement projects within D365.
• Collaborate with auditors, tax consultants, regulatory authorities and external partners.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders across regions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Written English

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

CPA qualification is preferred but not essential.

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Black & White Engineering Limited in Manila seeks a Finance Executive – Lead to oversee accounting and financial close for UK and European entities from our Manila hub. You will ensure accurate reporting, manage the general ledger, and lead a Finance team while coordinating with Group Finance, CFO, auditors, tax consultants and regulators.

You will drive statutory reporting, VAT and corporate tax filings, and support strategic reporting for lenders.