Strategic Controller - Shared Services & GAAP Finance

Stagwell Inc.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 2,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Stagwell Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a seasoned Controller to lead the CORE Stagwell accounting function, delivering monthly financial statements, close processes, and reconciliations for the global network of brands.

With 10+ years in accounting and a CPA, you will oversee SOX controls, budgets, treasury, and intercompany activity, managing a 5+ person team and coordinating with AR/AP/Billing and Corporate teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• CPA certification.
• 10+ years of related experience, with Public Accounting and industry experience being a plus.
• 5+ years of Maconomy (or competitor) experience and proficiency on all Maconomy modules.
• Demonstrated competence in operational improvement and system optimization.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Manage a staff of 5+ and interact with Shared Services Teams (AR/AP/Billing/Corporate).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Monthly Financial Statements.
• Lead the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, reporting requirements, and variance analysis.
• Review bi-weekly payroll, journal entries and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Manage the network’s month-end reporting process in compliance with Stagwell global deadlines and guidelines.
• Assist in the issuance of timely management reports for CORE Stagwell Functional users.
• Assist in treasury functions including day to day banking and cash forecasting.
• Utilize ERP to track and maintain key initiatives / projects for all CORE Stagwell functions.
• Review and approve monthly reconciliation of all Balance Sheet accounts and certain P&L accounts.
• Manage the reconciliation of Intercompany activity with other Stagwell subsidiaries.
• Prepare and maintain Corporate allocations for all departments to ensure appropriate chargebacks and billings to Stagwell Brands Manage/Review monthly close entries according to U.S. GAAP (i.e., Accruals, Cash and CC Reconciliations, Amortization/Depreciation).
• Oversee the operations of the accounting department, and work with the central AP, AR, and Billing Teams.
• Ensure that accounts receivables and payables are posted with proper coding and paid in a timely manner.
• Ensure that subledgers are reconciled monthly.
• Assist in treasury functions including day to day banking and cash forecasting.
• Assist with the production of the annual budget and quarterly reforecasts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly/quarterly Stagwell reporting package and assist Corporate as needed.
• Manage the Internal/External Audits: prepare schedules as assigned and conduct audit research and answer questions.
• Own SOX compliance by establishing/maintaining strong accounting controls and practices over financial reporting with the help of Corporate SOX Team.
• Monitor and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with Ad hoc requests as assigned.

Skills

CPA

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Operational improvement

Staff management

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Maconomy

Job description

Stagwell Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a seasoned Controller to lead the CORE Stagwell accounting function, delivering monthly financial statements, close processes, and reconciliations for the global network of brands.

With 10+ years in accounting and a CPA, you will oversee SOX controls, budgets, treasury, and intercompany activity, managing a 5+ person team and coordinating with AR/AP/Billing and Corporate teams.