Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions.
• Ensure compliance with local GAAP, tax laws, and internal company policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll processes.
• Support monthly closings and variance analysis.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget planning and periodic forecasting process.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
• Recommend corrective actions for variances and cost control.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns (tax, regulatory).
• Coordinate audits (internal and external) and implement findings.
• Maintain internal controls and drive continuous improvement of financial processes.

Business Partnering

• Work closely with operations, HR, and other departments to support business decisions.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations for cost optimization and operational efficiency.
• Act as a key financial advisor to local leadership.

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor a team of finance and accounting professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting roles.
• At least 3 years in a BPO, shared services, or outsourcing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost structures, pricing models, and SLAs in the BPO industry.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Hands-on experience with automation tools (e.g., Power BI, RPA).
• Familiarity with global accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP).

Benefits

• Company events
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Staff meals provided