Assistant Financial Controller, CPA

I. JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Financial Controller, CPA, assists in managing and overseeing FMI's accounting and financial operations to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial reports, compliance with applicable accounting standards and Philippine tax regulations, and adherence to established internal controls and company policies.

The position supports financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial analysis, audit coordination, and the continuous improvement of accounting processes. The Assistant Financial Controller also supervises accounting personnel, strengthens financial controls, and provides reliable financial information to management to support sound business decisions.

II. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Financial Reporting and Accounting Operations

• Oversee daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and fixed asset accounting.
• Ensure the timely preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure that account balances and supporting schedules are properly reconciled.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS), applicable accounting standards, and company accounting policies.
• Review journal entries, accruals, provisions, and other significant accounting adjustments.
• Analyze financial results and investigate material variances, unusual transactions, and discrepancies.

B. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis

• Assist in preparing annual budgets, operating plans, and periodic financial forecasts.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare management reports covering revenue, expenses, profitability, working capital, and key financial indicators.
• Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
• Support management in financial planning, business analysis, and investment-related assessments.

C. Cash Flow and Treasury Management

• Monitor cash positions, cash flow forecasts, and short-term liquidity requirements.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and monitor the timely collection of receivables and payment of obligations.
• Assist in managing banking relationships, funding requirements, and treasury-related activities.
• Recommend measures to improve working capital management and cash utilization.

D. Tax Compliance and Statutory Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of applicable tax returns and regulatory reports.
• Oversee compliance with relevant Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) requirements, including applicable VAT, withholding taxes, income tax, and other statutory obligations.
• Coordinate with external tax advisers and government agencies on tax-related matters.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements and recommend appropriate compliance measures.

E. Internal Controls, Risk Management, and Audit

• Establish, maintain, and improve accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial policies.
• Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks and recommend appropriate mitigating controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely submission of requested schedules and supporting documents.
• Monitor audit findings and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Safeguard company assets and promote accountability, transparency, and proper documentation of financial transactions.

F. Team Supervision and Process Improvement

• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff to ensure accuracy, productivity, and adherence to deadlines.
• Review the quality and completeness of work prepared by the accounting team.
• Standardize accounting procedures and improve workflows, reporting systems, and documentation.
• Maximize the effective use of accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned by management.

III. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a valid Philippine CPA license.
• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance, preferably with experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience coordinating external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine accounting standards, taxation, and applicable statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated integrity, attention to detail, confidentiality, and sound professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the same or a similar industry as FMI.
• Experience in multi-entity accounting, consolidated financial reporting, or complex financial operations, where applicable.
• Experience in implementing accounting systems, improving internal controls, and streamlining finance processes.

Pay: Php75,000.00 - Php95,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Pay raise
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person