Accounting Manager

Job Description:

At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.
We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Accounting Manager to join our growing Global Corporate Accounting team. This role is ideal for a fast learner who thrives in dynamic environments, embraces change, and is passionate about building scalable, high-quality accounting processes.

As an Accounting Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in financial reporting, internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration. You will oversee key accounting functions, strengthen compliance frameworks, support audit readiness, and drive continuous process improvement. This is a high-impact role with visibility across finance and business teams.

You Will:

Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Lead and review critical components of the month-end and quarter-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and trend reviews.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.

• Analyze financial data and system outputs to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.

Internal Controls & SOX Compliance

• Ensure internal controls, policies, and procedures are properly designed, documented, and consistently followed.

• Maintain comprehensive audit trails and documentation to support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.

• Perform process and control reviews and partner with stakeholders to remediate control gaps.

• Drive continuous strengthening of the company’s control environment.

External Audit & Compliance

• Support external audit processes, including preparation of schedules, responding to audit inquiries, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

• Proactively identify inefficiencies in audit workflows and escalate improvement opportunities to management.

• Partner with auditors to ensure smooth, timely completion of audits.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Analyze current accounting workflows and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, automation, and scalability.

• Drive ERP optimization initiatives (NetSuite or similar systems).

• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects related to system implementations, accounting policy changes, or new business initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with business partners to ensure accurate accounting treatment for accruals, new products, and strategic initiatives.

• Work effectively with stakeholders across teams, regions, and different cultural backgrounds.

• Build scalable processes that reduce manual intervention and eliminate operational dependencies.

• Conduct technical accounting research and prepare comprehensive documentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders to assess the impact of new accounting standards and evolving business activities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented environment.

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting while maintaining strong attention to detail.

• Lead and contribute to projects that improve operational excellence within the Accounting organization.

You Have:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance requirements.

Direct experience supporting external audits.

Experience documenting and testing internal controls.

Proven time management skills and experience with leading projects related to process improvements or new initiatives.

Experience working with NetSuite or other ERP systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong project management and organizational skills. Experience with streamlining processes and/or design and implementation of accounting policies and procedures

Ability to multitask and adapt to evolving business requirements.

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant

Public accounting and/or audit background.

Experience in fintech or high-growth environments.

Experience managing or mentoring team members.

Exposure to large data sets and familiarity with Excel and/or SQL.

Work Setup:

Shift: Morning

#LI-Hybrid

Location: Greenfield, Mandaluyong City

Our Benefits:

• Rice Allowance

• Transportation Allowance

• Paid Vacation

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• Accident and Life Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together

At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.