Financial Reporting & Internal Audit Manager

Role Summary
This is a senior individual contributor and people management role within the Finance team.

Based in the Philippines, the successful candidate will lead the preparation of Group consolidated financial statements, oversee audit activities, manage internal control frameworks, and supervise a small team including a Financial Reporting Accountant & Internal Auditor.

This role combines technical reporting expertise with strong leadership and operational oversight in a shared services environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting Oversight (60%)

• Lead the preparation of Group consolidated and subsidiary-level financial statements in line with FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Own the monthly and annual Group financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
• Supervise the day-to-day general ledger processes and month-end tasks for holding companies and shared service entities.
• Coordinate and lead the annual external audit process, acting as the key contact for auditors and leading the resolution of audit queries.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and ensure Group policies and reporting templates remain compliant and up to date.

2. Internal Audit Leadership (30%)

• Design and implement a risk-based internal audit plan, aligned to Group priorities and key risk areas.
• Conduct, review, and document internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Oversee the identification, reporting, and remediation of control gaps, including detailed root cause analysis.
• Lead the rollout and maintenance of Group internal control policies, procedures, and governance documentation.
• Partner with management teams across regions to promote accountability, embed controls, and enhance risk awareness.

3. People Management & Process Leadership (10%)

• Directly manage and lead the Financial Reporting Accountant & Internal Auditor based in the Philippines.
• Provide oversight and quality review of audit workpapers, reporting deliverables, and financial statement drafts prepared by the team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, particularly in financial close efficiency, audit readiness, and documentation quality.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s operational standards, controls, and confidentiality requirements in line with global frameworks.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• ACA / ACCA / CPA qualified (or equivalent), with 10+ years of post-qualified experience in Global Financial Institutions such as EY (SGV), KPMG, Deloitte, PwC, or other public accounting firms.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial statement preparation under FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Hands-on experience managing external audit processes and dealing directly with auditors.
• Proven track record in designing and executing internal audits and developing control frameworks.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities, ideally with remote or offshore team supervision experience.

Technical Competencies

• Deep understanding of financial controls, audit procedures, and accounting standards.
• Advanced Excel skills; capable of working with complex data sets and reconciliations.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and financial reporting tools.

Personal Attributes

• Highly structured, methodical, and process-oriented.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and across borders.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset; comfortable working in a fast-evolving shared services model.

Work Environment

• Occasional flexibility in working hours may be required to align with Ireland-based Group Finance leadership.

• Join a high-performing, globally connected finance team.
• Play a key role in strategic finance transformation and shared services journey.
• Competitive salary and benefits, with full compliance to local labour laws and access to professional development opportunities.

• 100% Remote / Work From Home 
• Work Days: Monday to Friday
• Shift Schedule: 2pm to 11pm PH Manila time or 3pm to 12am PH Manila time
• Earn up to 230,000 depending on the experience