2022年9月13日

Finance & Accounting Section Manager

About Weblio Philippines, Inc.

Weblio Philippines, Inc., aims to expand mankind’s possibilities. As a company, we envision to maximize the potential of individuals and organizations and contribute to learning and growth. Through our businesses, we aim to fulfill our mission and vision as #OneWeblio.

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Eikaiwa

Our Eikaiwa business focuses on delivering quality lessons to our Japanese customers with our roster of home-based tutors.

Dispatch

Our Dispatch business handles fulfilling quality lessons to our business partners through the help of our current pool of highly qualified home-based tutors.

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The role of Finance & Accounting Manager is to lead and coordinate the entire Finance Section (Finance & Accounting and Management Accounting), providing strategic and operational oversight of both financial reporting and performance analysis functions, ensuring compliance and alignment with company goal

Job Description:

    General Workscope

  • Provide strategic direction and oversight of all finance and accounting operations.
  • Supervise the Finance & Accounting Manager and the Management Accounting Manager.
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with PFRS/IFRS and HO-Japan standards.
  • Lead the development, execution, and evaluation of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Ensure timely compliance with local tax regulations (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, etc.).
  • Coordinate financial audits and ensure that recommendations are implemented.
  • Align internal controls and financial policies with both local and international (Japanese) requirements.
  • Provide sound financial advice to top management for decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Monitor cash flow, fund utilization, and cost-efficiency initiatives.
  • Act as the primary liaison with the Head Office in Japan for all finance-related matters.
  • Maintain confidentiality and data integrity in all financial records.
    Budgeting and Financial Strategy

  • Design effective budget models for departments and the offshore head office
  • Analyze financial information (e.g. revenues, expenditures and cash management) to ensure the company operations are within budget
  • Present annual budgets to the top management
  • Review budget requests for approval and forecast future budget needs
  • Identify variances between actual and budgeted financial results at the end of each reporting period
  • Suggest spending improvements that increase profits
  • Review the company’s budget for compliance with legal regulations
  • Ensure department managers meet budget submission deadlines
    Accounting Planning, Administration and Compliance

  • Increase adherence to tax laws
  • Conduct an external audit of tax returns
  • Enhance Operational Effectiveness
  • Perform an external accounting audit as needed
  • Streamline internal processes and make accounting more transparent
  • Increase the efficiency of annual budgeting and company planning
    Communications

  • Effectively and efficiently communicate corporate and departmental plans both to Philippines and Weblio’s Head Office
  • Communicate requirements and improve processes and procedures for possible partnership/listings with Japan’s Public Listings

Job Requirements:

    Education

  • Bachelor’s degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field; or equivalent related experience.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • CPA certification is a plus.
    Experience

  • At least 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
  • Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial capacity, overseeing teams or departments.
  • Open for non- CPA accountants
    Knowledge

  • Adapt in the principles of accounting and financial principles
  • Highly comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, policies, procedures and best practices and their application in financial areas
    Skills

  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to guide cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Excellent compliance and risk management skills, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls.
  • Advanced financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities.
  • Proficient in strategic decision-making using data-driven insights.
  • Skilled in using accounting systems, spreadsheets, and financial analysis tools to support business objectives.
    Abilities

  • Able to provide strategic insight and translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.
  • Skilled in driving team alignment toward common financial and organizational goals.
  • Capable of navigating complex, cross-functional environments and fostering collaboration.
  • Strong ability to influence decision-making at all levels through clear and effective communication.
  • Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary package: ___________________
  • Paid sick leaves and vacation leaves
  • 13th month pay, paid overtime, paid Philippine holidays
  • Government mandated benefits: SSS, Philhealth, PAGIBIG
  • Bi-annual performance assessment for rate increase and bonus
  • Monthly internet allowance and company-issued laptop while working from home
  • Hybrid Work Set-up

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