Position Type: Full Time
Location: Philippines (Remote)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM Central Standard Time
About the Company
Our client is a US-based company specializing in Finance, Accounting, and HR support services. They provide a comprehensive suite of outsourcing and consulting solutions designed to enhance performance and drive productivity across diverse industries.
About the Role
The Corporate Controller will manage the firm's day-to-day financial operations while contributing to strategic financial oversight. This role requires a strong balance of hands-on transactional accounting, monthly close ownership, financial reporting, process improvement, and clear business partnership.
The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic consulting environment. This person will manage team members and work closely with internal corporate employees, consultants, and leadership stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.
Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Accounting
- Support day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, billing support, cash management, and general ledger maintenance.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Maintain accurate accounting records for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payroll-related entries, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Ensure transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Prepare timely financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis for internal leadership review.
- Analyze variances, trends, margins, expenses, and operating results; identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and other financial planning activities.
Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement
- Support the design, documentation, and ongoing improvement of accounting processes and internal controls.
- Assist with audit preparation, tax support, insurance requests, compliance reporting, and other external reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, improve reporting accuracy, and strengthen financial operations.
- Participate in system enhancements, automation initiatives, and special projects as the firm grows.
Business Partnership & Communication
- Collaborate with corporate leadership, consultants, operations, HR, and other stakeholders to provide clear financial information and responsive support.
- Communicate financial concepts and results professionally to both finance and non-finance audiences.
- Support leadership with ad hoc reporting, profitability analysis, client engagement insights, and operational decision support.
- Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy, discretion, and professionalism.
Competencies and Qualifications
Must-Have
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Experience leading month-end close and preparing financial statements .
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working within accounting/ERP systems including Deltek or Acumatica
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organization, accuracy, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Successful experience working with US entities on Central Time
- Exposure to payroll, revenue recognition, project-based accounting, or utilization reporting.
- Budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, process improvement, or systems implementation experience.
Nice-to-Have
- CPA designation or CPA track.
- Professional services, consulting, fractional finance, or multi-entity experience.
Nice-to-Have
- Balances hands-on accounting execution with strategic financial thinking.
- Enjoys variety and thrives in changing, fast-paced environments.
- Communicates clearly, professionally, and proactively with internal stakeholders.
- Is highly accountable, discreet, self-directed, and comfortable owning deadlines.
- Naturally looks for ways to improve processes, reporting, controls, and efficiency.
- Can shift effectively between transactional work, close activities, financial analysis, and leadership support.
What We Offer
- 100% Remote Work
- 13th Month Pay
- Healthcare (HMO)
- Comprehensive Fringe Benefits package
- Paid Service Incentive Lead (SIL)
- Paid Philippines Holidays
- Free Learning and Development Programs
Application Process
We understand that searching for a new job can be challenging, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as transparent and respectful as possible.
Typically, the interview process includes a Recruiter Interview, Client Interview, and Practical Test, but this may vary depending on the role. Throughout each stage, we'll keep you informed and provide feedback as quickly as we can, ensuring you feel valued and supported throughout your journey with us.
