Director BPO

Job Title: Director BPOLocation: Manila, Philippines Department: Financial Accounting and Advisory Services (FAAS)The OpportunityThis is a senior strategic leadership role in our GDC team in Manila, offering a unique opportunity to shape and scale a high-performing international team. This role is ideal for a seasoned finance leader with deep technical expertise, extensive multinational experience, and a passion for delivering impactful solutions in complex environments. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and direction of our GDC team, working closely with Partners, senior stakeholders, and international finance leaders across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Financial & Controllership LeadershipLead and oversee global controllership functions, including financial close, statutory reporting, and internal controls across multiple jurisdictions.Provide strategic financial insights and partner with client CFOs and Controllers to drive process improvements and operational efficiency.Act as a senior advisor to multinational clients, ensuring alignment with global finance strategies and compliance frameworks.Influence and scale the BPO team, contributing to the long-term vision and capability development of the FAAS practice.Financial Reporting & ComplianceOversee the preparation, review, and consolidation of financial statements under IFRS, UK & Irish GAAP, and other international standards.Ensure robust compliance with local and international accounting regulations, tax requirements, and corporate policies.Lead technical accounting assessments and provide guidance on complex transactions and regulatory changes.Client Engagement & Business DevelopmentBuild and maintain trusted relationships with senior finance leaders in multinational corporations and publicly listed companies.Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and stakeholder engagement for new business opportunities.Team Leadership, Transition Management & Project ManagementManage and mentor a high-performing team of finance professionals across multiple geographies.Design and implement project plans, ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes, and budget adherence.Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and technical excellence.Systems & Process OptimisationDrive transformation initiatives through automation, standardisation, and system enhancements.Leverage ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, and Netsuite to optimize financial operations and reporting.Champion the use of digital tools including ONESOURCE, Caseware, and other electronic auditing platforms.Skills & Attributes:Recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA).Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience, including significant controllership or finance leadership roles in multinational environments.Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and familiarity with other GAAPs (e.g., German, French, Spanish) is a plus.Proven experience managing international financial reporting, audits, and compliance across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale finance transformation and system implementation projects.Experience developing and scaling delivery teams, shared service centres and GBS centresExperience with procurement functions desirable Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Netsuite) and financial reporting tools.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and commercial acumen.Fluency in English