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Your role at Clorox:

As the Financial Controller for Southeast Asia (SEA), you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the monthly and quarterly accounting close processes. This includes both statutory reporting under IFRS and US GAAP reporting for our legal and management entities in the Philippines and Malaysia. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting.

In this leadership role, you will:
• Oversee the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of effective internal controls across the organisation.
• Manage the external audit process, ensuring compliance and timely completion.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) operations.
• Ensure full tax compliance for all entities, and support US GAAP tax accounting and reporting.
• Serve as the Deputy Compliance Officer, actively promoting a strong culture of compliance in partnership with the SEA Finance Director.

This position reports directly to the AMEA SBU Controller, with a dotted line to the SEA Finance Director, and manages a team of six staff, including three direct reports that are based in the Philippines and Malaysia.

This role is hybrid (3x a week in the office), based in Metro Manila, Philippines, and will also serve as Head of Finance in the Philippines.

In this role, you will:

Financial Close & Reporting (30%)

• Lead the monthly financial close in Sun System for the Philippines.
• Own the execution and sign-off of monthly and quarterly close and consolidation processes for IFRS and US GAAP reporting. This includes technical accounting areas, financial reporting controls, month/quarter-end accruals, balance sheet reviews and reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and internal and external reporting
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of financial systems each month.
• Serve as the local expert on IFRS and US GAAP, providing guidance on technical accounting matters, policy updates, and emerging standards.
• Maintain proper documentation, reconciliations, and controls for all system transactions.

Accounting Operations (20%)

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) processes and Travel & Expense (T&E) reimbursements, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments.
• Oversee credit risk assessments, customer credit limit management, and collections to optimise cash flow.
• Ensure Accounts Receivable (AR) is current, and customer deductions are matched and cleared promptly.
• Provide strategic oversight of AP and AR activities, including KPI setting and performance monitoring.

Tax & Statutory Compliance (20%)

• Manage the preparation of all local tax and regulatory reporting – tax audit, Income Tax Returns, VAT, and other tax compliance requirements
• Work closely with the Clorox corporate tax team on all tax matters, including tax strategy, intercompany transfer pricing, tax treaty, indirect tax, and corporate tax
• Coordinate the audit process to ensure auditor requests are addressed quickly and accurately to ensure an efficient and speedy audit process
• Work with external tax advisors to ensure accurate tax compliance and input to the statutory audit

Controls and Compliance (20%)

• Lead the SOX program for SEA, acting as the key conduit between the business and both FRC & Internal Audit.
• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of internal controls within the organisation, working with cross-functional teams and external consultants.
• Continue to strengthen controls around record-to-report, procure-to-pay, and order-to-cash processes
• Monitor and resolve identified gaps in internal controls and Clorox policies
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures in line with Corporate policies and best practices to minimise the risk of fraud or insufficient controls
• Review and refresh all local policies owned by Finance on an annual basis
• Serve as the Deputy Compliance Officer, actively promoting a strong culture of compliance in partnership with the Finance Director.

People Management (10%)

• Use of CLX@GPS to manage team priorities and performance. Regularly assess the performance and potential of the team members
• Provide coaching, training, and development to staff and facilitate the creation of an environment where all employees are engaged and inspired to excel
• Ensures the team maintains a high engagement level and takes timely actions to address any engagement concerns/issues.

What we look for:

Years and Type of Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance and/or accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role such as Controller or Accounting/Finance Manager.
• Experience in a global multinational environment, preferably within the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector.
• Big four audit firm experience is a plus
• Experience in SOX and implementation of internal controls
• Experience in corporate tax, VAT, and tax-related compliance matters.
• Experience in multinational business and cross-border intercompany transactions is highly desirable

Education Level/Degree:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting,
• Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or international equivalent required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP, with the ability to interpret and apply accounting standards effectively.
• Proven experience in tax audits , corporate tax, VAT, and other tax-related compliance matters in the Philippines.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, including SOX compliance frameworks.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with financial systems and ERP platforms is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritize effectively, foster a collaborative team environment, and influence cross-functional stakeholders and build strong working relationships across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distil complex issues and communicate insights and risks to senior leadership.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Workplace type:

Hybrid - 3 Days On-site, 2 Days WFH

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation

• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international

• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being

• Flexible work environment, depending on your role

• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing

• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

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