Job Role : Manager -FinanceDepartment : YOHTA FinanceLocation : RemoteReports To: Director of FinanceKey Stakeholders (Option depending upon the role): Frequency (Occasional/Frequent/Continuous) - President / Business Head, Controller, Sr. Director of Accounting (SDA), Internal Audit Teams, External Auditors, Finance & Accounting Team, FP&A Team, Operational / Process Owners, ERP / IT Support Teams, Marketing / SG&A Functions1: Job Purpose Statement (Summarize in one/two statements why this job exists, and the contribution makes to the overall business of the company).The
Manager – Finance & Compliance
will ensure the establishment and maintenance of a robust control environment supporting accurate financial reporting and compliance. The role is critical in identifying process or financial anomalies, ensuring timely reporting, and supporting audits. The incumbent will partner across the business and play a significant role in financial oversight, requiring strong business finance and accounting acumen, combined with drive, integrity, and analytical strength.3: Duties & Responsibilities (List in the order of importance the duties & responsibilities of this job)Decision Making Authority (This will be for every job allocated to the individual) Refer to the Decision making box for detail information
- Lead ownership of Internal Audits , J-SOX program , and other unscheduled audits , in addition to regular accounting responsibilities.
- Monitor and support operational teams in maintaining controlled processes; assist control owners in remediating audit findings through process changes, control validations, documentation, and continuous monitoring until full adoption.
- Provide hands-on support, including but not limited to spreadsheet modeling, process automation, data analysis, and data migration , to strengthen control environments.
- Report audit findings and remediation progress to the President, Controller, and Sr. Director of Accounting (SDA) for both internal audit and J-SOX compliance.
- Transition prepaid, FET, and other basic journal entries to the accounting staff, enabling this role to focus on audit and compliance oversight.
- Support the transition of the Senior Accountant to FP&A, ensuring that accounting functions retain sufficient operational knowledge for monthly cycles.
- Assist in the onboarding and training of the new Senior Accountant and additional accounting hires as required.
- Continue as a key contributor within the Finance and Accounting function , managing SG&A responsibilities , including marketing-related accounting, budget tracking, and journal entries, while providing monthly FP&A support.
- Analyze and report monthly financial results against budget and historical performance, highlighting key variances.
- Investigate and resolve balance sheet discrepancies and errors; recommend corrective actions and assist in their implementation.
- Prepare management reports, schedules, and contribute to parent company month-end reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with the Controller and SDA in monthly financial result reviews.
- Coordinate and lead quarterly reviews, year-end audits, and SOX audits , ensuring compliance and timely closure.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and participate in the annual physical inventory process.
- Identify internal control weaknesses , escalate findings, and recommend sustainable improvements to strengthen the control environment.
- Recommend and implement process improvements for enhanced financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Prepare and support the monthly management reporting package for leadership review.
Schedule A & B
4: Key Result Areas (List the key deliverables that quantify successful performance in the role).APAC/MEA regional budget planning and control.Achievement of monthly internal targets and order management KPIs.Monitoring of partial and non-serviceable orders.Separate tracking and reporting for Export, Domestic, and OEM orders.Plant-wise inventory management and reporting.Educational QualificationSkills & KnowledgeCompetencies
- CPA, CIA, CMA, or MBA
- Strong analytical and communication skills. Experience in SOX compliance. Strong Excel and ERP system experience. Reporting and audit management. Exposure to shared service environments. Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple locations.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines, multitask, operate in a matrix environment, and communicate across levels. Organized and proactive.
Work Experience
Functional
Strong exposure to
Internal Audits, J-SOX, and SOX Compliance
.Hands-on experience in
process controls monitoring, remediation, and documentation
.Practical involvement in
monthly closing cycles
, financial reporting, and
budget management
.Experience in
SG&A accounting
, including marketing spend tracking and journal postings.Proven track record in
audit management
, including unscheduled audits and year-end financial reviews.Familiarity with
ERP systems
(SAP, Oracle, or similar).Experience working in
shared service environments
supporting multiple remote locations.Exposure to
data analysis, automation, and process improvements
within Finance and Compliance.Ability to coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional leadership, including Controllers and Senior Directors.