Finance Manager, Philippines

About Us

Levanta Renewables is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer in Southeast Asia. We develop, build and deliver renewable energy solutions that work for each country in support of its transition to renewable energy, and do so in a sustainable manner while helping local communities. With a shared goal towards helping Southeast Asia realize its energy transition and net zero targets, Levanta is backed by Actis, a leading sustainable infrastructure private equity firm. We are developing 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia through M&A and greenfield development of C&I and utility scale projects.

Due to business expansion, we are actively seeking a
Finance Manager, PH
to be based in the Philippines to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role reports to the Financial Controller.

Roles & Responsibilities

Working closely with Levanta Group of regional finance team in Singapore, this role will in charge of full spectrum of financial accounting, tax, statutory and other reporting for Philippines entities under Levanta Group:

• Oversee monthly accounting and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts in a timely manner.
• Prepare and submit financial reporting packages to the Levanta Group within required deadlines.
• Manage full set of accounting for Philippine entities.
• Handle end-to-end financial operations including purchase-to-pay, billing-to-cash, and record-to-report cycles.
• Oversee treasury functions, including preparing payment, and coordinate with bank relationship managers for new account openings and approval matrix updates for Philippine entities.
• Preparation of Tax returns (e.g. withholding tax, VAT, annual tax returns etc.) for Philippines entities
• Monitor project and operational cash flows across all Philippine entities.
• Ensure timely and accurately closing of finance and accounting activities monthly
• Ensure inter-company and intra-group transactions are booked and reconciled timely
• Ensure local statutory and regulatory reporting requirements are prepared and submitted accurately and on schedule.
• Assisting in ERP implementation (Microsoft – Business Dynamics 365)
• Coordinate accounting, tax, and corporate secretarial matters with relevant parties in the Philippines.
• Support the development and implementation of accounting policies and internal control procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Assist with year-end audit
• Support M&A and business team on finance related matters in the Philippines
• Undertake ad-hoc assignments as requested by management from time to time

I
deal candidate should possess

• Education and Experience required:
• Degree in accounting/finance or its equivalent professional qualifications (e.g. ACCA/ CPA)
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience in international companies
• Prior 5 years or more experience in a Top 10 accounting firm is a strong plus
• Hands-on experience with day-to-day operation and good team player
• Familiar with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is a strong plus
• Good knowledge of IFRS/local accounting requirements, Philippine tax rules and regulations is preferred
• Experience with energy industries is preferred
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Ability to work independently and lead a team, with strong leadership capabilities to manage and guide the team in dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with advanced competency in managing stakeholder relationships
• Proficiency in verbal and written English
• Good time management skills, with a strong ability to estimate, plan, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Adaptable, resilient, and proactive, with a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs within strict reporting timelines

Travel Requirements:

• 10% travel within the SEA region is expected.