Finance Team Leader

PIC - Philippines, a Genus company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Finance Team leader for GL, Tax & Treasury. This role oversees the maintenance and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, financial statements and other financial reports; develops, directs, plans and evaluates related policies and procedures, and ensures external and internal controls and policies are adhered to. 

• Supervise, develop and retain talents
• Manage the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and chart of accounts
• Oversee monthly closing process
• Prepare monthly cost trend analysis, understanding and explaining reasons behind fluctuations
• Lead external audit, collaborating with other teams in preparing schedules, responding to queries and address audit findings
• Work with Finance Controller on the preparation of annual financial statements and disclosures

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of tax returns

• Oversee tax audits, collaborating with other teams in preparing schedules, responding to queries and address audit findings
• Develop and implement tax strategies, identify tax savings opportunities
• Review and ensure accuracy of tax-related journal entries and tax provisions
• Oversee company bank accounts, maintain relationship with bank partners on new regulations and service facilities
• Execute foreign exchange transactions and manage currency risk as needed
• Review weekly cash forecast, collaborating with AR and AP teams on collection and payment estimates and be able to explain variances vs. actual

Qualifications: (required)

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant
• With at least 10 years of solid work experience in General Ledger, Tax and Treasury in a multi-national company or complex organization under a computerized accounting setup; At least  3 years of people management experience
• Well versed in PH taxation;
• Strong knowledge in MS Excel and other reporting tools; Strong attention to details, leadership and decision-making skills
• Detail oriented, analytic and resourceful
• Excellent communicating skills and stakeholder management
• Willing to adopt a hybrid work set up (3x reporting onsite)

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in the use of Microsoft D365, an advantage

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health insurance for employee and dependents, life insurance, annual vacation and sick leave credits, competitive retirement/savings plan, annual company incentive, work uniforms This position will have the opportunity for growth. We are constantly evaluating our offerings to ensure we stay competitive. 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.