About Us Suitestudio Operations Inc. is the Manila-based shared services hub of Kitchen Warehouse, one of Australia’s leading kitchenware retailers with 30 stores and a growing online business. Our Manila team supports Finance, Technology, Marketing, Buying, Planning, and Customer Service for the Australian business — and we’re growing
Why This Role Exists As our Kitchen Warehouse and our Manila team grows we are looking for a Finance & Accounting Manager to step in, lead the local team and take the function forward.
What You’ll Own
- Lead and develop a Manila-based finance team — setting standards, reviewing outputs, and building capability
- Deliver financial reporting, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to AU Finance on time and to standard
- Support AU Finance with budgeting, forecasting, board pack schedules, and EOFY requirements
- Own month-end and year-end close activities for both the Philippine entity and in support of AU Finance
- Manage all Philippine statutory compliance — BIR filings, SEC reporting (AFS, GIS), and statutory remittances
- Drive audit readiness and serve as the primary Manila contact for external auditors
- Identify and lead process improvements across finance operations and controls
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy
- 5+ years in accounting or finance operations
- At least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role
- Solid hands-on experience with BIR filings, SEC reporting, and statutory remittances
Preferred:
- CPA licensed
- Experience supporting an Australian finance team or business
- Experience in accounting for retail businesses
- Background in shared services or cross-border finance
- NetSuite or equivalent ERP experience
What Makes This Role Interesting
- You’ll work directly with Australian finance leadership — real cross-border exposure, not just local accounting work
- You’ll have genuine ownership of a finance function, not just execute tasks
- You’re joining an experienced team with room to build, improve, and shape how finance operates in Manila
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, plus full statutory benefits
