Accounting Manager (Outsource services)

Our client is a global leader in design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions with a significant operational presence in Thailand. They are seeking a Manager, Internal Controls & Compliance to join their finance leadership team.

This high-visibility role is responsible for designing and monitoring the internal control environment, ensuring compliance with SOX, BOI requirements, and local regulations, whilst acting as the key liaison between plant operations and the global internal audit function.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all critical finance and operational processes are clearly defined, documented, and understood by relevant stakeholders.
• Audit and monitor Segregation of Duties and Delegation of Authorities across all systems in accordance with company policy.
• Drive organisational risk awareness through workshops, training, and communications.
• Lead interactions with the Global Internal Audit team and proactively assess processes to minimise material findings.
• Review direct and indirect tax, Transfer Pricing workstreams, and BOI filings compliance.
• Coordinate with the Company Secretary and operations to maintain all licences, permits, and legal documents within the Thai regulatory framework.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external auditors, leading teams to close audit findings and track action plans with urgency.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate control deficiencies, collaborating with functional leaders to implement corrective actions within defined timelines.
• Audit the onboarding process for local suppliers to prevent conflicts of interest or fraudulent billing, and validate procurement processes for major expenditures.
• Audit yearly cycle counts and periodic physical verification programmes, ensuring proper documentation for disposals and transfers.
• Monitor key financial impact processes including the recording of scrap and waste to ensure accuracy and maximise recoveries.

Requirements

• CA or CPA qualification is preferred; a Bachelor's degree with specialisation in Internal Audit or Internal Controls is required.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of Internal Controls, SOX, and the COSO framework.
• Proficient in navigating and extracting insights from ERP systems such as SAP, Longview, or Hyperion.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive high-priority initiatives in a fast-growth environment.
• Strong focus on data integrity, governance, and the ability to provide strategic and actionable insights to senior leadership.

Our client is an award-winning corporate services firm with over 20 years of experience delivering accounting, tax compliance, payroll, and legal services in Thailand.

With Xero Gold Partner status and a strong market reputation, they are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their growing outsourced accounting department, ensuring the highest quality of service is delivered consistently to a diverse client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted adviser across the portfolio.
• Review month-end financials, associated reconciliations, and client-requested reports.
• Regularly review internal processes and make recommendations on improvements and automations.
• Provide mentoring and training to a team of up to eight accountants.
• Coordinate client needs with the payroll and legal departments as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with experience in an outsourced accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of the Thai Revenue Code.
• CPA, Tax Auditor, Xero Certified Adviser, or other international accounting qualifications are highly advantageous.
• Good command of English, both written and verbal.