Accounting & Operations Manager - Philippines

Bolt Graphics is a semiconductor startup based in Sunnyvale, CA building the fastest and most efficient graphics processors. We pride ourselves on our first principles approach to solving problems. We are energized by our mission to reduce the barrier of entry for content creation and consumption. Our goal is to enable everyone to easily create, simulate and consume immersive experiences as vividly as they can imagine them. **Our Values** - **Be Fearless** **:** Unmute yourself. Test boundaries and get proven right. - **Remain Adaptable** **:** Stay comfortable in a continuously changing world. If you’re wrong, concede and move on. - **Educate Your Ego** **:** Selflessly collaborate towards our shared purpose. **About the role:** We are seeking a highly analytical and structured **Accounting & Operations Manager** with 5 to 10 years of experience to lead our Finance team in the Philippines and streamline business operations. Operating within the fast-paced **tech and semiconductor sector**, you will take full ownership of Philippines financial reporting, related global inventory/supply chain accounting complexities, local statutory tax compliance, and daily operational workflows. As a key leadership figure, you will bridge the gap between financial control and operational efficiency. Your primary focus will be optimizing internal processes, managing asset depreciation, and ensuring 100% alignment with Philippine regulatory standards. This position is ideal for a proactive Certified Public Accountant (CPA) who thrives in a virtual environment and excels at driving system-wide efficiency. **What you'll do:** **Financial Control & Accounting** - Oversee all monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities in a remote environment. - Manage General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR). - Account for complex semiconductor supply chains, including inventory valuation, cost of goods sold (COGS), and equipment depreciation. - Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with PFRS/IFRS and tech industry standards. - Present monthly financial performance and variance analyses to executive leadership. **Statutory Tax Compliance** - Lead the preparation and timely filing of all BIR tax returns (EFPS/eBIRForms). - Ensure strict adherence to corporate filing requirements for the SEC, local LGUs, and tech-related incentives (e.g., PEZA/BOI) if applicable. - Manage corporate tax audits and serve as the primary liaison for regulatory bodies. - Monitor changes in Philippine tax laws to proactively mitigate compliance risks. **Operations & System Optimization** - Partner with Operations to execute administrative tasks for the Philippines subsidiary. - Audit existing operational workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in a distributed team. - Design, implement, and enforce robust internal control policies for remote financial operations. - Standardize standard operating procedures (SOPs) across finance and administration using cloud-based collaboration tools. - Leverage ERP systems to automate manual tasks, track tech hardware assets, and accelerate reporting cycles. - Partner with cross-functional department heads to support budget management and technical inventory tracking. - Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and legal counsel as required. **Required Qualifications:** - **Certification:** Active **Certified Public Accountant (CPA)** license is strictly required. - **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a highly related field. - **Experience:** 5 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience. - **System Expertise:** Hands-on experience with **NetSuite** is highly advantageous and considered a major plus. - **Regulatory Knowledge:** Deep expertise in Philippine taxation (BIR), SEC compliance, and knowledge of PEZA/BOI regulations (if applicable). - **Technical Skills:** Advanced proficiency in cloud-based ERP systems and expert-level Microsoft Excel skills. - **R…