Finance Manager

Wati is a rapidly growing CPaaS (Communication Platform as a Service) that offers innovative business messaging solutions for both SMBs and large enterprises. Our mission is to simplify business communication, starting with WhatsApp. Backed by global investors Sequoia, DST Global, and Tiger Global, we proudly stand as Shopify’s first investment in Asia. Additionally, we’re one of the industry's top Meta BSPs (Business Solution Providers).

We serve 8000+ customers across 100+ countries. As a remote-first company, we prioritise adaptability and inclusivity. Our talented team spans the globe, working collaboratively to drive innovation and empower businesses through WhatsApp.

We are growing fast, and we are now looking for a Finance Manager to help monitor and supercharge our finance and operations to support WATI’s high growth. 

In this role, you will be a crucial part of the company’s growth and will work closely with Head of Finance. What you’ll do

• Be a business partner to Management and provide insightful financial advice for better and faster decision making
• Understand the products and services of the Company, identify accounting issues and provide recommendations
• Assist in building the finance infrastructure that best suits the Company
• In charge of month-end closing accuracy and enhance efficiency 
• Work closely with FP&A to support budgeting and forecasting process, as well we MoM/BvA analysis
• Review day-to-day financial operations such as invoicing, account payables and accounts receivables 
• Prepare financial and management reports to senior management and investors
• Taking the lead to deal with auditors and agree treatment on issues in early manner, in order to provide more confidence on monthly reported numbers

What will make you stand out

• Past experience working in an ambiguous environment, while able to prioritize and make progress 
• Strong logical thinking with a comprehensive attitude of proactive, innovativeness and prudence and able to work independently
• Quality-oriented, while not sacrificing efficiency
• Ability to cope with new tasks, and pressure
• Be used to demonstrate leadership and work well in a remote environment with the rest of the team

Requirements

• Preferably 5+ years of overall experience in finance field
• Big-4 experience is a must
• Degree in accounting, economics or commerce, preferably a CPA/equivalent
• Comfortable working in a hands-on and startup environment where you are responsible for the compilation of a full set of books
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Proven project management skills and ability to identify where processes can be strengthened, and successfully drive change and implementation
• Strong business partnering skills to work with the business, understand their needs, and ensure you capture their numbers accurately
• Have a high level of energy, passion and agility to work in a dynamic and constantly changing environment
• Have a strong work ethic and accountability for your work and decisions
• Fluency in English and Chinese (plus)