DWS - Regional Finance Manager - AVP

Job ID:R0397337

Full/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Listed: 2025-07-08

Location: Manila

Position Overview

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Read more about DWS and who we are here.

Team / division overview

Regional Finance APAC team’s primary responsibilities include the analysis and reporting of financial position and performance of the standalone APAC entities and sub-businesses of DWS used by Regional CFOs, Business FDs, external auditors, regulators, and various teams within DWS. The team ensures timely and accurate reporting of the financials which are critical in making informed decision and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities

As Regional Finance Manager (APAC), you will play a key role in the preparation, review and discussion of entity financials as well as preparation of management reports for APAC CFO and business FDs, work with multiple teams in reviewing effective control environment to ensure accurate and timely reporting both internally and externally. Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare and review financials for regulatory submission
• Liaise with auditors and ensure accuracy of Financial Statements for statutory annual audit
• Produce various internal Reports & Analysis and discuss the monthly results with regional CFO, business FDs, and board
• Review month-end results, raise and discuss unusual items with various DWS Manila teams which also includes identifying any control gaps and plans to mitigate risks
• Review and sign-off monthly balance sheet substantiation process, ensuring each account is properly supported and that unsubstantiated balances (including aged accounts) are reviewed and coordinated until addressed;
• Support adhoc queries and reporting requirements, if any, in a timely & accurate manner
• Assist/support project deliverables, reviews and studies
• Keep all operational guidelines updated and ensure adherence to standards, KPIs, objectives and other metrics requirements & procedures

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, or Finance-related equivalents with Accounting courses
• Experience in financial and management reporting or analysis of financial data gained from the Financial Services, Audit or BPO industry would be beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills through careful and systematic evaluation of information, identifying linkages and trends from individual events and data points; seeing the context and providing solutions that address the issue and the big-picture
• A team player who is collaborative yet able to work independently
• Knowledge of SAP system is an advantage
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Strong stakeholder management

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy, and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days.
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits.
• Access to best-in-class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.