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With the accounting and business support experts who match offshore talent with your firm's team.

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The Back Room Difference

The Back Room is the answer to finding more time and freedom to take your accounting practice further.  

Accountants across the globe use The Back Room’s offshore talent and support to grow, develop and elevate staff, reach their goals faster, and diversify services.

To be clear, this isn’t about outsourcing work to a faceless team in another time zone. Our model is based on long term relationships, supporting talent that works as an extension of your team, and a commitment to making big positive shifts in your business.

Time and freedom will take you further. Let’s get them working for you together.

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Our Backstory

 

Our Founders: Driven by Purpose and Guided by Values

The Back Room was the brain child of brothers Wayne and Scott Findlay in 2017. Wayne and Scott are proud of their rural heritage in the deep south of New Zealand (Tuatapere) where they gained a strong work ethic and resourcefulness. Wayne and Scott built a successful accounting firm together (formerly called Findlay & Co, now Findlay Sidekick) in Wanaka, New Zealand.

Findlay & Co was started by Wayne in 2002 and they became recognised as industry leaders in New Zealand, including many Xero awards, for their innovative and proactive approach with clients. Early adopters of the cloud, they were ready to look at outsourcing options to progress their business’ expansion.

On a training trip to the Philippines, Wayne met Mark Stables. Wayne and Scott had previously thought about setting up their own outsourcing business but faced a lot of challenges. But, with Mark’s experience on the ground in the Philippines, backing Wayne and Scott’s accounting nous, they were primed to set up The Back Room.

From the beginning they wanted The Back Room to be Offshoring rather than an Outsourcing business- you can find out more about the difference here. They have since created a first-class culture and working environment. They, and the company, are still guided by their purpose: Nurture, Grow, Delight.

Wayne and Scott have always enjoyed seeing their teams and clients thrive. With The Back Room, Filipinos and Colombians can gain new career opportunities, plus they enjoy a fantastic working relationship with The Back Room’s clients around the globe. The Back Room continues today to help clients find freedom to build the business and lifestyle they dream of.

Meet The Leadership Team

Wayne Findlay
Wayne Findlay

CEO, Founder

Wayne Findlay is the founding director of both The Back Room and Findlay & Co Chartered Accountants. With a big vision and a passion for information technology, Wayne likes to explore new software and technology and drives the adoption of innovation in the business. A family man, Wayne imparts his love of the outdoors and sport on his two children and is often seen going to work on his bike preferring Lycra to a suit.

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Scott Findlay
Scott Findlay

Director of Operations, Founder

Scott is a director at The Back Room and co-owner of the former Findlay & Co Chartered Accountants. Scott is known for his authentic, pragmatism, helping clients understand how to make their business' hum. He's passionate about streamlining his customers' systems, driving profit and helping his clients reach their goals.

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Marvin Galang
Marvin Galang

Chief Operating Officer

Marvin is known for driving efficiency, growth, and seamless daily operations. With a strong background in US accounting and tax, he understands the challenges firms face and develops practical solutions. With The Back Room, a venture he is part-owner of, he is dedicated to optimising processes and strengthening the business for long-term success.

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Martyn Taylor
Martyn Taylor 

Chief Growth Officer 

Martyn has been instrumental in driving The Back Room’s success, ensuring smooth operations while exploring new opportunities for growth. As Chief Growth Officer (CGO), he focuses on expanding the company’s reach through US partnerships, Enterprise Colombia, and other key strategic initiatives. With a deep understanding of the business and a vision for the future, Martyn continues to lead efforts that drive innovation, market expansion, and long-term success for both our team and clients.

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Miguel Serrano
Miguel Serrano 

Director of Training & Development

Miguel is the brains behind training and development programs in The Back Room – the pillars of our successful offshoring model. As CPA, Miguel’s mission is to deliver the offshoring platform for accountants to collaborate beyond the barriers of the traditional workplace.

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Alan Herrera
Alan Herrera 

Country Manager Philippines 

Alan manages The Back Room talent based in the Philippines, taking care of all HR functions, including recruitment, training, and client matching. His knowledge of the US market is broad and deep, having worked for US accounting firms to help them scale using offshore teams in the Philippines.

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Ram Bardos
Absalon "Ram" Bardos 

Director of Finance

Ram is the financial engine of Back Room. With unmatched expertise in finance, he's not just handling numbers—he's driving the strategy that fuels our growth. Ram’s vision ensures we’re on a strong financial path, advancing both our team and clients.

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Gretchen Buenavista SPA
Gretchen Buenavista 

Systems & Process Automation Manager

Gretchen focuses on making things run smoother and more efficient for everyone in the company. Her particular focus includes processes, automation, and support to help The Back Room – and our clients – achieve big audacious goals. Her expertise is crucial in driving innovation and unlocking new growth opportunities through AI-driven solutions.

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Meet the Operations Team

Laelyn Limpin
Laelyn Limpin

Training & Development Manager 

Laelyn heads up training and development, ensuring our offshore professionals are on the ball and know everything they must to get the job done. She’s on a mission to raise the professional standard of the offshoring industry through continuous upskilling and improvement.

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Erzia Buluag, Marketing Manager at The Back Room
Erzia Buluag 

Marketing Manager 

Erzia loves marketing, new ideas, finding magic in data, and trying new tools. She proved her mettle in advertising and media – and brings a sharp eye to dynamic campaigns for The Back Room.

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Maynard Pineda, IT & Cybersecurity Manager at The Back Room
Maynard Pineda  

IT & Cybersecurity Manager 

Maynard keeps our systems and digital assets safe and secure, managing The Back Room's technical infrastructure and security policies and procedures. He also brings a broader focus to technology and how it can be used to improve client experience, and productivity, and facilitate growth.

 

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Katrina Mae Carlos
Mae Carlos  

Human Resource & Office Manager 

Mae loves people – but that doesn’t mean she’s a pushover. Fostering collaboration is tough work, and just as Mae addresses the so-called soft elements of culture, she also ensures strict compliance with labor laws, employment standards, and industry regulations.

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Carla Pucut, Recruitment &Talent Acquisition Manager at The Back Room
Carla Pucut 

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Manager 

Carla oversees The Back Room’s recruitment practices to deliver an outstanding experience for both clients and applicants. She’s on a mission to transform lives through job offers and propel our clients to better things.

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Yvette Gatus, Head of Account Management of The Back Room
Yvette Gatus 

Head of Account Management

Yvette is focused on developing productive relationships between our clients and staff at The Back Room. She oversees a team of account managers to ensure seamless service delivery and exceptional client and employee satisfaction.

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Angelica Anj Herrera
Anj Herrera 

Operations - Admin Manager 

Anj oversees the administration, purchasing, and facility teams at The Back Room. She is a whizz at building relationships with staff, clients, and various departments to ensure that The Back Room's facilities are in tip-top condition.

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Juan Arce, Operations Manager (Colombia) at The Back Room
Juan Camilo Arce 

Operations Manager - Colombia

Juan is responsible for keeping our operations in Colombia running smoothly. He brings his knowledge of project management, marketing, and business development in order to ensure our COL division maintains the same quality standards as the rest of our operations worldwide.

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