Skilled accounting professional with strong background in financial reporting, reconciliations, and audits. Adept at leveraging analytical skills and accounting software to drive accuracy and efficiency. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering consistent results. Strong communicator with focus on compliance and process improvement
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Go Beyond Studios Inc.
12.2022 - 09.2024
Responsible for the Monthly Financial Statements for assigned entities
Assist month-end closing process, including balance sheet reconciliations, reporting requirements, and variance analysis
Recording routine and non-complex transactions
Record fixed asset depreciation, intangibles amortization, etc
Record corporate reporting team driven month-end and quarter-end close entries
Cash Reconciliation
Credit Card reconciliations and recording of expenses
Subledger reconciliations
Month end accruals subsidiaries
Assist in local tax compliance
Assist in SOX compliance by maintaining strong accounting controls and practices over financial reporting
Senior Associate
SGV & Co.
10.2022 - 12.2022
Prepare audit work programs, draft audit reports, management letters and other communications
Perform complex and specific audit procedures, while developing effective, client focused audit strategies
Perform detailed review on the work of associates, coach and manage a driven team of audit professionals
Proactively build relationship with client personnel, demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness in handling client's problems
Assistant Finance Manager- Control Assurance
The Ascott Limited
04.2022 - 07.2022
Conduct reviews to ensure adequacy and effectiveness of operational and financial controls & follow up to ensure that any actions required are completed on a timely basis
Review processes to identify ways of streamlining for efficiency
Prepare periodic reports to management and carry out ad hoc projects assigned
Other task as assigned by Manager
Accounting Officer
CSC TIME INC (CASIO PHILIPPINES)
02.2021 - 03.2022
Handles overall administrative matters of Philippines Office (Registration, Licensing, matters related to office and warehouse rental, approval of expenses etc.)
Cooperates and provides necessary assistance to sales, marketing and shipment teams for client orders, invoicing, purchasing and shipments
Reconciled bank accounts and verified the bank balance with the general ledger
Assisted the management in preparing annual audit
Provided guidance to junior staff members on accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on changing tax laws and filing deadlines.
Income Audit Executive
Hilton Clark Sun Valley
11.2020 - 01.2021
Preparation of Income Audit Policies and Procedures
Conduct training about approved Income Audit Policy and Procedures
Lead the Simulation Test on pre-opening for F&B and Front Office Operation
Create Templates for Income Audit Department future operation
Assist in the implementation of the system process flow for Income Audit Department
Income Audit Officer
CONRAD MANILA (HOTEL SPECIALIST INC)
05.2019 - 09.2020
Carry out daily checks of revenue via Operations Audit as per hotel standards
Reconcile and monitor commissions, housekeeper and rate discrepancies and Conference and Banqueting Revenue
Check non arrivals, late departure, no sales/voids, management bill, bills sequence and payouts
Check bill signed to room accounts and record all covers
Spot check functions and settlement of function bills
Ensure Advance deposits are current
Execute tasks as instructed by the Finance Manager and General Manager
Accounts Receivable
Hyatt Regency Manila
02.2019 - 04.2019
Ensures transfers from guest ledger to AR ledger are accurate and done in a timely manner.
Finalize customer invoices along with signed supporting documentation
Balances accounts receivable system to the general ledger on a routine basis
Improved financial accuracy by thoroughly reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies on a monthly basis.
Sales Revenue Auditor
TOWER CLUB INC.
06.2015 - 01.2019
Served as a reliable point of contact for internal and external stakeholders seeking assistance or clarification on revenue-related matters.
Improved revenue accuracy by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
Maintained a thorough understanding of applicable tax regulations, ensuring accurate calculation and filing of taxes related to company revenue.
Conducted periodic reviews of internal control systems to ensure consistent revenue collection and reporting procedures.
Maintained detailed records of all audits conducted, allowing for easy reference and follow-up as needed.
Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Major in Management Accounting
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Gen. Trias, Cavite
Secondary -
Saint Jude Parish School
Elementary -
Siena College of San Jose Del Monte
Skills
Accounting transactions
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Audit support
Journal entry preparation
Bookkeeping
General ledger
Accounts receivable management
Accounts payable / invoice coding
Finance
Administrative support
Auditing
Internal controls
Revenue recognition
Controls monitoring
References
Alexandra Labons Cooper, Accounting Manager, Stagwell Global (Go Beyond Studios Inc), Alexandra.labons@stagwellglobal.com
Mr. John Robert Ramoran, HR Manager, CSC TIME INC (Casio Philippines), 09190963502
Mr. Archie Selim, Assistant Financial Controller, Conrad Manila, 00178412258
Mr. Marlo Patacsil, Financial Controller, Tower Club Inc., 09178038396
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Go Beyond Studios Inc.
12.2022 - 09.2024
Senior Associate
SGV & Co.
10.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Finance Manager- Control Assurance
The Ascott Limited
04.2022 - 07.2022
Accounting Officer
CSC TIME INC (CASIO PHILIPPINES)
02.2021 - 03.2022
Income Audit Executive
Hilton Clark Sun Valley
11.2020 - 01.2021
Income Audit Officer
CONRAD MANILA (HOTEL SPECIALIST INC)
05.2019 - 09.2020
Accounts Receivable
Hyatt Regency Manila
02.2019 - 04.2019
Sales Revenue Auditor
TOWER CLUB INC.
06.2015 - 01.2019
Secondary -
Saint Jude Parish School
Elementary -
Siena College of San Jose Del Monte
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Major in Management Accounting