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A local conglomerate consisting of 10 companies of varied businesses (trading, financing, solar, car distribution).Major Projects consisted of:a. Review and re-implementation of ERP System (Acumatica).b. Setting-up systems, processes and controls of new solar businessc. Cleaning up of books of accountsa. Review of internal controls and processes for old businessesb. Tax planning and compliance – rationalization of the group tax structure and ensure minimum… Show more A local conglomerate consisting of 10 companies of varied businesses (trading, financing, solar, car distribution).Major Projects consisted of:a. Review and re-implementation of ERP System (Acumatica).b. Setting-up systems, processes and controls of new solar businessc. Cleaning up of books of accountsa. Review of internal controls and processes for old businessesb. Tax planning and compliance – rationalization of the group tax structure and ensure minimum compliance to government rules and regulationsa. Set up management reporting as basis for business decisions Show less

A leading global third party ship manager which provides a complete range of integrated ship management services to the international shipping industry. With offices in Singapore, Manila, Jakarta and Zadar, it represents a unique combination of the best elements of Scandinavian shipping tradition with the modern drive of Asian business enterprise. 1. Streamlined processes and functional groupings to better serve stakeholders.2. Improved accuracy and timeliness of operations and… Show more A leading global third party ship manager which provides a complete range of integrated ship management services to the international shipping industry. With offices in Singapore, Manila, Jakarta and Zadar, it represents a unique combination of the best elements of Scandinavian shipping tradition with the modern drive of Asian business enterprise. 1. Streamlined processes and functional groupings to better serve stakeholders.2. Improved accuracy and timeliness of operations and reduced escalations.3. Documented processes, including desktop procedures for detailed processes.4. Designed and implemented internal reporting system to better manage volume, productivity, and exceptions.5. Implemented people initiatives, such as work rotation, back-up system, rewards and recognition, coaching and mentoring6. Using my tax knowledge and expertise, assisted the company review its legal structure and implement changes to avoid potential tax exposure Show less

A start-up semiconductor manufacturing company based in Nijmegen, The Netherlands.1. Prepared, submitted, and have approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) a new project (Global Distribution Center).2. Assisted on all legal and government requirements on the change of company name from RF Power to Ampleon Philippines.3. Facilitated the completion of the annual statutory audit.4. Drafted initial company policies and procedures based on industry best practices.

As Controller reporting directly to the US-based CEO, responsible for the financial operations of the Deca Group of Companies located in the US, Cayman, and the Philippines.Streamlined all financial processes to improve and better support plant operations, in close coordination with the parent company Shared Services Center.Cleaned up the books of accounts for a more accurate financial picture.Put in place a budgeting process to better project and control… Show more As Controller reporting directly to the US-based CEO, responsible for the financial operations of the Deca Group of Companies located in the US, Cayman, and the Philippines.Streamlined all financial processes to improve and better support plant operations, in close coordination with the parent company Shared Services Center.Cleaned up the books of accounts for a more accurate financial picture.Put in place a budgeting process to better project and control costs.Provided financial reports and analyses to the CEO for better decision making processes.Updated all statutory reporting backlogs (PEZA, BIR, SEC, BOC).Completed all external audits from prior years until current.Successfully submitted and have approved an expansion project with PEZA in record time, despite compliance violations, limited resources, and competing priorities. This got Deca a 4-year Income Tax Holiday and more tax incentives. Show less

Implemented 3 major Go-Live transition programs with minimal client noise.Developed metrics and reporting systems to measure and monitor performance.Put in place controls to make sure deliverables are complied with and mistakes are avoided.Able to turn-around problematic AP Processes and thereafter, consistently met monthly SLA targets, quality targets, improved team productivity, and minimized escalation cases.Maintained low attrition rate by implementing… Show more Implemented 3 major Go-Live transition programs with minimal client noise.Developed metrics and reporting systems to measure and monitor performance.Put in place controls to make sure deliverables are complied with and mistakes are avoided.Able to turn-around problematic AP Processes and thereafter, consistently met monthly SLA targets, quality targets, improved team productivity, and minimized escalation cases.Maintained low attrition rate by implementing various people programsSaved annual costs of approximately US$1.2M through various process efficiency and innovation programs Show less

Responsible for managing the tax group in the Shared Service Center and support the US Tax Director in international tax planning and compliance) Created Transfer Pricing Studies to support transfer pricing schemes between and among international subsidiaries and affiliates. Designed accounting processes for newly-opened Cypress companies in international locations and ensure alignment to worldwide tax planning. Analyzed accounting processes in various… Show more Responsible for managing the tax group in the Shared Service Center and support the US Tax Director in international tax planning and compliance) Created Transfer Pricing Studies to support transfer pricing schemes between and among international subsidiaries and affiliates. Designed accounting processes for newly-opened Cypress companies in international locations and ensure alignment to worldwide tax planning. Analyzed accounting processes in various divisions/departments to ensure alignment to various tax planning schemes Designed Oracle reports and Excel templates to simplify gathering of data necessary for tax planning and analysis worldwide. Worked with local tax consultants in securing favorable tax rulings in the Philippines and Switzerland. One of the key members of the Oracle Order Management Project Team. Handled the Entity Structure and Intercompany component, and Sabrix Tax Software. One of the key members of the China Oracle Financial Systems installation. Headed a team of executives and consultants in strategizing Taiwan exit operations resulting to minimal tax impact, cashless intercompany settlements and smooth employee transition. Analyzed and designed various worldwide intercompany settlement schemes involving minimal tax impact and cashless transactions. Analyzed and cleaned up long outstanding US tax accruals resulting to favorable P&L impact of US$.6M and clean balance sheet account balances. Show less

Responsible for 14 sales offices across Asia and Japan. Includes ensuring accurate financial accounting and reporting, budget preparation and management, cash flows, compliance to local financial and tax reporting, and ensuring compliance to Cypress worldwide Sarbanes Oaxley standards and requirements. Designed the system for quarterly budget preparation, monitoring and control, and reporting for 14 sales offices across Asia and Japan.Supervised the work of 14 Accounting… Show more Responsible for 14 sales offices across Asia and Japan. Includes ensuring accurate financial accounting and reporting, budget preparation and management, cash flows, compliance to local financial and tax reporting, and ensuring compliance to Cypress worldwide Sarbanes Oaxley standards and requirements. Designed the system for quarterly budget preparation, monitoring and control, and reporting for 14 sales offices across Asia and Japan.Supervised the work of 14 Accounting and Tax Outsource Providers (Local Accountants) in the region.Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance to company policies and institute improvements in existing procedures and processesCoordinated with local PricewaterhouseCoopers auditors for the completion and submission of the statutory audits and tax filings Show less

Responsible for setting up the Cypress Philippines Regional Operating Headquarters where the Shared Service Center is located, install systems and ensure compliance to various internal and external reporting systems. Worked with Cypress US executives, consultants, and local government agencies for the creation and legal registration of the Shared Service Center in the Philippines.At the start of operations, installed the internal and financial systems and controls, including… Show more Responsible for setting up the Cypress Philippines Regional Operating Headquarters where the Shared Service Center is located, install systems and ensure compliance to various internal and external reporting systems. Worked with Cypress US executives, consultants, and local government agencies for the creation and legal registration of the Shared Service Center in the Philippines.At the start of operations, installed the internal and financial systems and controls, including the creation of a new operating unit in Cypress Oracle financial systems with multi-currency functionality. Designed the quarterly financial templates for budget preparation, controls, and reporting.One of the key members of the transition team who facilitated the conversion of the Cypress plant from a subsidiary to a branch. Show less

Cypress' biggest assembly and test manufacturing plant outside the U.S. located at Gateway Business Park, Gen. Trias; 3 years 7 months) - responsible for financial accounting and reporting, payroll for 1,500 employees, and government reporting compliance.Being a start-up company, helped establish the financial accounting systems using Oracle accounting software.Helped design the system of budget preparation and control, and end-of the-quarter reporting. Inventory… Show more Cypress' biggest assembly and test manufacturing plant outside the U.S. located at Gateway Business Park, Gen. Trias; 3 years 7 months) - responsible for financial accounting and reporting, payroll for 1,500 employees, and government reporting compliance.Being a start-up company, helped establish the financial accounting systems using Oracle accounting software.Helped design the system of budget preparation and control, and end-of the-quarter reporting. Inventory Costing - conducted a study of the whole manufacturing process to properly assign cost to work-in-process and finished good inventoriesSet-up the payroll system of 1,500 employeesSet-up the fixed asset control systemHeaded the Philippine financial team of the Oracle migration project, from version 10.3 to 11i. Show less

Deputy Field Office Director for Admin and Finance (local function) and Asia/Pacific Regional Functional Expert (international function; Developed and implemented management, financial, and human resource development systems to ensure that support services for the programs are optimized in the delivery of programs and contracts.Established excellent record with Head Office and various funding agencies with 100% reporting compliance and fund utilization. As the Asia/Pacific… Show more Deputy Field Office Director for Admin and Finance (local function) and Asia/Pacific Regional Functional Expert (international function; Developed and implemented management, financial, and human resource development systems to ensure that support services for the programs are optimized in the delivery of programs and contracts.Established excellent record with Head Office and various funding agencies with 100% reporting compliance and fund utilization. As the Asia/Pacific Regional Functional Expert, I served as training and technical consultant to other Field Offices in the Asia/Pacific and Middle East. I was a major part of a team who installed the Save the Children computerized accounting system (using Sunsystem software) in Asia and Middle East field offices. I was also called upon (troubleshoot) everytime an accounting or financial issue needs to be resolved within the region. Show less

Responsible for the examination of financial statements of client companies and expression of opinion thereon; review of accounting systems and procedures with the objective of drawing out recommendations to strengthen client's system of internal control; preparation of income tax returns; planning audit engagements; and designing audit programs.