Versatile Accounting Professional with Global Experience

FRANCES MARIE AZUL-EALDAMA

#** *-* *** ******, DBP Village, Almanza Dos, Las Piñas City, Philippines

(+63) 2 8260-9276 +63-919-***-****

️ ***.*******@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Versatile accounting professional with extensive experience in global shared service environments. Core competencies include general accounting, corporate finance, financial reporting, master data management, tax compliance, and internal controls. Proven success in driving efficiency by leading the planning, migration, execution, and stabilization of cross-country shared service operations, transitioning them from start-up to full operational mode.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FORESIGHT OFFSHORING INC. Senior Accountant

October 2024 – Present

Financial Systems Improvement & Migration

Support successful delivery of the financial systems improvement and migration project through system analysis, testing, compliance checks, and process enhancements.

Map and document existing financial processes and workflows.

Perform data cleansing, transformation, and migration from legacy systems to the new platform.

Collaborate with finance, IT, and compliance teams to identify system gaps and recommend improvements.

Develop and execute UAT test scripts, log defects, and ensure resolutions.

Validate migrated data for accuracy and completeness, support system documentation and user training.

Accounts Payable Accountant

Manage all aspects of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring invoices are accurately processed and payments are timely.

Process payments via checks, BPAY, direct debit, credit card, and wire transfer.

Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

Assist in month-end closing including accruals, prepayments, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

Maintain compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and internal controls.

Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

DTG MEDICAL INC. Finance and People & Culture Associate

May 2021 – September 2024

Accounts Payable (AP)

Process local and foreign supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.

Manage staff expenses, including credit card reconciliations and cash reimbursements via the Concur system.

Load and execute local and foreign currency payments.

Perform month-end supplier statement reconciliations.

Serve as the primary contact for all supplier inquiries (local and foreign).

Raise Purchase Orders (POs) for all non-trading stock and fixed assets (e.g., office supplies, consulting fees).

Verify the receipt of goods and services related to non-stock purchases to ensure alignment with POs.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

Issue manual customer invoices in compliance with local regulations.

Process and reconcile all daily cash receipts and received cheques.

Conduct credit control activities to ensure timely collection of proceeds and maximize cash flow.

Assist in preparing and providing month-end customer statements.

Approve customer credit notes in conjunction with the Customer Service team.

Accounting & Reporting

Assist with month-end close procedures, including preparing journals and balance sheet/accounts reconciliations.

Ensure accurate recording of assets, depreciation, and inventory.

Taxation & Compliance

Ensure accurate and timely local tax filings (e.g., VAT, Withholding Taxes, Income Taxes).

Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary source documents and information.

General Administration

Maintain a robust filing system for all confidential financial records.

Manage inbound emails and faxes, investigating inquiries and responding to requests promptly.

Adhere strictly to all company policies, regulations, and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) at all times.

Provide general office administration support and perform other duties as assigned

People & Culture

Handled end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.

Supported compensation, benefits, and payroll administration.

Maintained employee records and ensured compliance with local labor laws.

Coordinated training, performance reviews, and employee communication initiatives.

Managed government and industrial claims, filings, and employment-related documentation.

Quality & Compliance: Comply with all established Quality System requirements, company policies, procedures, and core values.

Health & Safety: Take reasonable care for personal health and safety and avoid actions that could negatively affect the well-being of others. Adhere to all notified instructions, policies, procedures, or work instructions related to health and safety in the workplace.

RAMCAR BATTERY INC. Procure-to-Pay Specialist

October 2020 – March 2021

Processed and accurately coded vendor invoices utilizing Sage/Platinum systems; participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) during migration to SAP S/4HANA.

Collaborated directly with the Procurement department to ensure complete purchase orders were available for seamless invoice matching.

Resolved complex discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and payments in a timely manner.

Verified vendor accounts through monthly statement reconciliations, ensuring all invoices and necessary credit memos were obtained and recorded.

Prepared weekly payment runs and provided efficient customer service, successfully resolving all vendor inquiries.

Supported internal and external audits of the Accounts Payable function by providing necessary documentation and information.

TWOCONNECT AUSTRALIA Finance/Accounts Officer

October 2019 – October 2020

Processed and coded vendor invoices using Xero, consistently ensuring high accuracy and on-time payments.

Executed daily bank reconciliations, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.

Managed the end-to-end client invoicing process, from issuance to recording of payments.

Developed and prepared monthly management and sales reports to provide key insights for decision-making

LUFTHANSA SERVICES PHILIPPINES INC. Accounting Specialist

May 2016 – October 2019

Managed full cycle of month-end closing procedures, including accruals, provisions, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Oversee daily AP functions, verifying all invoice details, GL coding, and approvals for both PO and non-PO invoices.

Collaborated with the Treasury department to manage payment proposals and ensure fund availability across multiple business units.

Resolved complex vendor and intercompany account discrepancies and actively worked to recover duplicate payments.

Provided key support during shared service transitions, applying extensive transition knowledge to project assistance and process improvement initiatives.

FLUOR DANIEL INC. – PHILIPPINES Accountant II

August 2014 – April 2016

General Accounting & Reporting: Supported financial operations for Manila and Singapore offices, including preparing for Singapore's 2013 financial and tax audits.

Reconciliation & Analysis: Conducted detailed GL account analysis, performed intercompany reconciliations, and cleared payroll-related accounts monthly. Reconciled FDIP's local statutory/tax books from 2011 to 2013.

Compliance: Prepared documentation for FDIP's 2013-2014 BIR invoice transfer pricing and completed the Philippine Business Industry annual income statement survey.

Accounts Payable: Managed the AP mailbox, processed PO and non-PO invoices for US-based vendors in SAP, and performed 3-way matching.

Vendor Support: Addressed vendor inquiries, including reconciling Statements of Accounts (SOA), and resolved vendor data issues.

GOODYEAR REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Corporate Accountant

February 2014 – August 2014

Played a key role in the SAP system implementation project, specifically executing data mapping, data conversion, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases.

Managed the full financial statement preparation cycle (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement) and supporting account schedules.

Verified and ensured proper GL coding for all revenue, cost, and expense transactions, maintaining data integrity.

Oversaw timely regulatory reporting and compliance filings for BIR and PEZA requirements.

Managed intercompany billing and collection processes and prepared daily/weekly/monthly cash position reports.

GSM TRADING SINGAPORE PTY LTD (BILLABONG) Accounts Executive / Accountant

December 2010 – September 2013

Managed the full accounting cycle for Billabong in Malaysia and oversaw Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions for Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Hong Kong.

Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reports, including consolidated and store-level P&L statements with variance analysis against budget and forecasts for submission to Australian Headquarters.

Spearheaded month-end closing procedures, prepared balance sheet schedules, and ensured timely submission of all financial reports.

Coordinated and processed payroll payments for Malaysia, Thailand, and Hong Kong, and handled VAT/WHT reporting for Thailand.

Administered all payment cycles, including preparing checks, TT, and online banking transactions for signatory approval, and verified staff expense reimbursements.

Oversaw the full customer payment process, including processing receipts, allocating payments, and preparing customer Statements of Account.

DFS VENTURES SINGAPORE PTE LTD Finance Specialist

September 2007 – December 2010

Prepared monthly financial statements, including analysis of service fees and profit sharing for joint venture partners. Generated weekly reports and monitored regional mark-ups.

Ensured timely monthly close of accounts for all trading divisions, prepared and posted journal vouchers (JVs), and performed detailed GL account reconciliations.

Managed the review and updating of monthly GST reports and prepared comprehensive audit schedules (accruals, deposits, prepayments, and fixed assets).

Oversaw the AP function, liaising with vendors regarding invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and resolving payment disputes.

Conducted comprehensive sales and cost analysis for all business divisions, reviewed monthly creditors ageing reports, and followed up on outstanding/debit balances.

Participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for the upgraded SAP accounting system and utilized SAP for daily task execution.

INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE SERVICES INC. Finance / Admin Supervisor

February 2006 – September 2007

Prepared complete financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow), monthly forecasts, and budget monitoring reports.

Executed all necessary journal entries, adjusting entries, and maintained the Fixed Asset Register; ensured accurate and timely VAT & Withholding Tax reporting to the BIR.

Supervised the billing and AR department, overseeing the recording and collection of customer invoices to ensure prompt processing and maximize cash flow.

Managed daily AP operations, verified all invoices and requisitions, ensured proper 3-way matching of documents, and prepared batches for data entry.

Handled all disbursements, acted as Petty Cash custodian, managed bank relations, prepared bank reconciliations, and oversaw all cash/check withdrawals and deposits.

Directed the full payroll processing cycle and provided general administrative support, including travel arrangements and maintaining an efficient filing system.

CEBU PACIFIC AIR INC.

Cabin Crew Admin – Cabin Services May 2004 – February 2006

Assisted the Director of Cabin Services in preparing the annual departmental budget. Prepared cash advances and payment advice needed for training activities.

Managed the full hiring cycle, including reviewing resumes, contacting qualified applicants for initial interviews, and ensuring all pre-employment requirements were complete and authentic.

Computed monthly flying, productivity, meal, and transportation allowances for staff. Coordinated with the Payroll department to ensure accurate and timely monthly salary processing.

Monitored the performance of direct reports (Systems Analyst and Clerk), conducted annual performance appraisals, and prepared disciplinary action documentation as needed.

Accounts Analyst – Revenue Accounting June 2001 – April 2004

Managed the end-to-end reconciliation process for passenger sales reports and GSA/ticket office remittance data.

Audited ticket coupons against sales data, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies through debit/credit memos and detailed reporting.

Ensured mathematical accuracy of all financial reports and prepared payment advice for refunds.

Encoded and processed all journal vouchers (JVs) into the SAP accounting system.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

Ateneo de Naga University 1997 – 2001

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Systems: SAP, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, Concur, Xero, MYOB-EXO, Hyperion, Smart View, AS400, PRAXIS, Wentworth

Applications: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Core Competencies: Full-Cycle Accounting, AP/AR Management, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Process Migration, Internal/External Audit Support, Tax Compliance

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