ANTHONY P. BALEÑA
P. J. Lhuillier, Inc.
Makati
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Dedicated, innovative, and goal-oriented professional with nine years of experience in compliance roles. Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while ensuring adherence to industry standards. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute to company growth and success.
Work History
Senior Compliance Specialist
3 Years 3 Months- Developed and drove the automation roadmap for key controls, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual effort through successful implementation planning and stakeholder engagement.
- Played a key role in automating four critical controls, eliminating dependency on the L2 SAP and CDM teams for report extraction and enhancing control execution efficiency.
- Identified automation opportunities within the controls environment and collaborated with cross-functional teams to simplify processes, strengthen control effectiveness, and improve turnaround times.
- Executed and maintained financial, operational, and key controls in accordance with established control frameworks, policies, and timelines.
- Ensured accurate control operation, evidence collection, documentation, and retention to support audit and compliance requirements.
- Developed and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring controls remained aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
- Partnered with control owners, Risk teams (1LOD and 2LOD), and Internal Audit (3LOD) to support control monitoring, issue resolution, and audit activities.
- Conducted control assessments and process reviews to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Led process walkthroughs and supported internal and external audits by providing clear documentation and control evidence.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to evaluate the impact of operational changes on control design and effectiveness.
- Drove process improvement and automation initiatives that enhanced efficiency, reduced manual interventions, and strengthened the overall control environment.
- Supported governance and reporting activities, including management information (MI), key risk indicators (KRIs), and control performance reporting.
- Leveraged data analytics and automation tools to improve control monitoring, reporting, and operational effectiveness.
Fiscal Compliance Section Head
8 Years 7 Months- Manages a team of compliance associates.
- Leveraged statutory developments to enhance profitability and support execution of company initiatives.
- Draft procedures, letters, and other communication materials.
- Helps company in leveraging statutory developments to enhance profitability and execution of various company initiatives.
- Informed company of pertinent regulations and established communication with government agencies and relevant authorities.
- Identify compliance requirements and develop the best possible regulatory pathway.
- Initiated robotic process automation projects that streamlined department processes.
- Initiate Robotic Process Automation projects to streamline department processes.
Fiscal Compliance Specialist
5 Years- Served as primary point of contact with government agencies, including LGU, BIR, DENR, and BSP, facilitating compliance and communication.
- Represented company in official communications and consultations, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and operational impact.
- Act as a Liaison Officer for the company and handle the processing of permits and licenses required by different regulatory agencies.
- Work with the operations teams to establish best practices and secure necessary licenses and permits.
- Ensure that branches under assigned areas are compliant with regulatory requirements by doing yearly audit.
- Ensure prompt preparation and submission of all pertinent documents required by regulatory agencies.
- Negotiate business tax assessments and communicate with Mayors and LGU heads as necessary.
- Negotiated tax assessments with local government officials and communicate with Mayors and LGU heads as necessary.
Education
Master's in Business Administration - Business Administration and Management
candidate
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Major in Marketing Management
Completed
Skills
Regulatory compliance
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals
Power Platform
Power Platform
Microsoft Office
Analytical skills
Decision making
Negotiation skills
Flexible and adaptable to change
Multitasking
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals
Skills measured:
Describe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform
Manage the Microsoft Power Platform environment
Demonstrate the capabilities of Power Apps
Demonstrate the capabilities of Power Automate
My Contact
- Apbalena2016@gmail.com
- +639273015594
- 4359 Montojo St. Sta.Cruz Makati
- Www.linkedin.com/in/anthony1991
Timeline
Senior Compliance Specialist
Refinitiv/London Stock Exchange Group
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Fiscal Compliance Section Head
P. J. Lhuillier, Inc.
01.2018 - CurrentRead More
Fiscal Compliance Specialist
P. J. Lhuillier, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2018Read More
University of Caloocan City
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration Major in Marketing Management
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Jose Rizal University
Master's in Business Administration from Business Administration and Management
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