AUBREY MAE SALARZA

• Led headcount planning and forecasting, conducted monthly variance analysis, and delivered executive-level HC reports to the CFO and Division Heads
• Streamlined the headcount requisition process by designing a centralized Google Form system that resulted to:

> improved request tracking, reduced manual follow-ups, and ensured structured, complete submissions

> Refined approval workflow by implementing automated reminders, SLA timelines, and escalation protocols; enhanced transparency and accountability across HR and Finance

> Defined start dates and approval frequency for all requests, enabling consistent planning and integration into budget reviews

> Enhanced reporting and insights by incorporating requisition data into the Headcount Report, supporting strategic workforce decisions

• Oversaw OpEx budgeting and analysis for payroll, benefits, bonuses, and contractor costs, ensuring alignment with financial targets and compliance standards

• Managed the annual and quarterly forecasting and budgeting for the Philippine Corporate Function for Human Resource and Real Estate, overseeing an annual net cost of approximately $31M and $78M, respectively.
• Achieved effective control of expenditure for Corporate Functions (HR and RE) by managing and monitoring expenses like payroll, non-payroll, and time & expense in accordance with the budget.
• Collaborated with leadership team to analyze monthly financial results, detecting variances and presenting actionable insights on potential risks or opportunities.

• Managed multiple client accounts with a portfolio totalling to $95M by leading the account's monthly forecasting process, generating reports, providing quarterly estimates, conducting variance analysis and effectively communicating findings to executives
• Empowered client engagement teams by leveraging financial expertise for maximizing profitability via strategic analysis and cost optimization
• Ensure contractual compliance with all relevant financial policies
• Conducted high-level assessment of financial proposals for prospective ventures and assessed the effectiveness of self-enabled pricing models and tools crafted by deal teams

• Managed a team of accounting professionals overseeing cash receipts, collection and accounts receivables also Provided oversight to the Billing and Cashiering
• Executed accounting operations and procedures while providing direct assistance to the Chief Accountant.
• Thoroughly reviewed accounting staff's submitted documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness, prior to forwarding them to the Chief Accountant for review and finalization.
• Performed functions as Process Improvement Analyst as follows: (1) analyzed existing process standards and metrics to provide solutions for improvements, (2) coordinated with Subject Matter Experts to develop process improvement reports for setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations and conclusions, (3) prioritized and implemented process change requirements based on the critical project needs.

• Provided support in executing the annual internal audit plan, delivering concise reports on audit findings, and present suitable recommendations.
• Executed assurance services aimed at ensuring adherence with company policies, standards, and contractual requirements. Further conducted audits as assessments for new processes, technologies or standards before being implemented.
• Executed advisory services aimed at improving overall company effectiveness through systematic evaluation of risk management, controls, operations, and governance processes.
• Conducted reviews for ventures and acquisitions, contractor management, client finance management, laptop repository, business process service, payroll design assessment, staff provident fund and integrated facilities management.
• Identified opportunities for improving management control efficiencies, profitability, and the company’s image and communicate them to the appropriate level of senior management.

• Managed the annual and quarterly forecasting and budgeting for the Philippine technology business, overseeing a net cost of approximately $200M annually.
• Managed and monitored Technology business expenses such as payroll, non-payroll, and client's (GCP) time and expense in adherence to budget
• Supported business operations team and managed targets for budget owners including HR and People Mobility program.
• Worked alongside leadership team to conduct thorough review of monthly financial results, identifying variances and presenting actionable insights on potential risks or opportunities.
• Collaborated with team lead of Client Financial Management on project specific matters that had an impact on overall results, including the reversal/reclassification of entries to specific WBS and cost allocation.

• Responsible for handling the extraction of relevant data in the existing computerized systems (BIS & LMS) for the Comptrollership and other department needs and keeps these data for reportorial purposes.
• Managed staff activities and provided accurate reports and data as required by management.
• Facilitated the submission of various requests to management for data analysis, policymaking, and collation in support of operations group decision-making and studies.

• Enhanced expertise in conducting Field Audits, Commissions and Incentives audits while ensuring strict adherence to systems and procedures. Proficient in performing comprehensive analysis and meticulous documentation for audits.
• Conducted nationwide branch operation audits and specialized audits for fraud cases based on assigned criteria.
• Performed actual confirmation of branch accounts through field visits and phone calls, creating initial reports for Senior Auditor assessment.