CRISTINA JOY B. GARCIA

(Bookkeeping & US Payroll)

• Prepared timekeeping reports and summaries to support payroll processing and management review.
• Processed bi-weekly and monthly payroll for employees in compliance with US labor laws and company policies.
• Handled payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing timely resolutions to discrepancies and concerns.
• Managed employee records including new hires, terminations, and payroll adjustments.
• Managed day-to-day bookkeeping tasks such as recording transactions, categorizing expenses, and maintaining general ledgers.

• Utilized QuickBooks Online to record transactions, categorize expenses, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Performed monthly bank reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring all transactions were properly matched and recorded.
• Ensured timely and organized documentation of receipts, bills, and other financial records.
• Communicated regularly with clients to clarify transaction details and provide financial insights when needed.

• Reviewed and processed payroll, ensuring accuracy in employee compensation, deductions, and government contributions.
• Performed manual bookkeeping, including recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts.
• Prepared and filed various BIR tax returns and reports, such as 1601C, 0619E/1601EQ, 2550Q, 1702Q, SLSP, 2307, QAP, SAWT, and annualization of employee income tax.
• Ensured compliance with BIR regulations, including proper handling of Letter of Authority (LOA) requirements and coordination with auditors during tax audits.
• Monitored accounts receivable and prepared invoices for clients.
• Prepared and analyzed Financial Statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) to support management decision-making.
• Maintained organized and secure financial records in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
•Generated and remitted government contributions such as SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG, ensuring timely compliance.

• Reviewing and validating monthly payroll computations, employee benefits, and statutory deductions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, withholding tax).
• Ensuring timely filing and payment of tax obligations (e.g., VAT, withholding tax, income tax).
• Coordinating with external auditors and government agencies for compliance and reporting requirements.
• Assisting in the preparation of financial reports related to compensation, taxes, and employee-related costs.
• Maintaining accurate financial records using Tally accounting software for general ledger entries, payroll, and tax transactions.
• Supporting process improvements and policy updates to enhance payroll and tax workflows.

• Performed daily bookkeeping and maintained accurate records of financial transactions using QuickBooks and other accounting software.
• Handled tax preparation and filing for clients, including VAT, withholding tax, income tax, and other BIR-related compliance.
• Processed prorated payroll computations, including overtime, leaves, and statutory deductions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Generated and submitted monthly remittances for SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG, ensuring complete compliance with government requirements.
• Prepared financial statements and audit schedules during audit season, supporting auditors and reconciling account balances.
• Assisted in handling BIR open cases and audit investigations, including gathering supporting documents, preparing responses, and ensuring timely resolution of tax issues.
• Reconciled bank statements, managed accounts receivable/payable, and helped generate reports for client management and tax filing.

• Onsite and remote teaching experience
• International students from different countries
• Teaching levels from beginner (0) to advanced
• Responsibilities like lesson delivery, feedback, and mentoring
• Skills such as communication, adaptability, and classroom management