Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
LANGUAGE
Timeline
References
Awards
Church Volunteer, Home Owners Officers, Travels, Sing and Dance
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ELINOR C. JOEL

ACCOUNTANT
Valenzuela
ELINOR C. JOEL

Summary

Result-driven Senior Accountant with vast years of experience in a multinational shipping and Global Shared Services Company. Well-versed in managing accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Knowledge of Philippine regulatory compliance, GAAP, financial analysis, crew payroll management and implementing process improvement. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Prepared getting back to career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.


Overview

25
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Stolt Tankers BV

Accounting Supervisor
03.2013 - 04.2024

Job overview

  • Supervised daily crew payroll accounting operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payroll remittances of Seafarers and mandatory governments - SSS/Philhealth/HDMF.
  • Reviewed and approve Intercompany related transactions, Balance Sheet reconciliations and Journal Entries.
  • Coordinated month-end closing processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
  • Resolved complex accounting discrepancies through thorough investigation, analysis, and collaboration with relevant parties.
  • Oversaw audit preparation, ensuring all documentation met internal standards and external requirements.
  • Maintained sufficiency of cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements.
  • Monitor and prepare monthly KPI Reporting.
  • Supervise and evaluate staff performances, perform coaching and regular 1:1 session.

Stolt Tankers BV

Sr. Accountant
03.2011 - 02.2013

Job overview

  • Oversaw crew payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate remittance of Filipino Crew Payroll Wages, Cash Advances & Reimbursements.
  • Supervised the Balance Sheet Reconciliation and Masters' Cash Audit Report to identify & resolve discrepancies and ensure accounts are reconciled regularly.
  • Reviewed and approved manning related Check Vouchers and Journal Entries prior to Manager’s approval to ensure validity of transactions.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.


Stolt Tankers BV/Stolt Nielsen Phils. Inc.

Accountant
01.2006 - 02.2011

Job overview

  • Reconciled and analyzed Balance Sheet Accounts monthly.
  • Verified correctness of payable entries and validity supporting documents.
  • Reviewed reimbursement by ensuring company policy and tax compliance.
  • Prepare monthly journal entries for accrual, prepayments and other adjustments.
  • Prepared and Filed tax forms such as VAT, Vat Claims, Expanded W/Tax thru BIR Portal.


Stolt Nielsen Phils. Inc.

Bookkeeper
01.2003 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Processed Check Payments for Suppliers and Employee Cash Advances.
  • Record AR transactions in AS400/Status system.
  • Booked journal entries in AS400/JDE system.
  • Keep track of Fixed Asset Inventory Report and asset tags.
  • Responsible in filing file books of accounts and annual registration fee in BIR.

Stolt Nielsen Philippines, Inc.

Accounts Payable Assistant
12.1998 - 01.2002

Job overview

  • Processed invoices accurately and efficiently for timely payment approval
  • Maintained vendor records, ensuring data integrity and compliance
  • Responded to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and discrepancies
  • Reduced payment errors by maintaining accurate vendor records and reconciling accounts regularly.

Education

University of The East
CALOOCAN

Bachelor of Science from Accountancy
06.1990 - 05.1994

University Overview

Skills

  • General Ledger Closing
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Compliance and Audit
  • Internal Controls & Reporting
  • Cross-functional Support
  • Philippine Regulatory Compliance
  • Crew Payroll Management
  • Experienced in ERP systems: JDE AS400, Oracle, BASSNET
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Canva
  • Basic knowledge in Quickbooks and Xero

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Supervised team of 5-6 staff members.
  • 100% elimination of courier cost on payslip sending into email distribution.
  • Spearheaded the successful migration of seafarers payroll solution using BPI encrypted secured platform which resulted to real time bank transfer.
  • Streamlined reconciliation process, reducing unreconciled accounts by 20% and improved the reporting timeliness.
  • Assisted in the successful implementation of a new ERP system, contributing expertise in data migration and process improvement without any delay on month-end closing and payroll remittance to crew beneficiaries.

LANGUAGE

English

Timeline

Accounting Supervisor
Stolt Tankers BV
03.2013 - 04.2024
Sr. Accountant
Stolt Tankers BV
03.2011 - 02.2013
Accountant
Stolt Tankers BV/Stolt Nielsen Phils. Inc.
01.2006 - 02.2011
Bookkeeper
Stolt Nielsen Phils. Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2005
Accounts Payable Assistant
Stolt Nielsen Philippines, Inc.
12.1998 - 01.2002
University of The East
Bachelor of Science from Accountancy
06.1990 - 05.1994

References

References
  • Lorevill Leal, Service Delivery Manager-Stolt Tankers BV, j.leal@stolt.com, +02-8830-7993
  • Jerry Marbella, Service Delivery Manager-Stolt Tankers BV, j.marbella@stolt.com , +02-8830-7917
  • Dolly Cuenca, Senior AP Manager-ARUP Group Ltd, Dolly.Cuenca@arup.com

Awards

Awards
25th year Loyalty Awardee in Nov 2023, BEST Awardee in 2016 for the substantial contribution on process improvement, resulting to 100% elimination of courier cost.

Church Volunteer, Home Owners Officers, Travels, Sing and Dance

Church Volunteer, Home Owners Officers, Travels, Sing and Dance

1. Church Volunteer

  • Assisted in organizing weekly services and community outreach programs
  • Provided administrative support on charitable activities.

Skills shown: leadership, teamwork, organization, community service.


2. Home Owners Officer

  • Elected officer in Home Owners Association, handling community concerns and improvement projects
  • Managed meetings, documented resolutions, and facilitated communication among residents
  • Assisted in budgeting & collection for community maintenance and development initiatives

Skills shown: leadership, communication, conflict resolution, budgeting. trustworthiness 


3. Travel Goals

  • Passionate about exploring new places and cultures, enhancing adaptability and open-mindedness
  • Experienced in organizing travel itineraries, logistics, and budgeting for trips

Skills shown: planning, flexibility, cultural awareness.


4. Singing & Dancing: A former choir member and dance member in company and community program where it develops physical coordination, balance, flexibility, mental focus, memory, and creativity.


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