ERLSON ROBERT F. RADA
Certified Public Accountant
San Pablo City, Province of Laguna
Summary
A CPA with ten (10) years of rigid and extensive experience in operations, people management, end to end accounting, management reporting, preparing financial statements and internal control measures over financial reporting audits for small to large business clients both local and overseas. Assisted clients achieve and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, set higher level of internal control measures, thus reduce financial risk. Adept at maintaining currency with changing legal landscape and creates dynamics in accounting and auditing practices. Demonstrates leadership acumen in the guidance of employees that resulted to success of Company goals and enable clients to achieve business objectives.
Currently an Operations Manager at Amped HQ handling the day-to-day activities ensuring smooth and seamless operations. Enabled to grow the business from one (1) to (60) headcount. Previously worked as a Senior Associate at D&V Philippines Outsourcing Inc. A pioneer in D&V Philippines for the Philippine based offshore auditing team of Marcum LLP (US based auditing firm). Prior to joining D&V Philippines, worked at Sycip Gorres Velayo (SGV) & Co. / Ernst & Young (EY) Philippines for three and a half (3 ½) years as an Audit Senior Associate in Assurance. Fast tracked promotion to Senior Associate (SGV & Co.) after two (2) busy seasons with a performance rating of 4 & 5 (exceeds expectations) for successive fiscal years (FY16 and FY17). Manages multiple departments and big accounts that normally consists of ten (10) to fifty (50) team members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Manager
Amped HQ Philippines Pty Ltd Inc.
06.2020 - Current
- Supervising multiple departments ensuring everyone is working coherently while achieving Company goals
- Take a leading role in setting up all operational aspects of the company from scratch
- Develop and implement operational processes to enhance efficiency and productivity
- Look at cost and market info to set prices that make us money and keep us competitive
- Monitor pricing strategies and make adjustments to meet revenue targets and maximize profitability
- Identify areas for improvement based on benchmarking results and implement action plans
- Acts as a liaison between our client and our people
- Collaborate with senior management to develop strategies for improving the company's financial performance
- Develop strategies to capitalize on identified opportunities and expand the company's market presence
- Monitor financial metrics and business indicators to identify cost-saving and revenue-enhancing opportunities
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and government requirements in the Philippines
Senior Audit Associate
D&V Philippines Outsourcing Inc.
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Company Overview: A pioneer in D&V Philippines for the Philippine based offshore auditing team of Marcum LLP (US based auditing firm)
- Started the first offshore audit team in the Philippines with 8 members, which expanded to 30 within a year
- Conducts audits and prepares Financial Statements for U.S based clients in retail, manufacturing, real estate, and construction, following U.S GAAP
- Collaborates with superiors to plan audits and address client and team concerns
- Reviews audit work papers to ensure compliance with firm's methodology
- Works with onshore counterparts to enhance audit efficiency
- Provides training on Marcum LLP's audit methodology and software to Philippine counterparts
- Handles accounting tasks for Australian and New Zealand clients including bank reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable processing, and tax calculations
- A pioneer in D&V Philippines for the Philippine based offshore auditing team of Marcum LLP (US based auditing firm)
Senior Audit Associate
Sycip Gorres Velayo (SGV) & Co.
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Understands and applies auditing standards like IFRS, ISA, and US GAAP, including IFRS for Small and Medium-Sized Entities (SMEs)
- Over two (2) years audit experience in Asset Management (Cross border full scope audit with EY Australia)
- Experience on diverse structures of funds such as Standalone, Master-Feeder, Segregated portfolios, Umbrella and Exchange traded funds
- Conducts audits for hedge fund accounts, focusing on CIMA-registered funds, and funds in Australia and New Zealand, covering various fund structures under IFRS and US GAAP
- Conducts full audits for local accounts, ranging from SMEs to Top 500 PH Corporations
- Collaborates with superiors to plan and manage audit engagements, addressing client and team concerns
- Supervises and develops associates and seniors to ensure quality audits and overall engagement success, following auditing standards
- Communicates directly with local clients and onshore counterparts as a liaison for the audit engagement
- Manages projects including staffing, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Reviews client-prepared Financial Statements and communicates daily with cross-border teams regarding audit issues
- Exposure and knowledge of Reuters and Bloomberg Terminal
Junior Audit Associate
Sycip Gorres Velayo (SGV) & Co. / Ernst & Young (EY) Philippines
09.2014 - 06.2016
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Laguna College
San Pablo City, Calabarzon 01.2009 - 03.2012
Skills
- Critical Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Operations management
- Performance Management
- Self-Supervision
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Financial Analysis
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Goal Orientation
- Quality Consciousness
- Microsoft Applications Proficiency
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Process improvement strategies
Industry Exposure
Supported clients and executives across diverse industries in both local (Philippines) and international markets (New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Dubai, and the UK), including BPOs, Wealth & Asset Management, Real Estate, Tech & SaaS, Manufacturing, and Retail & Merchandise - ranging from SMEs to publicly listed companies.
Affiliation
Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA), San Pablo City Chapter, OIC - Commerce and Industry, 01/01/22 - 12/31/22
Timeline
Operations Manager
Amped HQ Philippines Pty Ltd Inc.
06.2020 - Current
Senior Audit Associate
D&V Philippines Outsourcing Inc.
11.2017 - 05.2020
Senior Audit Associate
Sycip Gorres Velayo (SGV) & Co.
06.2016 - 11.2017
Junior Audit Associate
Sycip Gorres Velayo (SGV) & Co. / Ernst & Young (EY) Philippines
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Laguna College
01.2009 - 03.2012
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