ETYL BARAQUEL
AP ACCOUNTANT
Cebu City, Province of Cebu
Summary
Dynamic AP Accountant with proven success at Lear Corporation E-Systems, enhancing invoice processing efficiency and reducing late payments. Skilled in GAAP and vendor relations, I excel in problem resolution and collaboration, driving financial accuracy and compliance. My adaptability and critical thinking have consistently improved accounting processes and team performance.
AP professional with strong background in financial management and accounts payable. Skilled in optimizing invoice processes and maintaining precise financial records. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing business needs, ensuring consistent, accurate results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
AP Accountant
Lear Corporation E-Systems
Lapu-Lapu City, Province Of Cebu
12.2019 - Current
- Effectively managed high-volume invoices, ensuring timely payment and data accuracy.
- Performed analytical reviews and interpretation of financial data and provided explanations to non-financial business partners.
- Managed credit card statements reconciliation process, ensuring proper allocation of charges to expense categories.
- Delighted customers by researching, analyzing and responding to billing inquiries quickly.
- Assisted in the implementation of a new ERP system, streamlining accounting processes for increased productivity.
- Facilitated seamless transitions during departmental staffing changes through comprehensive training and support for incoming team members.
- Applied customer payments to accounts on day of receipt.
- Strengthened relationships with key vendors through consistent communication, issue resolution, and prompt payments.
- Reduced late payments by closely monitoring aging reports and following up with vendors.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing a new accounts payable system.
- Conducted thorough audits on accounts payable records, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Worked collaboratively with procurement teams to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
- Prepared schedules and analyses to support finance function.
- Enhanced data integrity by maintaining meticulous records of all transactions and reconciliations.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving overall cash management strategies.
- Reconciled client accounts to facilitate compliant, timely, and accurate payments.
- Participated in cross-functional projects that improved financial processes across the organization.
- Supported month-end closing processes by preparing accurate AP-related journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by regularly reviewing and updating AP procedures and documentation.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Finance Analyst
CEBU AIKAWA PROPERTIES
LAPU LAPU CITY PHILIPPINES
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Strengthened internal communication between finance department and other business units, fostering collaboration towards shared objectives.
- Updated, reconciled and resolved issues with computerized accounting system.
- Compiled and coordinated financial data for analysis and reconciliation.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures, reducing time required to generate accurate financial statements.
- Prepared and submitted reports and monthly financial statements.
- Monitored and adhered to compliance requirements for covenant deliverables.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations by staying up-to-date on industry-specific laws and accounting practices.
- Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits through timely preparation of accurate financial statements.
- Compiled data, reports and year-end audit information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MAJOR IN FINANCIAL MNGT
UNIVERSITY OF CEBU MAIN CAMPUS
SANCIANGKO ST., CEBU CITY 04.2001 -
GED -
CEBU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY MOALBOAL CAMPUS
MOALBOAL, CEBU OF PROVINCE 04.2001 -
Skills
Bank reconciliation
Journal entries
GAAP
Payment scheduling
Invoice processing
Accounts payable management
Month-end closing
Data entry
Data inputting
Problem resolution
Payment processing
Report preparation
Records coordination
Vendor relations
Account reconciliation
Vendor relationship management
Transaction reviewing
Payment coding
Entry verification
Entry recording
Teamwork
Bookkeeping and reconciliation
Teamwork and collaboration
Microsoft office
Problem-solving
Time management
Accounting processes
Multitasking Abilities
Time management abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Active listening
Accounts payable
Timeline
AP Accountant
Lear Corporation E-Systems
12.2019 - Current
Finance Analyst
CEBU AIKAWA PROPERTIES
07.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MAJOR IN FINANCIAL MNGT
UNIVERSITY OF CEBU MAIN CAMPUS
04.2001 -
GED -
CEBU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY MOALBOAL CAMPUS
04.2001 -