Giselle Ann Aquino

Key Responsibilities as NFTP (New Finance & Tax Platform) Training Manager

1. SAP S/4HANA Training Leadership

• Design and deliver training programs for SAP S/4HANA modules related to Accounting to Reporting (ATR); Treasury Cash and Bank (TCB); Tax Compliance and Reporting (Direct & Indirect Tax)
• Ensure training content aligns with global process standards and Maersk’s finance transformation goals.

2. Global Enablement

• Coordinate training across Ocean and Logistics & Services entities globally, ensuring consistent understanding and adoption of SAP functionalities.
• Manage regional training rollouts, adapting content to local compliance and operational needs.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with process owners, IT teams, and business units to identify training needs and address system/process gaps.
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and end users, translating system capabilities into practical workflows.

4. Training Content Development

• Create user guides, e-learning modules, simulations, and job aids tailored to finance functions.
• Maintain and update training materials based on system enhancements and feedback.

5. Performance Monitoring & Feedback

• Track training effectiveness through assessments, feedback surveys, and SAP usage metrics.
• Continuously improve training delivery based on performance data and user input.

6. Change Management Support

• Support change management initiatives by preparing users for new processes and system behaviors.
• Help mitigate resistance and ensure smooth transitions during SAP go-lives and upgrades.

7. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure training supports audit readiness, tax compliance, and internal control requirements.
• Align training with Maersk’s governance frameworks and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities as Finance Training Manager - ATR

1. Training Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute a training strategy for ATR processes aligned with global finance transformation goals.
• Identify skill gaps and training needs across regions and functions.

2. Process Standardization

• Ensure training supports standardized accounting processes across entities.
• Promote best practices in journal entry posting, reconciliations, accruals, and closing activities.

3. Content Development

• Create and maintain training materials, including:
• Step-by-step guides
• E-learning modules
• Simulations and job aids

5. Training Delivery

• Facilitate live workshops and hands-on sessions for finance teams.
• Support onboarding of new finance staff with tailored ATR training.

6. Performance Monitoring

• Track training effectiveness through KPIs, feedback surveys, and post-training assessments.
• Continuously improve content and delivery based on performance data.

7. Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with process owners, IT teams, and business stakeholders to ensure training aligns with system design and business needs.
• Provide post-hypercare support and refresher training as needed.

8. Compliance & Controls

• Ensure training reinforces internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance with financial policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities as an Accounting Manager

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS/local GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.

2. Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and resolving queries.

4. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of accountants, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
• Provide training and guidance on accounting policies, SAP processes, and compliance requirements.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with Treasury, Tax, FP&A, and Business Units to ensure alignment and support decision-making.
• Communicate financial insights and risks to senior leadership.

6. Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and cost reduction.
• Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations.

7. Strategic Projects

• Participate in or lead finance transformation projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and global rollouts.
• Contribute to change management and training efforts for new tools and processes.

Key Responsibilities as a Finance Analyst

1. Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepared and analyzed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support business decisions. Conducted variance analysis and provided insights to improve financial performance.

Finance Migration Projects

1. System Transition Support
Played a key role in finance system migration projects, including transitioning from legacy systems to SAP platforms.

• Validated financial data during migration to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Participated in UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and data reconciliation between old and new systems.

Key Responsibilities as a Supervisor – Financial Planning & Analysis

1. Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Led the annual budgeting process for assigned business units, coordinating with operations, sales, and finance teams.
• Developed financial models and forecasts to support strategic planning and investment decisions.

2. Performance Analysis

• Conducted monthly and quarterly performance reviews, analyzing variances between actuals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provided actionable insights to senior management to improve profitability and cost efficiency.

3. Management Reporting

• Prepared executive dashboards and reports summarizing key financial metrics, trends, and business drivers.

4. Business Partnering

• Acted as a strategic partner to business units, helping them understand financial impacts of operational decisions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate new projects, pricing strategies, and cost-saving initiatives.

5. Financial Systems & Process Improvement

• Supported enhancements to financial reporting systems
• Identified and implemented process improvements to streamline planning and reporting cycles.

Key Responsibilities as a Junior Auditor

1. Audit Fieldwork Support

• Assisted in conducting financial audits across various departments or business units.
• Performed testing of transactions, account balances, and internal controls to verify accuracy and adherence to policies.

2. Documentation & Evidence Gathering

• Collected and organized audit evidence, including invoices, contracts, and system reports.
• Maintained detailed working papers to support audit findings and conclusions.

3. Reporting & Communication

• Contributed to audit reports by summarizing findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Communicated with auditees to clarify issues and gather additional information.

4. Continuous Learning

• Gained exposure to audit methodologies
• Participated in training sessions and mentorship programs to build technical and analytical skills.