KEVIN ELREY E. ARCE
Piddig
Summary
Detail-oriented accountant seeking to join a company to further enhance my knowledge of tax and accounting software, management reporting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Finance Analyst- Sales Office Accounting
San Miguel Brewery Inc
03.2022 - Current
- Validates remittances from sales offices and monitors compliance to cash handling procedures
- Conducts daily bank reconciliation and validates all reconciling items noted.
- Ensures proper documentation, recording and processing of accounting/financial transactions and timely closing of books in conformance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Prepares monthly reconciliation of General Ledger accounts with supporting schedules and ensures that they are maintained up to date and reconciled to optimize the use of funds.
- Reviews and recommends improvements on existing accounting systems and procedures
- Prepares and submits Operating budgets based on business plans and strategies
- Prepares timely and accurate financial and management reports: a) Sales Schedule b) Discount Report and analysis c) VAT Report d) Funds Analysis
- Ensures proper recognition of applicable taxes in accordance with National and Local Government Tax regulations
- Participates in the execution of regular audits and ensure that internal controls are consistently implemented in the following areas: a) Inventory Management b) Cash Management c) Credit Management
Finance Analyst- Disbursement
San Miguel Brewery Inc
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Prepared timely and accurate payment to suppliers, contractors and other payees based on the established disbursement policies and procedures
- Monitored sufficiency of funding for disbursement checks by maintaining a target average daily balance whilst maximizing usage of company funds.
- Prepared and provided variance analysis of Fixed Operating Expenses in comparison with budget and targets.
- Ensured monitoring of third party contractors’ on bonds, insurance and collateral requirements in conformance with SMB policies and guidelines including proper safekeeping thereof
- Prepared timely and accurate financial and management reports as follows: a) Fixed operating expenses variance analysis b) Funds Aging c) 30-Day funding projection
Property Accountant
Greenmist Property Management Corporation- SM Prime Holdings, Inc.
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Implemented finance internal controls and procedures such as 1) Monthly preparation of bank reconciliation 2) Ensuring collections are deposited intact within the set cut-off (daily); and 3) Compliance with procurement and disbursement standards.
- Supervision of billing and collection department to ensure efficient, reliable, and customer-oriented billing and collection process via the implementation and creation of a standardized collection policy.
- Assisted in preparation and review of annual budget via variance analysis and focused cost reallocation.
- Maintained updated and accurate financial records and reports such as 1) Balance Sheet 2) Income Statement 3) Collection Efficiency 4) Accounts Receivable Aging 5) Cash Position and Cash Flow Report; and 6) Other related reports that may be required from time to time.
- Assisted auditors in yearly external audit procedures to ensure fairness of financial reports.
- Ensured continuous improvement of financial standing of handled property by acting as a financial consultant to the condominium corporation.
- Demonstrated clear and concise verbal presentation of the corporation’s financial standing during board meetings, annual general member meetings, and town hall meetings.
Instructor (Contractual/ Part-time)
Northwestern University
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Taught the following courses to accountancy and other business-related college degrees: a) Business and Transfer Taxation b) Management Consultancy c) Financial Management d) Partnership and Corporation Accounting e) Fundamentals of Accounting f) Cost Accounting
Transaction Processing Associate- Accounts Payable Analyst
Accenture Philippines
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Served as 1 of 4 members of the queue management team. A support team that provided assistance to 25 individuals engaged in accounts payable data processing.
- Responsible for the resolution of problematic invoices. Makes sure that issues are resolved on time to ensure noiseless and efficient operations.
- Directly communicated with foreign client and gave general assistance to team lead.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Northwestern University
01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting Technology
Mariano Marcos State University
01.2015
Skills
Advanced in MS Excel with VBA integration
Knowledgeable in SAP
Excellent verbal presentation skills
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants License No: 0184207 October 2017
Affiliations
- Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
- National Institute of Accounting Technicians (NIAT)
Training
- National Level
- General Management and Executive Leadership for CPAs Northview Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte December 08, 2017
- Accounting/ Auditing Updates and a Forum with the Chairman of Board of Accountancy University of Northern Philippines, Vigan, Ilocos Sur February 11, 2017
- Essentials of Personal Leadership and Successfully Navigating Through the Sectors of the Accounting Profession City Auditorium, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte January 21, 2017
- 2nd Accelerated CAT- Level 3 Program- Certified Accounting Technician NIAT HQ, Philippine Stock Exchange Center7, Pasig City October 23, 2015
- 6th Accelerated CAT- Level 2 Program- Registered Cost Accountant St. Paul University, Quezon City April 23, 2015
- 8th Accelerated CAT (Certified Accounting Technician) Level 1 Program- Certified Bookkeeper St. Paul University, Quezon City April 22, 2015
- College Level
- Bridging the Academe and Industry: A Seminar on System Development Life Cycle MMSU- Teatro Ilocandia October 4, 2014
- English Bridging Program- CHED Memo Ord. No. 3 s. 2007 MMSU- College of Business, Economics and Accountancy May 22-24, May 26-27, 2014
- On-The-Job Training MMSU- Commission on Audit April to May 2014
- Empowering and Enhancing Youth Professionals through On-The-Job Training Mariano Marcos State University – Hostel, April 4, 2014
SPECIALIZATIONS
- Financial Accounting and Systems
- Management Reporting
- Bookkeeping
- Cost Accounting
- Accounts Payable Data Processing
- Income and Business Taxation
- Payroll Accounting
- Budget Preparation
- Inventory Management
- Cash Planning and Handling
- Financial Analysis and Evaluation
- Business Controls
- Disbursement
Timeline
Finance Analyst- Sales Office Accounting
San Miguel Brewery Inc
03.2022 - Current
Finance Analyst- Disbursement
San Miguel Brewery Inc
04.2019 - 02.2022
Property Accountant
Greenmist Property Management Corporation- SM Prime Holdings, Inc.
06.2018 - 04.2019
Instructor (Contractual/ Part-time)
Northwestern University
12.2017 - 05.2018
Transaction Processing Associate- Accounts Payable Analyst
Accenture Philippines
07.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting Technology
Mariano Marcos State University
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Northwestern University