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Marie Sunshine Labuga

Marie Sunshine Labuga

Accounting
City Of Naga, Province Of Cebu,Cebu

Summary

Meticulous accounting professional bringing 15 years of experience in account reconciliation. Strong Quickbooks and XERO proficiency with precise and accurate nature. Expertise in financial data entry and record-keeping. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in Accounting position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cost Accounting

Julies Group Of Companies
12.2023 - Current
  • Established standard operating procedures for Cost Accounting department to ensure consistency in work quality.
  • Studied principles of cost accounting to understand product costing and cost-volume-profit analysis.
  • Create Costing template to help in more accurate reporting and easier analysis of financial data.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive cost accounting system for accurate financial reporting and decision-making support.
  • Ensured timely completion of month-end close procedures by diligently reviewing account reconciliations and journal entries related to cost accounting activities.

Cost Analyst

Rikio Southeast Asia Inc.
02.2016 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop more efficient workflows, reducing operating costs across organization.
  • Optimized budget allocation for various departments through comprehensive cost analysis and forecasting.
  • Reduced overall project costs by conducting thorough cost analysis and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Supported project managers in monitoring ongoing projects'' budgets, keeping track of costs versus benefits throughout their execution.
  • Conducted regular audits of departmental budgets, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals while minimizing discrepancies.
  • Tracked, reported, and analyzed all variances in Production Report and Inventory Reports.
  • Readied and presented cost reports to keep management informed of job progress.

Finance Staff – Credit & Collection Department

Gaisano Grand Group Of Companies
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Request Bankcard terminal for every newly open store.
  • Reconcile bankcard collection and to monthly report. Assist branches in bankcard related problems. Settled customers complain if branch cannot handle it.
  • Do monthly Wholesale Aging Report for A/R and A/P for in-house customer.
  • Reconcile Aging reports forward from branch.
  • Audit branch A/R and bankcard settlement.

Accounting Officer

KM C & S Construction Company
09.2009 - 04.2011
  • Improved efficiency of accounts payable and receivable processes, resulting in faster payment collection and vendor payments.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing accurate documentation for efficient review process.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring sufficient funds were available to meet operational needs.
  • Overhauled process for monthly and year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries.
  • Managed payroll operations for team of 250 construction workers.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Conducted variance analysis comparing actual results against budgets, identifying potential issues early for management intervention.

Service/Training/Marketing Manager

Freemont Foods Corporation
02.2008 - 02.2009
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies, and product commercialization.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns and promotions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding across all company touchpoints and communications channels.
  • Boosted sales performance through creation of engaging promotional materials and targeted advertising strategies.
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
  • Managed workflow between staff, coordinating documents, planning, and creative material distribution.
  • Recruited and hired capable team members to add value and diverse skills set to Good Customer Service.
  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.

Branch Manager

Rojon Pharmacy / Bakeshoppe
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
  • Boosted sales and customer loyalty through incentive programs.
  • Implemented service improvements to enhance sales cycle.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Checked payroll, other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.

Education

Training Course - Virtual Bookkeeping in QuickBooks And Xero Online

EZACC Training Center
Mabalacat, Province Of Pampanga, Philippines
04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting

Notre Dame of Dadiangas University
Marist Avenue, General Santos City
10.2006

Skills

  • AP and AR management
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Collections & Invoice Processing
  • Payroll Processing
  • Account and Bank Reconciliation
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Inventory Auditing
  • Cost accounting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking and Analysis
  • Bookkeeping

Certification

  • Certified Quickbooks Proadvisor
  • Certified XERO Proadvisor

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Quickbooks Online

XERO Online

SAP

Microsoft Office

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPaid time offWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hours401k matchPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Interests

Challenges

Timeline

Cost Accounting

Julies Group Of Companies
12.2023 - Current

Cost Analyst

Rikio Southeast Asia Inc.
02.2016 - 12.2023

Finance Staff – Credit & Collection Department

Gaisano Grand Group Of Companies
01.2013 - 01.2016

Accounting Officer

KM C & S Construction Company
09.2009 - 04.2011

Service/Training/Marketing Manager

Freemont Foods Corporation
02.2008 - 02.2009

Branch Manager

Rojon Pharmacy / Bakeshoppe
01.2007 - 01.2008

Training Course - Virtual Bookkeeping in QuickBooks And Xero Online

EZACC Training Center

Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting

Notre Dame of Dadiangas University
  • Certified Quickbooks Proadvisor
  • Certified XERO Proadvisor
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