Reiner Lopez, CPA, CMA
Taguig
Summary
Finance and Accounting professional with nine years of experience, specializing in Cash Management. Led a team of ten in cash, currency, and hedging operations, driving growth and operational excellence over the past five years. Successfully guided the team through the transition of Consumer operations from J&J to the establishment of Kenvue, while creating a robust Global Reporting tool for managing cash balances. Driven SOX compliance improvements, collaborating closely with the Treasury Director, and led transformative initiatives such as the IOM Exit in LATAM and R1/R3 transitions in NAM. A results-oriented leader committed to innovation and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Team Lead - Cash, Currency, and Hedging
JNTL Consumer Health (Philippines) Inc.
11.2022 - Current
- Manage conflict resolution among team members proactively, promoting a positive work atmosphere conducive to achieving results collaboratively.
- Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration on shared initiatives.
- Actively participate in recruitment efforts, selecting top talent for the team and contributing to long-term growth potential.
- Assess and manage risks and perform continuous control monitoring of balance sheet accounts.
- Lead key Finance transformation initiatives aimed at improving team efficiency and effectiveness. Notable projects include IOM Exit, TSA Exit, R1 and R3 Transitions.
- Oversee the successful implementation of new systems and processes within the team successfully navigating change management challenges.
- Supervise and review the work of direct reports such as month-end reporting, journal processing, SOX compliance, etc.
- Review monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Increase overall productivity with consistent monitoring of team progress, adjusting priorities as needed.
Team Lead - Cash and Bank
Johnson & Johnson International (Singapore) PTE. LTD.
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed and managed operational risks through continuous control monitoring of balance sheet accounts.
- Led Finance transformation initiatives aimed at improving team efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversaw daily financial tasks, identified areas for process improvement in financial reporting and data management and led initiatives to automate reporting processes and improve the timeliness and accuracy of financial information delivered to stakeholders.
- Supervised and reviewed the work of direct reports such as month-end reporting, journal processing, flux reporting, etc.
- Reviewed monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Supported the development of team members through training and mentorship, ensuring they were equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles efficiently and contribute to the success of the team.
Senior Accountant - Cash and Bank
Johnson & Johnson International (Singapore) PTE. LTD.
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed month-end, ensuring timely closing of financial records. This included overseeing the various key aspects of financial operations, such as reconciling accounts and ensuring the completion of all required tasks.
- Handled high level issues including issues raised by internal clients and external suppliers.
- Facilitated staff meetings, promoting an open environment for feedback, providing guidance to team members, and receiving insights to foster continuous improvement within the team.
- Monitored and managed audit and tax-related requests.
- Managed the monthly operations for Cash and Bank, ensuring all financial transactions were properly recorded and balanced.
- Reviewed month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
Financial Accountant - Treasury/Fixed Asset/GL
Canon Business Service Centre Philippines, Inc.
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed daily bank reconciliation.
- Prepared six (6) months to one year cash forecast.
- Performed daily cash balance activities and prepared detailed cash reports to ensure sufficient funds for operational needs.
- Monitored and maintained loan and term deposits, and subsidiary balances.
- Performed the end to end process of Fixed Assets function that is from acquisition to retirement, including capital budgeting, asset depreciation, and disposal processes.
- Managed and updated the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring that assets were properly recorded and tracked, and monitored the CapEx budget to ensure alignment with financial forecasts.
- Served as the primary point of contact for Fixed Assets related reports and inquiries with Business Units
- Performed critical month-end close tasks.
- Coordinated with Business Units for general ledger-related activities.
- Performed monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
Senior Finance Associate - Treasury/Fixed Asset/GL
Canon Business Service Centre Philippines, Inc.
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Performed treasury and general accounting tasks such as daily cash balance reporting, raising month-end adjusting journals, and preparing monthly cash flow statement report
- Performed intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Liaised with affiliates on monthly reconciliation of intercompany balances and transactions.
Senior Audit Associate/Audit Associate
R.G. Manabat & Co.
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Performed statutory audit of a financial institution involved in the trading and broking of debt and equity securities. This included consolidating financial statements, reviewing compliance with the international accounting standards, assessing internal controls, and ensuring accuracy and transparency in financial reporting for the institution’s trading activities.
- Conducted statutory audit of a non-stock, not-for-profit organization, retirement plan, and a Regional Operating Headquarters (ROHQ) of a US-based company that specializes in manufacturing and engineering services.
- Delivered risk and advisory services to a major bank in the Philippines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Polytechnic University of The Philippines
04-2015
Skills
- Management Reporting
- Cash Reporting
- Process Excellence
- Training and Development
- Fixed Asset Reconciliation
- Treasury Accounting
- General Ledger Accounting and Reconciliation
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/05/94
Professional Associations
- Institute of Management Accountant, Member
- Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (2015)
- Certified Management Accountant (2020)
Timeline
Senior Team Lead - Cash, Currency, and Hedging
JNTL Consumer Health (Philippines) Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Team Lead - Cash and Bank
Johnson & Johnson International (Singapore) PTE. LTD.
04.2022 - 10.2022
Senior Accountant - Cash and Bank
Johnson & Johnson International (Singapore) PTE. LTD.
06.2020 - 03.2022
Financial Accountant - Treasury/Fixed Asset/GL
Canon Business Service Centre Philippines, Inc.
05.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Finance Associate - Treasury/Fixed Asset/GL
Canon Business Service Centre Philippines, Inc.
06.2017 - 04.2019
Senior Audit Associate/Audit Associate
R.G. Manabat & Co.
11.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Polytechnic University of The Philippines
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