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Sofia Veronica PABILONIA

MANILA

Summary

Results-driven Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant with less than a year of experience in handling complex accounts receivables functions such as overseeing AR operations for diverse real estate entity within shared service framework, ensuring streamlined processes and adherence to industry regulation. Recognized for delivering measurable results in handling 40 bank reconciliations, revenue reconciliation, reducing days sales outstanding (DSO), enhancing cash flow and maintaining high accuracy in financial transactions.


As a former Senior External Auditor, I have developed a deep understanding of various industries with almost three (3) years experience in performing external audits with local affiliate of a Big Four firm, KPMG Philippine. Professional and progressive experience includes relevant exposure to various clients sectors and business services adopting Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS), the local equivalent of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)


Have performed complex level of professional works involving financial audits; an extensive experience conducting audits for large clients, including significant component/subsidiary of publicly listed companies, provides recommendations to help organization enhance its accounting and internal controls; maintains organizational and professional ethical standards; and, works independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Accountant

Aldar Estate Group
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed reconciliation for 41 banks in Abu Dhabi portfolio on a monthly basis, ensuring accurate financial records and timely resolution of discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with customer service team to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Ensured compliance with accounting regulations and standards related to accounts receivable.
  • Successfully managing and participating in internal and external audits related to accounts receivable.
  • Maintained effective credit and collection policies to reduce outstanding receivables.
  • Conducted revenue reconciliation to align billing records between financial book and SAP
  • Expertise in timely and accurate posting of cash receipts and withdrawals from bank statement, reconciling discrepancies, and resolving payment issues
  • Supported management by resolving tickets raised by Community Management Executive with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Identifying inefficiencies in accounts receivable processes and implementing improvements to enhance accuracy and speed
  • Supervising and mentoring junior staff on accounts receivable processes and best practices.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using SAP accounting software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.

Senior Audit Analyst

KPMG Philippines
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
  • Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Led audit senior in simultaneous audit engagements, which include planning and risk assessments, executing, directing, and completing statutory audits.
  • Drafted management letters to inform client of the accounting and control weaknesses along with recommended improvements, and monitoring of process controls implemented in the previous year.
  • Supervised and coaches junior staff members in the execution of audit procedures and performs detailed review of work papers.
  • Drafted pre-engagement checks and proposals for Audit Assurance Engagements.
  • Reviewed all client’s financials and led discussions with engagement team on accounting variances noted.
  • Reviewed financial statements to confirm compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and application.
  • Communicated with all levels of management to address areas of concern and change work practices to fulfill audit requirements.
  • Adhered to group audit methodologies and procedures provided by KPMG London, (pertaining to specific client) ensuring consistency and alignment with global auditing standards.

Audit Analyst

KPMG Philippines
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Prepared audit working papers to highlight issues and presenting findings to resolve.
  • Prepared complex fluctuation analysis for planning and final analysis to see the unusual or abnormal movement of accounts.
  • Identified potential problems and areas of risk and used initiative to proactively propose solutions.
  • Communicated with the client the issues or variances noted during audit to address areas of concern and made proposed adjusting journal entries to correct the errors made by the client.
  • Developed good understanding of client to adapt approach and communication leading to maximum client satisfaction.
  • Led multiple assignments simultaneously, taking responsibility for completion before set deadlines.
  • Obtained sufficient appropriate audit evidence and addressing the relevant assertions through audit procedures and demonstrating how it relates to the rest of the audit.
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.

Accounting Intern

KPMG Philippines
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Reconciled bank reconciliation of the clients including test of translation to check if the variance was material when it comes to foreign exchange transactions.
  • Recalculated depreciation and independent lapsing of Property and Equipment.
  • Read and Inspected Board of Directors' Minutes of the meetings.
  • Vouched supporting documents to audit the existence, accuracy, and completeness of the transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accountancy

University of The East
Philippines
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Accounting Technology

University of The East
Philippines
04.2019

Skills

  • SAP 4 Hana
  • Knowledge of IFRSs (particularly new standards like IFRS 9,IFRS 15, IFRS 16), ISA, Financial Reporting, External Audits and Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Profound knowledge of audit procedures, including accounting policies and principles, deep experience with computerized audit applications and software (eg, Power BI, IDEA, MUS, eAudit & Kcw)

Certification

US CMA - Certified Management Accountant (on going)

  • Successfully passed the Part I
  • Part I consists management accounting content areas:

A. External Financial Reporting Decisions

B. Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting

C. Performance Management

D. Cost Management

E. Internal Controls and

F. Technology and Analytics

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Aldar Estate Group
09.2023 - Current

Accounting Intern

KPMG Philippines
09.2021 - 11.2021

Senior Audit Analyst

KPMG Philippines
03.2021 - 08.2023

Audit Analyst

KPMG Philippines
03.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Accountancy

University of The East

Bachelor of Science - Accounting Technology

University of The East
Sofia Veronica PABILONIA