Terence C.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Accounting Executive

Habitus Design Group | Makati, Philippines | 2024 - 2025

• Managed end-to-end accounting functions using SAP, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel, ensuring accurate financial reporting and data integrity.
• Oversaw cash flow management through daily reconciliation of inflows and outflows, and developed Excel-based forecasting models, improving liquidity planning by 20%.
• Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, vendor statement reconciliation, and timely collections, reducing outstanding receivables by 15%.
• Conducted bank reconciliations in SAP with 100% accuracy, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Coordinated month-end and year-end closings, prepared journal entries, adjusted accruals, and maintained trial balances.
• Managed payroll accounting in QuickBooks Payroll, ensuring compliance with overtime calculations, employee deductions, and timely disbursements.
• Strengthened internal controls and collaborated with auditors during quarterly audits, achieving zero findings.
• Performed financial analysis to identify cost reduction opportunities, resulting in a 10% decrease in overhead costs.
• Led financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to align operational performance with organizational objectives.
• Conducted KPI analysis to monitor business performance and supported data-driven decision-making.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigated risks through effective process governance.
• Managed relationships with external tax advisors and bookkeeping consultants, including coordinating fee proposals and RFPs.
• Oversaw contract payments, invoicing, and other financial transactions, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintained and strengthened client relationships by fostering trust, transparency, and open communication.

Sr. Accounting Specialist

Procter & Gamble PH | Makati, Philippines | 2020 - 2024

• Directed invoice processing operations focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance, streamlining a 15-minute manual reversal and correction process into a 2-minute automated workflow, reducing user touchpoints by 50%.
• Provided specialized support to North and Latin American vendors and suppliers, addressing inquiries on statements of account, payment disbursements, and invoice processing.
• Managed supply chain assets for Baby Care and Feminine Care product categories, contributing to the launch of new products and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Developed and delivered financial reports and dashboards using Excel pivot tables and Power BI to support strategic decision-making.
• Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring by collaborating with department heads and tracking monthly variances.
• Managed product master data initiatives for Baby Care and Feminine Care segments in AMA-East markets, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Partnered with Product Leaders and Supply Chain teams across AMA to support strategic FMCG development and operational improvements.
• Developed and maintained data governance tools and processes, providing expert end-user support across APAC.
• Oversaw Vendor Master Data administration, including onboarding, profile updates, and registration.
• Processed and reconciled invoices across SG, MY, PH, TH, and ID, ensuring alignment with goods receipt records and resolving discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
• Ensured data integrity and compliance in posted transactions while minimizing errors and delays.

Junior Financial Analyst

Manulife Business Processing Services   | Makati, Philippines | 2017

• Supported the preparation and validation of Q2 interim financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Ensured data accuracy through systematic cross-checks and bank reconciliations.
• Collaborated with finance teams to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Contributed to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
• Maintained accurate financial documentation to support reporting and audit readiness.