Cost Controller, Internal Auditor, Accounting Manager

To pursue a challenging career in a reputable organization where my expertise in accounting, audit, financial analysis and project management will be well-utilized for the achievement of company and personal career goals.

Highly focused, driven finance professional with 9 years of international experience and proven track record of success. Responsible for budget of $630MM, assets of over $1billion, and up to 13 direct reports. Big Four and international company expertise spanning Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Sectors include services, energy, consumer goods, heavy industry, mining, and education. Strong team player with contagious enthusiasm, peer leadership and initiative. Management roles emphasized results, team building and development. Geographically mobile, quick learner, BS Accounting & undergraduate in Law (L.l.B.). Fluent English and Tagalog.

SNAMPROGETTI SPA, ITALY (ENI Group) – January 2007 to Present
Cost Controller
Lead team of 2 cost controllers performing all aspects of financial forecasting and controlling for a US$1.1Billion 2,100 MBCD treated seawater injection facilities project. Close monthly reports under Italian home office practices. Pilot budgeting and variance analysis for subcontractors, payroll, field operations, and various ad hoc projects. Oversee HR, subcontractors, field costs and external audits. Anticipate stakeholder’s needs to provide flawless, all-inclusive, one-window, timely and accurate financial forecasts of the foreign entity.
• Earns Management praise for streamlining reporting process and overall exceptional performance.

ZAMIL GROUP HOLDING COMPANY – Alkhobar, Saudi Arabia. April 2006 to January 2007
Group Internal Auditor, Audit Team Leader

PEPSI COLA – Tacloban City, Philippines. February 2004 to April 2006
Accounting Manager

INTRACO – Luanda, Angola. May 2001 to May 2002
Accountant

LEYTE COLLEGES – Tacloban City, Philippines June 1999 to March 2001 and June 2002 to March 2003
Accounting Teacher

PONUNGBAYAN & ARAULLO, ERNST AND YOUNG – Manila, Philippines Nov 1998 to Apr 1999
External Auditor

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Top 3 Student (Jun 2003 - Nov 2005 Undergraduate)
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Cum Laude, Dean’s Lister (Jun 1994 - Mar 1998)
LEYTE COLLEGE, – Tacloban, Philippines

CIA 2007, passed on first attempt and in one sitting all 4 exam parts (90,000 exam parts worldwide)
CPA 1998, passed on first attempt and ranked 20th on 6,000

Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants – Member 1998 to Present
Versed with MS Office Suite and accounting packages such as: Oracle, Merlin, Peachtree, GL Legacy
Interests include corporate & personal finance books, ping-pong and documentaries
Proficient in stock and foreign currency trading with technical and fundamental approaches
Professional driving license – light vehicles