Carla B.
Senior General Ledger Accountant
Open to offersNew to PlatformAbout
Carla B., a seasoned Accountant, brings 14 years of solid experience in finance with expertise in Expense Administration and Internal Controls, and Financial Reconciliation and Analysis. A Certified Public Accountant, she is proficient in handling comprehensive accounting processes for both local and multinational corporations, demonstrating her capability in managing rigorous deadline-driven environments. Currently serving as a Specialist in General Ledger Accounting at Boehringer Ingelheim, a major biopharmaceutical firm, she ensures accurate financial closures, statutory compliance, and serves as the primary point of contact for regional and local accounting inquiries. Her previous roles included significant tenures at ISS Facility Services and Shiphealth Inc., where she was responsible for financial statement preparation, tax compliance, and collaborative audits. Carla's software proficiencies encompass Oracle ERP Financials, SAP, and Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP, reflecting her adaptability in diverse financial systems.
Experience
Specialist – General Ledger Accounting
BOERHINGER INGELHEIM BUSINESS SERVICES PHILS., INC · 2022 — PresentConduct GL related closing activities for international GBS entities, including group reporting packages and local statutory financial statements. Execute financial accounting and planning tasks to ensure compliance, perform analytical account reviews, and manage month and year-end postings. Serve as the initial contact for local and regional accounting staff regarding GL queries and issues, ensuring proper documentation and archiving. Liaise with regional external auditors for year-end audit requirements and prepare management responses. Offer support for projects and lead training on GL topics.Accountant
ISS FACILITY SERVICES PHILS., INC · 2017 — 2022Prepare and input month-end journal entries, including accruals and adjustments for multiple companies. Manage billings for tenants, ensuring the completeness of related documents, and follow up on collections. Process payments and monitor statutory payments for disbursements. Summarize financial statuses through reconciliations of bank statements and GL accounts. Conduct financial statement preparation and support annual external audits while maintaining compliance with regulatory tax reports.Accountant
SHIPHEALTH INC. · 2014 — 2017Manage monthly bank reconciliations and cash receipts, while preparing daily cash positions for the company. Handle aging analysis and billing for local clients, including follow-ups on collections. Prepare agreements for new clients and monitoring billing inventory. Oversee check issuance ensuring timely payments and prepare necessary tax forms and reports.Accounts Payable Specialist
HYDER CONSULTING · 2013 — 2014Execute accounts payable activities for Australia and United Kingdom operations, including bill verification and invoice matching. Supervise junior team members, manage supplier reconciliations and resolve disputes. Prepare files for expenses, maintain the Purchase Ledger Module in DAX, and ensure timely payments while adhering to SLAs.Senior Accounts Assistant
STOLT TANKERS BV · 2010 — 2013Oversee accounts payable for Port Disbursement Team focusing on various international offices. Verify receipts, ensuring correct expense coding and reconcile agent accounts. Monitor billing and expenses, forecast cash flows, and prepare process documentation for the team, while supervising activities in the supervisor's absence.General Accountant
Philam Properties Corporation · 2008 — 2010Verify and process invoices for timely payments while ensuring adequate cash flow for expenses. Maintain updated bank statements and perform bank reconciliations. Prepare billing statements for tenants and address any inquiries regarding billing matter while providing assistance to team members as needed.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountancySt. Scholastica’s College · — — 2007