Christian R.
Senior Finance Leader - Accounting
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Christian R. D. is a seasoned Finance Leader excelling in the domains of process improvement and financial management, with a robust background in finance and accounting. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Occidental Mindoro State College, he is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a pending Certified Management Accountant certification from CMA Philippines. Currently, as Associate Director of Accounting at Results Manila, Inc., a ResultsCX subsidiary, he oversees critical operations involving general ledger, fixed assets, leases, and compliance. Previously, he served as VP Finance at MSCI Hong Kong Limited, where he spearheaded the Subscription Revenue Team to ensure revenue recognition by US GAAP standards. His tenure at Studio West Phils, Inc. and Ernst & Young Global Delivery Services further solidified his expertise in strategic finance, budgeting, and management reporting. His diverse experience encapsulates roles across multiple geographies, focusing on financial transparency and operational efficiency through financial controls, revenue recognition, and process automation. His work consistently supports global stakeholders and functions in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
Experience
Associate Director - Accounting
Results Manila, Inc. (A ResultsCX Subsidiary) · 2023 — PresentManages the PH Accounting Team, overseeing GL, Fixed Assets, and Leases. Conducts P&L and Balance Sheet Management while executing Period Closing Activities and Management Reporting. Maintains Financial Controls and provides support to Global Stakeholders in P2P, O2C, Treasury, and FP&A. Aids the Philippine Compliance and Reporting Team and works alongside the Global Accounting Director on Consolidation and Reporting across nine geographies. Acts as the Lead Contact for Internal and External Audits and drives Process Improvements and Automation Projects.VP Finance – Revenue
MSCI Hong Kong Limited · 2023 — 2023Guided the Subscription Revenue Team (Index) to ensure compliance with revenue recognition according to US GAAP. Analyzed contracts with customers to assess accounting and reporting implications, directing revenue recognition in line with ASC 606. Supervised the revenue close execution, variance analysis, and reporting. Managed internal controls, policies, and procedures related to revenue recognition and closing activities while improving process efficiency. Assisted in audits conducted by internal auditors and the SOX team.Finance Head and Controller
Studio West Phils, Inc. · 2019 — 2023Oversees all Finance and Accounting operations, including periodic closing activities for AP, AR, Accruals, and Payroll. Ensures effective Financial Controls, prepares Management Reporting, and manages Treasury functions while adhering to Statutory and Regulatory Compliance. Responsible for Budgeting, Forecasting, and Strategic Finance.Assistant Finance Director (FP&A APAC)
Ernst & Young Global Delivery Services Phils, Inc. · 2017 — 2019Executed the migration of FP&A processes from India to Manila GDS. Produced Periodic Management Reporting and conducted Financial Planning and Analysis. Created financial reports and analyses for business units, including Monthly P&L and Budget vs Actual assessments. Managed Balance Sheet Reconciliation and Business-wise headcount and expense analysis while fostering Finance process improvement initiatives.Financial Reporting Manager (LATAM Financial Reporting Tower)
Regus Service Center Philippines · 2015 — 2017Oversaw the migration of FP&A and accounting processes from Mexico to Manila. Led a team of business controllers for accounting and reporting, ensuring thorough balance sheet reconciliations while liaising with auditors. Maintained financial integrity of the assigned business units and prepared management reports, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow plans. Completed month-end account closures promptly.Sr. Financial Analyst
Al Khorayef Group of Companies (Saudi Arabia) · 2010 — 2015Led the migration and remote management of accounting and financial reporting functions from Belgium and Ukraine to the Saudi Arabia Corporate Headquarters. Monitored Bank Facilities and Covenants and reviewed financial statements for investment evaluations. Participated in the Investment Team to review legal documents and due diligence requirements while preparing project cash flow and financing plans. Consolidated budgets for subsidiaries and the holding company and managed group cash flow and P&L explanations. Prepared a consolidated five-year group forecast and monitored key financial ratios.Sr. Financial Analyst
Al-Amthal Financing and Leasing (Saudi Arabia) · 2009 — 2010Compiled the department budget details and prepared a master budget. Developed a single-year operational and financial plan along with a five-year business plan. Monitored compliance with budget on a monthly basis and generated in-house monthly financial statements. Conducted analytical reviews of financial statements to support external auditors.Sr. Financial Analyst
Emerson Electric Asia Ltd. ROHQ · 2006 — 2009Directed a pioneering team in migrating accounting and FP&A processes from the US office to the Manila ROHQ. Managed the consolidation and preparation of financial statements for foreign subsidiaries, performed month-end closing tasks, and executed adjusting journal entries. Eliminated intercompany balances and profit within ending inventory and prepared supporting schedules for principal financial statements. Uploaded financial data to Hyperion Financial Management and developed monthly management reports and year-end reporting packages for the Parent Company.Internal Auditor
Universal Robina Corporation and Araneta Group of Companies · 2005 — 2006Conducted operations and compliance audits to ensure adherence to established standards and regulations.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountancyOccidental Mindoro State College · 1999 — 2004