Jelly A.
Senior Finance and Accounting Specialist
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Jelly B. A., an accomplished finance and accounting professional with over a decade of experience, specializes in managing full-cycle accounting and end-to-end operations within the food & beverage and international markets. With a Master of Business Administration from San Beda University, Jelly is highly skilled in accounts receivable and payable management, utilizing tools such as Xero, NetSuite, and MYOB. Throughout a diverse career, Jelly has consistently demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and process improvement, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and profitability. Notable roles include Senior Accountant for Australian accounts at HarvestEAD Cafe and Cloudstaff Philippines, Credit Controller, and Senior Analyst at Maersk Global Centre Philippines. Across these roles, Jelly has excelled in vendor management, compliance, and strategic business development, supporting multiple group entities and ensuring alignment with corporate policies. Renowned for leadership and commitment to excellence, Jelly remains a pivotal figure in driving financial stability and growth.
Experience
BUSINESS
Company not specified · 2024 — 2026Executed full-cycle accounting tasks such as costing, pricing, budgeting, and financial reporting using Loyverse for sales and inventory management. Managed end-to-end operations encompassing procurement, payroll, and customer service. Developed strategies aimed at enhancing profitability and brand awareness. Supervised staff across various functions and ensured compliance with local regulations.CREDIT CONTROLLER, AUSTRALIAN ACCOUNT
Company not specified · 2026 — 2026Handled customer accounts through collection calls and email follow-ups, ensuring prompt resolution of inquiries and issues. Assisted the onshore team with account-related matters.SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, AUSTRALIAN ACCOUNT
HARVESTEAD CAFE CLOUDSTAFF PHILIPPINES · 2022 — 2024Oversaw full-cycle Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for various group entities, including reconciliations, invoicing, collections reporting, vendor management, and payment scheduling. Prepared sales documents, managed customer statements, and generated reports related to collections and bad debts. Processed supplier bills and payroll-related transactions, while maintaining vendor and staff records in systems like Xero and NetSuite. Addressed queries from internal and external stakeholders and collaborated with Admin on related tasks. Identified opportunities for process improvements and supported the Financial Accounting Manager on special projects.SENIOR ANALYST, SOUTHWEST EUROPE CLUSTER
MAERSK GLOBAL CENTRE PHILIPPINES · 2014 — 2021Managed daily outbound collections via calls and emails, ensuring thorough documentation within Bluelink. Created and shared customer statements, while resolving account inquiries in a timely manner. Collaborated with sales teams to facilitate payments and managed end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes, including invoicing and reconciliations using SAP and Salesforce. Coordinated with various sectors to address billing discrepancies and supervised the team mailbox for efficient communication. Conducted detailed account reconciliations and supported process improvements.ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST, UNITED STATES ACCOUNT
Company not specified · 2021 — 2021Monitored accounts receivable across multiple sales channels, ensuring timely issuance of account statements. Followed up with clients through various communication methods to reconcile accounts and address billing issues. Coordinated with logistics to manage overdue balances and compiled aging reports for management review.ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
COOKIE CAFE FRANCHISE SYSTEM INC. (MRS. FIELDS PHILIPPINES) · 2012 — 2013Managed daily accounting operations, including sales and purchase ledger entries and inter-branch reconciliations using MYOB. Updated inventory systems and participated in store audits to ensure compliance. Assisted in month-end closing and prepared financial reports for management review.FINANCE ASSISTANT
PACIFIC HEALTHCARE PHILIPPINES, INC. · 2010 — 2010Prepared and processed checks and managed bank deposits while maintaining remittance summaries using SAP. Compiled data for VAT Relief submissions and ensured compliance with tax regulations. Managed employee reimbursements and vendor billings, ensuring documentation accuracy.SENIOR ASSOCIATE, MIDDLE EAST CLUSTER
MAERSK GLOBAL CENTRE PHILIPPINESVerified shipment details and contract rates to ensure compliance prior to invoicing. Worked with finance teams and local offices to validate invoice accuracy, resolving discrepancies before deadlines. Improved invoicing standards to enhance quality and reduce errors while maintaining communication with stakeholders regarding billing statuses.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Master in Business AdministrationSAN BEDA UNIVERSITY · — — 2020
- Bachelor of Science in Financial Management & Systems DevelopmentSAN BEDA COLLEGE · — — 2010