Joeann J.
Senior Global Accountant
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Joeann G. is an accomplished Senior Global Accountant and Finance Manager with over 25 years of experience supporting businesses in the SaaS, IT, medical, manufacturing, consulting, eCommerce, construction, and project management sectors across the US, Australia, and Europe. She has held finance leadership roles in organizations such as Zing Global – Fizzbuzz PH, Bruntwork Pty Ltd, Evercam Ltd, and Durst Industries, overseeing multi-entity financial reporting, month-end close cycles, AP/AR Management, payroll processing, and statutory compliance (IAS/BAS/GST). Joeann has managed finance teams, led audits to uncover and resolve financial irregularities, and delivered variance analysis and budgeting in both cloud-based and legacy ERP environments including QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, and SAP. Her background also includes eCommerce accounting for platforms like Amazon, Shopify, and Walmart, as well as hands-on roles in inventory reconciliation and process improvement, making her a key resource for complex, cross-functional financial operations.
Experience
Finance Manager | Controller
Zing Global – Fizzbuzz PH · 2024 — 2025Oversaw full controllership for a Philippines stop-motion animation studio, various Airbnb properties, and US eCommerce entities. Conducted a financial irregularities audit to identify and rectify discrepancies, leading the necessary administrative actions. Managed AP/AR operations with PHP 2.1M in monthly expenses across these business units. Collaborated with executives to formulate the annual budget and delivered monthly variance reports. Processed payroll data and compliance reporting for 18 employees, while maintaining comprehensive financial records for multiple Airbnb properties, including reconciliations and property-level P&L.Senior Accountant
Bruntwork Pty Ltd · 2023 — 2024Handled reconciliation of settlement postings across all eCommerce channels (Amazon, Shopify, Walmart) against QuickBooks monthly, effectively eliminating unresolved variances. Prepared P&L reports for Amazon, including return-rate analysis and aged-inventory percentage calculations to assist purchasing decisions. Updated landed cost variance accounts quarterly and modified costs in real time as freight rates changed. Maintained schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities, ensuring accurate inventory costs in QuickBooks. Compiled monthly sales, cash flow, and financial reports for executive review and supported internal and external audits by preparing documentation and addressing auditor inquiries. Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identified causes, and implemented corrective controls.Financial Controller – APAC (AU & SG)
Evercam Ltd · 2022 — 2023Managed accounting and business operations for the APAC region of a SaaS construction-camera company, which included oversight of monthly expenses exceeding $500K. Delivered monthly P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet reports to the Group Financial Controller in the EU. Ensured compliance with IAS and BAS, including tax processing and the preparation of statutory financial statements. Led project financials and conducted cost analysis across APAC, US, and EU project portfolios. Processed payroll for up to 15 employees and worked with executives on annual budget planning.General Accountant
Durst Industries · 2019 — 2023Executed the complete end-to-end accounting cycle, covering AP, AR, expense claims, and reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts across five accounts. Prepared end-of-month executive management reports detailing P&L, cash flow analysis, and costing for export/import operations with inventory valuation. Engaged in cross-functional due diligence teams to evaluate potential acquisitions, analyzing target financials to support pricing negotiations. Managed ATO compliance, including IAS, BAS, ASIC updates, and insurance renewals. Developed an enhanced AR sub-ledger process and a reporting framework for customer attributes, while preparing working papers, board-level financial reports, and audit documentation.Part-Time Bookkeeper
Osteon Medical & Nexus IOSI · 2021 — 2022Oversaw AP/AR, reconciliations for vendors/suppliers, credit control, and reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts across five accounts. Maintained accurate financial records through regular monthly bank reconciliations and daily postings of receipts and payments. Addressed bookkeeping discrepancies and communicated issues to management proactively.Finance Manager (Part-Time)
Series Consulting · 2020 — 2021Led a team of five in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and executing month-end/year-end close tasks. Supervised the preparation of statutory financial statements and cash flow reporting for the organization. Collaborated with IT to create a secure electronic invoicing system that reduced processing times and errors. Negotiated improved payment terms with suppliers to optimize cash flow for timely investments and debt reduction. Oversaw the financial system integration post-merger, ensuring a smooth transition for all stakeholders.Global Finance Shared Services Analyst
GHD · 2016 — 2019Managed AR, AP, intercompany billing, prepayments, accruals, and conducted project cost analysis for global GHD entities. Oversaw global master data, including customer and vendor setup, as well as GL reconciliations. Mentored junior analysts, developed process documentation, and led root-cause analysis on recurring service issues. Participated in a global system migration (GHD-NTL, Australia, Aug–Sep 2018), minimizing downtime for end users.Senior Accountant
Numeric Eight · 2015 — 2016Handled full-cycle accounting responsibilities encompassing AP/AR, payroll, and submissions for BAS/PAYG/GST along with preparing P&L, trial balances, and bank reconciliations. Streamlined the month-end close cycle from 10 days to 5, maintaining accuracy in the process. Enhanced cash flow management by applying stricter credit policies and proactive debt collection methods. Collaborated with controllers and external auditors to complete year-end close and managed quarterly and annual ATO filings.Senior Account Associate
GHD · 2013 — 2015Supported the global business operations of GHD across various entities using Great Plains, Workbench, and BST10. Handled a range of operational and general accounting tasks, which included project services and intercompany transactions.
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Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountancyUniversity of San Agustin