Ma R.
Senior Accounting and Finance Controller
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Ruth R. is a seasoned Financial Controller based in Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines, offering over a decade of experience in accounting and finance within multinational and US-based organizations. At EMSI Inc., she directed full-cycle accounting operations, produced compliant financial statements, and improved closing timelines by streamlining processes. Her expertise covers financial reporting & analysis under US GAAP/IFRS, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, and implementation of ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, and Xero. In previous roles at APL Co. Pte. Ltd. and Gano iTouch Philippines Inc., she led AR/AP functions, managed audits, and ensured regulatory compliance in fast-paced, cross-border business environments, consistently supporting accurate reporting and internal controls.
Experience
Financial Controller
EMSI Inc. · 2017 — 2025Directed accounting operations for a US-based organization, completing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Oversaw accounts receivable collections and managed accounts payable payments. Administered cash flow forecasting, enforced expense controls, and performed bank and credit card reconciliations with multiple accounts. Collaborated with HR for payroll and benefits processing compliant with US labor and tax regulations. Assisted in tax filings and worked with external auditors, as well as led internal audits to address process gaps and enhance compliance. Utilized ERP systems, specifically NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, and Xero.Finance Analyst
APL Co. Pte. Ltd. · 2015 — 2016Produced and reviewed accounts receivable aging reports, monitored overdue accounts, and managed client dispute resolution. Supported internal and external audits, assisted with month-end financial close, and contributed to accurate financial reporting. Maintained compliance with internal policies and relevant regulations.Accounting Staff | AR Team Lead
Gano iTouch Philippines Inc. · 2014 — 2015Handled daily accounts payable and receivable operations in accordance with company and government requirements. Processed cash advances and executive expense liquidations, collaborated with the Malaysian accounting team for daily expense validation and timely reporting to headquarters, and prepared journal entries and reconciliations. Oversaw general ledger account balancing, reviewed expense reports for policy and tax compliance, and ensured government filings such as BIR, SSS, HDMF, PhilHealth, VAT, and withholding taxes were completed.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Financial AccountingUniversidad De Manila · 2010 — 2014