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Zenaida L. — Senior Accounting and Finance Manager from Philippines

Zenaida L.

Senior Accounting and Finance Manager

Philippines 6+ years
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Zenaida V. is an accomplished CPA with over two decades of experience in both public and private sectors, as well as non-profit organizations. She has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in managing month-end close processes, preparing financial statements, and handling budgeting and forecasting. Zenaida's career spans various industries, including construction, real estate, government, international not-for-profit organizations, and financial services. Her skill set includes a deep understanding of grants management, variance analysis, and internal control implementation. She has served in notable roles such as Finance Director for Save the Children UK, Finance Controller for medica mondiale, and Senior Auditor and Partner at Remia Dayon and Associates, CPAs. In these roles, she effectively communicated with senior management, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial reports, and also spearheaded financial audits and system evaluations. Her educational credentials include being a Certified Public Accountant in the Philippines and acquiring significant coursework towards an MBA.

Experience

  • Tax Professional I

    H & R Block · 2025 — 2025
    Conducted tax interviews with clients using various formats such as face-to-face meetings and virtual tools. Ensured the accuracy of tax returns and provided IRS support, including certification levels and tax notice services. Mentored teammates and contributed to business growth and client retention.
  • Part Time Hybrid Bookkeeper

    Styles Hair Salon · 2023 — 2024
    Utilized QuickBooks Online for daily accounting tasks, including month-end close processes and reconciliations. Prepared financial statements and reports while conducting financial analysis. Collaborated with external auditors, providing guidance on complex accounting issues.
  • Senior Auditor/Partner

    Remia Dayon and Associates, CPAs · 2016 — 2019
    Engaged with clients about audit plans and negotiations, developing audit methodologies to assess financial information reliability. Supervised audit staff while managing audit processes from planning to completion. Compiled schedules, workpapers, and audit report drafts for client review.
  • Finance/Grants Manager

    Population Services International · 2015 — 2015
    Oversaw financial matters related to contracts and budgets for the portfolio while developing budgets and forecasts for management approval. Acted as a financial liaison, collaborating closely with program teams, US HQ, and donor organizations. Managed project financial reports and ensured compliance with PSI and donor policies.
  • Regional Finance Officer – Visayas

    Habitat for Humanity Philippines · 2014 — 2015
    Led two finance staff and regularly reviewed journal entries and revolving fund liquidation reports. Supervised the Grants Officer in project fund accounting, ensuring compliance with financial standards and regulations set by Habitat for Humanity International.
  • Finance Controller

    medica mondiale · 2010 — 2011
    Managed the financial operations of the country, including staff training, treasury management, and enforcing internal controls. Regularly submitted financial statements and reports required by donors to the headquarters in Germany.
  • Finance Director

    Save the Children UK · 2009 — 2010
    Ensured compliance with the organization's accounting policies, supervising the preparation and submission of financial information on a monthly and annual basis to the Regional Finance department.
  • District Treasurer- Local Government Unit

    District 12, Bacolod City, Philippines · 2007 — 2009
    Managed financial resources, prepared and implemented budgets, ensuring compliance with appropriation ordinances. Provided accurate financial information and safeguarded resources, submitting monthly financial reports to the City Accountant.
  • Finance and Administration Manager

    The MENTOR INITIATIVE · 2005 — 2006
    Supervised operations, logistics, financial, and administrative tasks in Banda Aceh. Ensured timely financial reporting and budget management while providing expenditure reports to the Country Director and finance team in the UK.
  • Finance Officer

    JJL Security Agency and Integrated Services · 1998 — 2005
    Handled all aspects of financial management, including the approval of disbursements and budget preparation. Conducted month-end close activities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and prepared accrual journal entries.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • MBA 12 units
    University of St La Salle
  • BS (Accounting)
    Colegio San Agustin