Leila Ramos
Senior Finance Manager
Frisco,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Senior Finance Manager with more than 20 years of experience, excelling in financial analysis and strategic planning. Proven track record in budget management and cost control, leading teams to deliver actionable insights that drive business growth. Adept at fostering collaboration and enhancing reporting capabilities to optimize financial performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Finance Manager - FP&A
Hewlett-Packard Inc
Frisco, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Lead Financial Planning and Analysis team within Digital Transformation Office.
- Developing and managing detailed budgets and forecasts utilizing historical data, trends, and business objectives.
- Conducting comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
- Collaborating with senior leadership to deliver financial insights that inform strategic decisions.
- Leading and mentoring FP&A analysts to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Monitoring financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and historical results, implementing necessary actions.
- Engaged with cross-functional teams to gather financial data aligning with business objectives.
Principal Finance - Americas
DXC Technology
Plano, TX
08.2016 - 02.2023
- Led monthly close process to ensure timely financial reporting.
- Issued monthly close requirements and guidance to sub-regions for consistency.
- Compiled revenue and profit estimates, reviewing variances with sub-region CFOs.
- Completed close reporting pack for submission to AMS Region CFO.
- Submitted daily close estimate summary to corporate, including variance explanations.
- Represented business unit in cross-regional and cross-functional planning meetings.
- Managed monthly forecast and annual budget tie-out process, analyzing system numbers.
- Provided training and mentorship to analysts, enhancing team capabilities.
Finance & Compliance Manager
DXC Technology
Plano, TX
04.2015 - 07.2016
- Reviewed monthly flash reports and variance analysis with finance team and executives for informed decision-making.
- Represented finance in Global Delivery Apps Leadership meetings and Monthly Business Reviews.
- Delivered executive presentations in collaboration with Business Leaders to address critical issues.
- Conducted financial reviews on proposed investments for various organizational projects.
- Supervised implementation of Finance Dashboard to improve reporting capabilities.
- Managed operations of Apps Global Delivery Finance Team through effective hiring, coaching, and mentoring.
- Oversaw Global Delivery Finance Compliance team by delegating tasks and finalizing compliance reports.
- Monitored compliance processes to enhance controls on employee expenses and spend management.
WW Senior Financial Analyst
DXC Technology
Bangalore, India
03.2011 - 03.2015
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of financial year budgets and billing rates for each center.
- Analyzed monthly forecasts submitted by each center to ensure accuracy.
- Consolidated budgets and financial plans, reporting results at a worldwide level.
- Created executive presentations that highlighted strategic initiatives and performance insights.
- Ensured seamless financial operations for delivery center analysts to enhance efficiency.
Philippines Cluster Financial Analyst
DXC Technology
Taguig City, Philippines
11.2007 - 02.2011
- Prepared financial year budgets and billing rates for PH, NZ, and AU.
- Conducted monthly forecasts and variance analysis to identify discrepancies.
- Executed month-end close activities to ensure timely reporting.
- Reviewed financials with center leads and implemented cost control measures.
- Delivered annual Finance 101 training for delivery managers in Philippines cluster.
Operations Analyst
Oracle
Makati City, Philippines
09.2006 - 10.2007
- Executed variance analysis for revenue and expense forecasting.
- Monitored accounts receivable to ensure timely payments.
- Tracked revenue recognition and billing for all active projects.
- Conducted deep dive analyses and prepared management reports upon request.
- Performed routine month-end close activities to finalize financial data.
Business Analyst
Citibank, NA
Makati City, Philippines
09.2005 - 10.2006
- Conducted Regional Compliance Self-Assessment for Citibank Business Services in Asia Payables.
- Executed compliance review of transactions across Australia, Taiwan, Philippines, and Hong Kong.
- Processed Accounts Payable transactions for Australia to maintain financial accuracy.
- Ensured timely and accurate posting of all accruals and adjustments.
Corporate Senior Auditor
Century Canning Corporation
Pasig City, Philippines
11.2001 - 03.2005
- Assessed operations and evaluated adequacy of control systems.
- Identified key control points and established audit procedures.
- Conducted detailed testing of source documents to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Recommended corrective and preventive actions to address deficiencies in internal control systems.
- Reviewed audit reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Drafted comprehensive company policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
De La Salle University
Cavite, Philippines04-2000
Skills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Budget management and cost control
- Forecasting and scenario modeling
- Data visualization and presentation
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Leadership and strategic planning
- Attention to detail and compliance
Accomplishments
- ·“APJ Most Valuable Player (MVP)” award in 2012 at Singapore
- ·2H FY16 “Finance Manager Recognition” award
- ·Q3 FY16 “Leading the Way” award
- ·Q4 FY14 “Finance Leading the Way” award
- ·Q2 FY12 “Finance Quarterly Excellence” Team Award
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Philippines, 2001
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs4-day work weekLanguages
Tagalog
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager - FP&A
Hewlett-Packard Inc
02.2023 - Current
Principal Finance - Americas
DXC Technology
08.2016 - 02.2023
Finance & Compliance Manager
DXC Technology
04.2015 - 07.2016
WW Senior Financial Analyst
DXC Technology
03.2011 - 03.2015
Philippines Cluster Financial Analyst
DXC Technology
11.2007 - 02.2011
Operations Analyst
Oracle
09.2006 - 10.2007
Business Analyst
Citibank, NA
09.2005 - 10.2006
Corporate Senior Auditor
Century Canning Corporation
11.2001 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
De La Salle University
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