Meldred Paglinawan
Port Jefferson Station
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with extensive experience in account management and reconciliation. Demonstrated ability to achieve results through effective maintenance of accounts payable. Skilled in Microsoft Office and accounting software, with strong analytical and mathematical capabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Accountant
T. Realty Management Inc.
08.2019 - Current
- Monitored utilities consumption for water and electricity to optimize resources.
- Processed vendor payables, ensuring timely and accurate payments to maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Reconciled security deposits to maintain financial integrity.
- Verified invoice documentation for compliance, facilitating efficient payment processing.
- Journalized entries to maintain up-to-date financial records.
- Analyzed tenant accounts using BJ Murray software for accurate record-keeping.
- Oversaw petty cash transactions, maintaining accurate records and ensuring accountability.
- Performed administrative duties to support operations.
Accountant/AP
T.Realty Management
05.2019 - Current
- Reviewed invoices for proper documentation, enabling timely payment processing.
- Analyzed tenant accounts for accuracy and compliance, ensuring reliable financial reporting.
- Maintained files and documentation per company policy and accounting practices, supporting audit readiness.
- Managed scheduling and communications for the CFO's office.
Financial Assistant
Big Bus Tours
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Reconciled agent and trade party sales to ensure accurate records.
- Issued promissory notes for agents to facilitate transactions.
- Banked agents' sales using ECR system for streamlined processing.
- Adjusted journal entries to uphold financial accuracy, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Investigated shortages and overages, implementing corrective actions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Analyzed transaction annulments to identify causes, facilitating improvements in transaction processes.
- Resolved issues following in-depth system investigations.
- Issued petty cash to manage minor expenditures efficiently.
Auditor
H.U. Santos, CPA and Associates
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Conducted audits of client financial statements to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Analyzed client organizational structures, operations, and financial reporting practices to identify areas for compliance improvement.
- Identified expected and unexpected variances in account balances through detailed analysis to enhance financial accuracy.
- Conducted physical inventory observations to verify accuracy and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
- Confirmed accounts receivable with third parties to enhance reliability of financial data.
Center Accountant
Bbraun Avitum Philippines
10.2013 - 04.2014
- Prepared and analyzed transaction journal entries in SAP accounting software, enhancing financial reporting accuracy.
- Managed accounts receivables, improving cash flow by ensuring timely collection of outstanding payments.
- Executed petty cash replenishments and liquidated expenses, maintaining budget accuracy and control.
- Conducted early inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
Parts Accountant
Toyota
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Verified delivered parts against purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance for inventory management.
- Prepared journal entries for billing and mid-year inventory, facilitating accurate tax filing.
- Managed financial records for accurate reporting and compliance.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for internal review and analysis.
- Conducted audits to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Washington, DC01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
St. Vincent De Ferrer College of Camarin Inc.
San Vicente Ferrer St., Camarin, Caloocan City01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting
University of Makati
Makati, Philippines01.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Excel and Office
- Customer service
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Auditing and account reconciliation
- Invoice processing and balancing
- Journal entry management
- Data analysis
- Vendor management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Administrative support
- Bank reconciliation
- Budget forecasting
- Tenant account analysis
Certification
The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers - National Institute of Accounting Technicians, 393929/20145523
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Full Professional
Accomplishments
Graduate with Distinction (2021-2024)
Affiliations
Rover Scouts in the Philippines (2010)
Timeline
Accountant
T. Realty Management Inc.
08.2019 - Current
Accountant/AP
T.Realty Management
05.2019 - Current
Financial Assistant
Big Bus Tours
05.2016 - 10.2018
Auditor
H.U. Santos, CPA and Associates
02.2015 - 05.2015
Center Accountant
Bbraun Avitum Philippines
10.2013 - 04.2014
Parts Accountant
Toyota
06.2013 - 08.2013
Master of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
St. Vincent De Ferrer College of Camarin Inc.
Bachelor of Science - Management Accounting
University of Makati