Agnes Zimmermann

 AGNES R. ZIMMERMANN, PhCPA Contact No.: - E-Mail:- Aspiring for a career in a highly reputable company as an auditor/financial accountant who provides value-added services to improve its risk management, controls and governance processes. EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Elementary EducationJune 1991 to March 1997Cuenca Central Elementary School Graduated with Honors Secondary EducationJune 1997 to March 2001Cuenca Institute Graduated with Honors College EducationJune 2001 to April 2005Batangas State University Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Consistent Dean’s Lister Recipient of Batangas Province School Board Scholarship Program PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (CPA) issued by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), Philippines in 2013. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE A CPA professional having more than 9 years of substantial experience in the field of audit rendering high-quality services to the satisfaction of the firm’s clientele. Presently associated with Odeh & Co., Certified Public Accountants, Abu Dhabi UAE as Auditor. Works closely with clients and is directly responsible in developing audit reports with comprehensive observations, analyses, conclusions and recommendations. Has extensive knowledge of the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Obtained practical knowledge in different accounting software e.g. Oracle, Peachtree, Quickbooks and Tally. Possesses sound leadership and interpersonal skills, having worked within audit engagement teams and as head of various organizational leadership positions. With high level of self-motivation, determination and confidence. Trained to work under pressure, meet deadlines and put extra hours when needed. CORE COMPETENCIES Financial Statement Audit: Performed financial statement audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing to test management assertions regarding the financial reports and properly support the audit opinion to be published. Operational Audit: Reviewed company’s effectiveness, efficiency and economy of operations to achieve its goals and objectives. Understood responsibilities and analyzed risks faced by the company and recommended actions to minimize risks at minimal level if not to eliminate it. Financial Reporting: Prepared comprehensive information in the financial reports in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards so that understanding and proper decisions can be made by management. Internal Controls: Assessed the adequacy and operating effectiveness of internal controls including IT Controls. Identified any control weakness and provide recommendations for improving controls to make the business more efficient and profitable in the long run. WORK EXPERIENCE February 2011 – July 2016: Odeh & Co., Certified Public Accountants, Abu Dhabi, UAE as Auditor Significant Highlights: Examined client’s financial statements to ensure that they are in conformity with applicable accounting standards. Evaluated client’s internal control, identified any control weakness and recommended areas for improvement concerning the reliability and integrity of financial information, efficiency and effectiveness of operations, compliance with laws and regulation and safeguarding of the company’s assets. Responsible for compilation and finalization of financial reports. Reviewed the client’s cash flow forecasting and liquidity management, portfolio management and periodic investment reporting to identify areas for improvement. Completed all allocated engagements within required time, budget and quality standard. Successfully finished engagements involving checking of client’s financial records, bookkeeping and accounting methods to identify efficiency improvements that can maximize their profitability. Involved in financial reporting, risk management and compiling reports of audit results to senior managers. Industries of clients handled include colleges and universities, medical and pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, poultry, investment trading, insurance brokerage, conglomerates and other services. April 2005 to December 2010: RB ALVAREZ ACCOUNTING OFFICE, PHILIPPINES AS HEAD AUDITOR Significant Highlights: Responsible for the resolution of audit and accounting issues and handled client presentations and discussion of audit results. Lead person in identifying business improvement opportunities in client operations. Responsible for the conduct of the audit field work including timing, staff scheduling, client coordination and inter office reporting and correspondences. Prepared/ reviewed audit work programs, audit reports, financial statements and income tax returns, SEC and other government required reports, management letters. Reviewed and evaluated client’s control processes and accounting procedures and provided recommendations. BOOKKEEPING AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES Significant Highlights: Journalize company’s verified transactions to accounting software and make sure each transaction of sale, purchase, receipt and payment are properly supported with documents. Prepare various reports including monthly and quarterly financial statements, income and expense statement, monthly cash flows. Monthly cash and expenditure budgets to be submitted to the client. Prepare monthly reconciliation of cash in bank and financial statements accounts. IT SKILLS MS Office Tools (Word, Excel & PowerPoint). Internet & E-mail Applications. - PERSONAL INFORMATION Date of Birth:2 August 1984 Place of Birth:Ibabao, Cuenca, Batangas, Philippines Languages Known:English, Filipino (Tagalog) and basic German Nationality:Filipino Passport No.:EB- Visa Status:Residence SKILLS AND INTERESTS Proficient in English and Filipino, and currently improving my skills in German language. Excellent in public relations and working in teams and can also work efficiently with or without direct supervision. Works well under pressure. Flexible and easy to adapt. Experienced in multi tasking. Detail oriented and self motivated. Other interests: Reading general knowledge materials; travel and geography.