Leah Cortez
Bookkeeper | Payroll Specialist
Philippines | Tel: - | E-mail:-
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist with over six years of experience in financial
management, payroll processing, and administrative support. QuickBooks Online Certified and
proficient in handling end-to-end payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting. Adept at
streamlining processes, ensuring accuracy, and improving workflow efficiency.
Professional Experience
Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant
Prince Emporium Pte. Ltd. | Singapore (Nov 2023 - Oct 2024)
- Managed bookkeeping, recorded financial transactions, reconciled accounts, and prepared reports.
- Monitored accounts receivable/payable, ensuring timely payments and accurate documentation.
- Assisted with GST preparation and tax compliance, ensuring accurate reporting.
- Generated weekly inventory and sales reports for management decision-making.
Administrative Assistant (Finance & Accounting)
Department of Education | Philippines (Jun 2019 - Oct 2023)
- Managed payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary disbursement.
- Maintained financial records and assisted in fund liquidation reporting.
- Implemented an automated payroll system, reducing processing time by 15%.
Sales & Finance Manager
Bobby Marketing | Philippines (Nov 2014 - May 2018)
- Supervised financial records, bookkeeping, and expense tracking.
- Developed sales strategies, increasing monthly sales by 10%.
- Managed accounts receivable/payable and ensured tax compliance.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy - Cor Jesu College (2004)
QuickBooks Online Certified - ADMT Virtual Assistance Training Services (2024)
Software Proficiency
QuickBooks Online (Certified), Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets
Key Skills & Competencies
- General Accounting & Bookkeeping: A/P, A/R, Payroll, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Reporting
- Financial Reporting: Budgeting, Expense Management, Tax & GST Filings
- Process Improvement: Automation, Record-Keeping Enhancements, Reducing Processing Time
- Administrative Support: Document Management, Data Entry, Email Handling, CRM
- Audit Support & Compliance: Internal & External Audits, Financial Regulations
