Mar Torres

I am a highly skilled and detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience managing finance and accounting operations across Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. With a strong understanding of each country's regulatory frameworks, tax laws, payroll systems, and reporting standards, I bring a comprehensive and regionally adaptable approach to financial management.

1. Regional Accounting Operations

• Oversee full set of accounts including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, and month-end/year-end closing for multiple entities across Southeast Asia.
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), and Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS).

2. Payroll Management

• Administer end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring timely salary disbursement, statutory contributions (e.g., CPF in SG, EPF/SOCSO in MY, SSS/Pag-IBIG/PhilHealth in PH), and annual tax filings.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with local labor laws and employment regulations, handling multi-country payroll cycles seamlessly.

3. Taxation & Compliance

• Handle GST submissions (Singapore & Malaysia), VAT compliance (Philippines), corporate income tax filings, and liaise with tax agents or auditors during statutory audits.
• Ensure timely submission of statutory reports to relevant government bodies such as IRAS (Singapore), LHDN (Malaysia), and BIR (Philippines).

4. Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Prepare monthly and quarterly budget forecasts, variance analysis, and cost control strategies to ensure financial efficiency.
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and business sustainability across different branches and projects.

5. Systems & Tools

• Proficient in accounting software such as Xero and Excel (advanced functions).
• Experience with payroll platforms and integration of financial systems for consolidated reporting and automation.