Marifi Calleon

MARIFI A. CALLEON Accountant / Bookkeeper Address: 1513 Uranus St., Constellation Homes, Brgy. San Isidro, Angono, Rizal 1930, Philippines Mobile phone: - Skype: marifi.calleon PROFILE Seasoned accountant with knowledge and skills in all areas of general and cost accounting. Has exposure to trading and manufacturing industries. Detail-oriented and highly organized with a strong foundation in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and cost analysis. Seeking a position to leverage my technical skills, analytical abilities, and passion for accuracy to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic organization. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Sta. Mesa, Manila, Philippines 1983 to 1987 SKILLS Accounting Software: Proficient in Netsuite. Basic knowledge of QuickBooks and Xero Financial Reporting: Skilled in preparing financial statements, balance sheets, income statements. Microsoft Excel: Advanced knowledge of Excel functions (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Formulas) Bookkeeping: Experience with accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliation. Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret financial data and identify trends. Time Management: Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration. WORK EXPERIENCE Freelance Bookkeeper to direct client: 2021 to present Keble’s Trading Pty Ltd. - Victoria, Australia Leading supplier of building and industrial components. Position/Title: Bookkeeper (using Netsuite) Freelance Bookkeeper in Upwork and Hubstaff.com - 2015 to 2020 List of clients: 1. Apr 2019 to Dec 2020 Ishka Handcrafts - Clayton, Australia Retail stores and online sales of hand crafts, furniture, jewelry and fashion from around the world. Position/Title: Accounts Officer – Sales and bank reconciliation using Netsuite 2. Sep 2015 to Aug 2019 Keble’s Trading Pty Ltd. - Victoria, Australia Leading supplier of building and industrial components. Position/Title: Bookkeeper (using Netsuite) 3. Jan 2017 to Feb 2018 Dealers United in Sarasota, Florida, USA - car dealer Position/Title: Bookkeeper (using Netsuite) 4. Mar 2016 to Jan 2017 Faster Forward in Paris, France - English training company Position/Title: General accounting and CRM input 5. Oct 2015 to Jan 2018 BWT Enterprises in East Brisbane, Queensland, Australia - Design and distribution company specializing in product development and distribution of lifestyle fashion products including head wear, apparel and accessories. Position/Title: Netsuite Database Management HZSC Realty Corp. - Makati City, Philippines An Architectural firm engage in landscape design, development and management. Finance and Admin. Head Jun 2006 – Jan 2015 Bookkeeping Bank reconciliation Financial statements preparation and analysis Handling of government reports (BIR, SEC, SSS, Philhealth, HDMF) Payroll management In charge in Treasury Human Resources (recruitment and HR management) Administrative functions (assistance to the company President like meeting schedules, client presentation, flight bookings, personal bank transaction assistance among others) General Motors (Thailand) Limited - Rayong, Thailand A multinational corporation which manufactures Chevrolet cars and trucks, a subsidiary of General Motors Corporation. Sr. Inventory Analyst Apr 2005 – Aug 2005 All inventory transactions Inventory forecast, budget and analysis Regular inventory physical count and reconciliation Coordinate with Production, General Store and Product Line Profitability team on issues regarding inventories Coleman Powermate International Inc. Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines An American multinational corporation engaged in wholesale and distribution of Coleman Powermate generators, pressure washers, compressors and air tools in the Asia Pacific Region. It continues the operation of Australian Coleman Inc. after it closed in 2002. Accountant Apr 2002 – Mar 2005 Handles both cost and general accounting functions. All inventory transactions Inventory forecast, budget and analysis Regular inventory physical count and reconciliation Coordinate with Production and Warehouse on issues regarding inventories All activities for Accounts Receivable and local invoicing Credit investigation for prospective customers/dealers Processing of Accounts Payable (Trade and non-trade) Government remittances and reports Assist in financial statements preparation Administrative functions (assistance to the Country Manager like meeting schedules, client presentation, flight bookings, personal bank transactions assistance among others) Australian Coleman, Inc. Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines An American multinational corporation engaged in wholesale and distribution of Coleman, Timberland, Sunbeam, Camping Gaz and First Alert products in the Asia Pacific Region. Cost Accountant Jun 2001 – Mar 2002 Accomplished the necessary functions and management of the following areas resulting to system re-alignment and development: All inventory transactions Inventory forecast, budget and analysis Regular inventory physical count and reconciliation Coordinate with Production and Warehouse on issues regarding inventories Global Brands Co. Inc. Ortigas Avenue Extension, Cainta, Rizal, Philippines A local subsidiary of PPM Ventures, a British multinational corporation, that bought the chemical manufacturing, apparel, and distribution businesses of A Brown Chemical Corporation in the Philippines. Cost Accountant Oct 2000 to May 2001 Maintained the delivery of the following functions hand-in-hand with the transition in system and management after the buy-out of A Brown Chemical Corporation. Ÿ All inventory and LC transactions Ÿ Inventory forecast, budget and analysis Ÿ Regular physical count and reconciliation Ÿ Coordinate with Production and Warehouse on issues regarding inventories A Brown Chemical Corporation Ortigas Avenue Extension, Cainta, Rizal and Tanay, Rizal, Philippines One of six major groups of a well-known conglomerate engaged in the manufacturing of chemicals and consumer-based products, energy, real estate development, leisure and recreation, agri-business and other services. Cost Accountant May 1991 to Oct 2000 Maintained the following functions and formed part of the accounting team that developed and instilled the necessary improvements in the accounting system. All inventory and LC transactions Inventory forecast, budget and analysis Regular physical count and reconciliation Coordinate with Production and Warehouse on issues regarding inventories Accounting Assistant / BookkeeperJan 1991 to May 1991 Handles the withdrawal, deposit, and subsidiary ledger of the employees’ fund. Maintains accountability list of employees. Handles fixed asset lapsing schedules. Conducts fixed asset count. Prepares entries to depreciation and fixed assets. Handles bank reconciliation. Encoding of entries in the computerized system. Expense analysis (General, Admin., and Selling) ECP Haute Fashion Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines A family corporation engaged in retail and wholesale of apparel and other line of clothing. AccountantDec 1988 to Dec 1990 Responsible for the following functions: Ÿ Bookkeeping Ÿ Costing of imported goods. Ÿ Monitoring of goods under consignment. Ÿ Preparation of Financial Statements SM Shoemart Inc. Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines A world-class chain of mall. Accounting ClerkMay 1988 to Nov 1988 Responsible for the following functions: Ÿ Encoding of consignment sales. Ÿ Reconciling with Consignors. Cinderella Marketing Corp. EDSA, Quezon City, Philippines A well-known chain of fashion store Accounting ClerkOct 1987 to Apr 1988 Responsible for the following functions Ÿ Costing of imported goods Ÿ Transfer of goods to Merchandisers for selling price computation and distribution to different branches.