Merlyn B. Estrella

MERLYN B. ESTRELLA 3 Browninglane St., Oaks Residences, Sitio Munting Dilao Bry. San Isidro, Cainta, Rizal 1900, Philippines- Mobile No: - An Accounting Professional with over 17 years work experience in various companies. Excellent knowledge in terms of hotel operations with a total of 9 years work experience in different areas of accounting. Managed to deliver various financial reports such as Financial Statements, Budget, Forecast and other key performance metrics that will assist management in overall strategic direction. Performed analytical review in Balance Sheet and P&L accounts. Knowledgeable in government reportorial requirements and tax compliance. Going the extra mile by doing things beyond the normal call of duties (Oct.2010 IHG Finance Heroes Awardee, May 2013 & Jul. 2013 IHG Bravo Awardee) Encourages team to perform and work together to achieve common goal (Dec. 2014, Aug. 2017, Oct. 2017 Way To Go Awardee) Provided ways to improve the process for better output (Dec. 2015 Way To Go Awardee) Assisted KL Tower in pre-opening set up including integration of PMS to Back Office accounting, budget allocation, securing licenses, Policies & Procedures, etc. Achieved 90% controls assessment compliance conducted by the Managing company (HII) in year 2017 Global Lines Engineering and Network Services (family business) Accountant: March 2018 – Present (1 yr. & 3 mos.) Facilitate preparation of Financial Reports and analysis Ensure compliance with government agencies such as BIR, LGU, SSS, Philhealth KL Tower Serviced Residences Finance Manager: July 2014 – February 2018 (3 yrs. & 8 mos.) Manage overall finance operations including Accounts Payable, Credit and Collection, General Cashiering, Purchasing and Income Audit. Responsible for preparation of Financial Reports and other key performance metrics to assist management in overall strategic direction Manage the preparation of budget and financial forecast Provide benchmarking studies for operational improvement. Ensure that adequate policies and procedures are in place for efficient workflow Ensure that internal controls are in place and conduct control assessment. Ensure that sufficient funds are available both for operational and capital requirements. Lead, motivate, and directly coach team in order to achieve better result InterContinental Hotels Group (for Holiday Inns Phils. Inc. & IHC Phil. Branch) Accounting Specialist: November 2011 – August 2013 (1 yr. & 10 mos.) Facilitate finalization of 2 branch foreign corporation’s audited financial statements. Worked in close coordination with, IHG tax team, IHG statutory reporting, external auditors and liaised any updates and issues raised for the completion of audit requirements. Assist in other branch issues (i.e. municipal taxes, local taxes, change in branch registered address). InterContinental Hotels Group (for Holiday Inns Phils. Inc. & IHC Phil. Branch) Consultant: December 2010 – July 2011 (8 mos.) Facilitate finalization of 2 branch foreign corporation’s audited financial statements from 2002 to 2010. InterContinental Manila, Makati City. Income Auditor: July 2010 – November 2010 (5 mos.) Perform daily audit of banquet functions and investigate any discrepancies noted. Conduct monthly spot check and cash count for all cashiers. Ensure that F&B revenue are taken up timely and accurately by daily audit of hotel outlets’ transactions Prepare monthly VAT returns and reconciliations InterContinental Manila, Makati City. General Accountant: August 2008 – June 2010 (1 yr. & 11 mos.) Perform analysis of all balance sheet accounts by preparation of monthly account reconciliations and actions accordingly. Responsible for the completion of month end closing Prepare monthly Financial Statements including other financial results and key performance metrics Prepare monthly and quarterly report for submission to regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance on reportorial requirements and taxes. Provide support to Owners and Department Heads in the analysis of P&L variances Worked with external auditors for completion of interim and year-end audit requirements InterContinental Manila, Makati City. Credit and Collection Supervisor: May 2008 – July 2008 (3 mos.) Respond to and resolve account in conjunction with Accounts Receivable. Ensure the timely billing of accounts Ensure that all credit card settlements are accounted for and settled by the credit card company. InterContinental Manila, Makati City. Executive Secretary for Finance: September 2005 – April 2008 (2 yrs & 8 mos.) Provide administrative support to the Director of Finance (DOF) Monitor timely filing and compliance of taxes and licenses and other government requirements Coordinate with the lawyers for hotel cases requirements and updates InterContinental Manila, Makati City. Finance Officer (Accounts Payable) May 2005 – August 2005 (4 mos.) Check accuracy of charges and entries inputted by the Receiving Clerk Record and process payment of goods and services Reconcile suppliers’ statements and investigate any discrepancies Respond to suppliers’ query Power Memory Franchising Inc., Pasig City. Accountant: August 2003 – April 2005 (5 mos.) Facilitate preparation of Financial Statements Review cash flows Assist top level management in business analysis AstraZeneca Employees Credit Cooperative., Paranaque City. Accounting Assistant: August 2003 – November 2004 (1 yr & 3 mos.) Facilitate processing of loans Prepare monthly bank reconciliation Petty cash custodian Prepare bookkeeping entries Homeworld Shopping Corporation, Metro Manila. Accounting Assistant: November 2000 – November 2002 (2 yrs & 1 mo.) Analyze and deal with branch accounting issues Responsible for semi-annual physical count and analyze inventory variances Prepare sales report, inventory report and other report pertaining to branch performance Cazemart Inc., Pasig City. Credit and Collection Assistant: May 2000 – October 2000 (6 mos.) Responsible for updating credit and collection information Assisted full charged AR Specialist in the following up of accounts already due for collection. Polytechnic University of the Philippines Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, May 1999. NamePosition/CompanyContact No. Monica PunzalanGeneral Manager-KL Tower Serviced ResidencesMobile#- Dexter MoyaVP – Travellers International Hotel Group Inc.Mobile#- Rey Domingo Jr.Grp. Director of Finance – Global One Hotel Inc.Mobile#-