Niña Tapongot

• Led team development bytraining and onboarding new members, whilecreating updated
accounts payable processguidelinesthat improved efficiencyand accuracy.
• Maintained high data integritybyconsistentlyupdating vendor information in thesystem,
including sensitivedetailssuch as new bankaccounts, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Stepped into leadership responsibilities byoverseeing team operationsand managing theshared
mailbox in the absenceoftheteam lead, ensuring seamlessworkflowcontinuity.
• Improved financial performance byreducing late payments by25%through diligent monitoring of
duedatesand proactive payment management.
• Negotiated costsavings, securing a 50% reduction in supplier interestcharges, directly
contributing to improved profitability.
• Strengthened audit readiness bymaintaining well-organized recordsand promptlyaddressing
auditor inquiries, ensuring compliance and transparency.
• Built strong supplier relationships byactivelyparticipating in monthlysupplier meetings, fostering
collaboration and trust.
• Optimized cash flow managementthrough strategicscheduling ofvendor payments, balancing
operational needswith financial stability.
• Managed high-volumeoperations, processing paymentsfor200+suppliers, ensuring accuracy,
timeliness, and professionalism in transactions.

• Reviewed andvalidatedvendor invoicestoensurecompliancewith documentation standardsand
accuracypriorto payment, safeguarding financial integrity.
• Enhanced efficiencyin invoice processing bymeticulouslymatching invoiceswith purchaseorders
and receipts, streamlining workflowsand reducing turnaround times.
• Collaborated cross-functionallywith procurement, finance, and operationsteamsto resolve
discrepancies, fostering smooth businessoperationsand stronger interdepartmental communication.
• Implemented a double-checksystem forall outgoing payments, significantlyreducing processing
errorsand reinforcing accountabilitywithin the accounts payablefunction.
• Demonstrated adaptabilityduring peakworkload periods, maintaining high-qualityresults, meeting
tightdeadlines, and supporting team performance under pressure.
• Maintained accuratefinancial recordsthrough regular reconciliation ofaccounts payable
transactions, ensuring compliance and readinessforaudits.
• Leveraged technologytoolssuch asGTM and Microsoft365to inputfinancial data, generate
detailed reports, and support informed decision-making.
• Strengthenedvendor relationships byconsistentlydelivering timelypayments, addressing concerns
proactively, and participating in supplierdiscussionsto build trustand collaboration.
• Contributed tooperational excellence bycombining technical expertisewith problem-solving skills,
ensuring financial accuracywhilesupporting organizational goals.

Key member of the month-end closing team, preparing essential financial documents to ensure accuracy,
compliance, and timelyreporting.
Managed complex financial operations, including monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheets, fixed asset
reports, andjournalvouchers, ensuring precision and reliabilityin financial data.
Led month-end closing activitiesfor twoASEAN countries, demonstrating adaptability and strong leadership
in managing diversefinancial requirementsacross multiplejurisdictions.
Oversaw daily bank clearing operations and monitored the teams balance sheettracker, ensuring all reports
were completed on time and proactivelyaddressing potential delays.
Provided leadershipsupportacrossASEAN countries, serving as backup byuploading reportsto Blackline and
performing general ledger (GL) clearing, reinforcing team efficiencyand regional collaboration.
Strengthened international client relationships by conducting monthly meetings with foreign clients,
discussing reportsand progress updates, and maintaining clear, professional communication.
Ensured operational excellence by proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies, minimizing risks, and
supporting smooth financial processesacross multipleteams.
Demonstrated leadership under pressure, maintaining accuracy and timeliness during peak closing periods
while guiding theteam toward successful outcomes.
Contributed to organizational success by combining technical expertise, cross-border collaboration, and
leadershipskillstodeliver reliablefinancial reporting and fostertrustwith stakeholders.
Built a reputation for accountability and precision, consistently delivering high-quality results while
supporting both team membersand management in achieving financial goals.