Candidate No. 604402
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Jonathan

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Skills

★★★ Advanced:

Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Financial Reports, more

★★ Intermediate:

Accounting Software, Accounting Reconciliation, Construction accounting, Operations Management, more

Hourly Rate Gauge

Today's value  AUD $21.45

$18.63

if $ 1 = PHP 42

$24.12

if $ 1 = PHP 30
Currency Fluctuation Range

*includes service fee. Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate, and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

Employment Preferences

Availability:

 Part Time Full Time

Preferred Timezone:

Australian Western Standard Time, Australian Central Standard Time, Australian Eastern Standard Time

Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

Part Time: AUD $21.45 per hour or $1859.12 per month
Full Time: AUD $21.45 per hour or $3718.23 per month

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses
Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Jonathan has extensive experience in finance and accounting across various industries, holding senior-level positions such as Financial Operations and Controller Manager, Senior Financial Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and Operations Manager. With over 20 years of experience, Jonathan has a proven track record in financial management, strategic planning, and process improvement.

Key Strengths:

  1. Diverse Industry Experience: Jonathan has worked across industries such as industrial equipment, construction, food and beverage, consumer products, and manufacturing. This versatility demonstrates his adaptability to different business models and environments.

  2. Advanced Financial Management: He has a high level of expertise in financial planning, financial reporting, and accounting management. Jonathan led the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), cash flow management, and budget forecasts in several roles, significantly improving financial performance and compliance.

  3. Leadership & Team Management: Jonathan has extensive experience in leading finance and accounting teams, providing mentorship and driving cross-functional collaboration. He has led both remote and in-person teams and implemented upskilling programs to improve team performance.

  4. Process Improvement: He has consistently improved operational efficiency by automating financial processes and identifying and resolving discrepancies in financial records. At Teknik Food Equipment and Technical Services, he managed to clean up 18 months' worth of transactions in just 3 months, streamlining operations and addressing tax inconsistencies.

  5. Strategic Financial Initiatives: Jonathan’s ability to drive cost-saving initiatives is notable. For example, he developed a cost-saving strategy at Magic Melt Foods, Inc. that improved profitability by 20% through supply chain optimization.

Areas for Consideration:

  • Intermediate Proficiency in Accounting Tools: Jonathan rates himself as intermediate in specific accounting tools like software and reconciliation. While his advanced financial management skills compensate for this, depending on the specific tools required by the employer, some upskilling may be needed.

  • Industry-Specific Experience: His experience, while broad, does not indicate deep exposure to certain industries that might be essential depending on the job requirements. This could require further inquiry based on the industry focus of the role.

Conclusion:

Jonathan is a highly experienced financial leader with a solid track record of improving financial processes, driving team performance, and implementing strategic initiatives. His ability to work across various industries and manage large financial operations positions him as a strong candidate for senior accounting and finance roles. His leadership capabilities, combined with his strategic thinking and hands-on approach to financial management, make him well-suited for senior roles in finance.

Employment History
Financial Operations and Controller Manager | Full Remote
Industry:Heavy Industrial / Machinery / EquipmentEmployment Period:January 2022 to October 2024 (33 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Develop and implement financial management strategy including risk management, investment analysis and capital budgeting, supporting the business objectives and organize and lead the finance function, including Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury, Procurement and Tax. • Completed a clean-up catch up 18 months un-updated transactions in a span of 3 months and provide a comprehensive financial analysis to assess the company's performance. This analysis led to a strategic recommendations for enhancement, such as addressing inconsistencies and rectifying erroneous tax errors. • Lead financial planning, financial statements analysis, including the development of KPIs and appropriate business analysis, revenue projections and forecasting processes, and optimise cash flow management, including cash reserves and working capital. • Lead, mentor and upskill the finance team, collaborate with various cross- functional team, and function as appropriate for a fast-growing and expanding business.
Senior Financial Controller | Part-time Remote
Industry:Construction / Building / EngineeringEmployment Period:March 2022 to June 2024 (27 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Conducts monthly analysis of company's financial performance, balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, and other necessary analyses. Assesses, evaluates and provides insight and recommendations to the financial performance of the company with regards to its short-term, medium-term, and long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts. • Evaluates and implement strategies to optimize the Company's working capital, including managing accounts payable and receivable, inventory levels, and cash conversion cycles. • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for streamlining processes and increasing productivity. Implement methodologies to eliminate waste and improve overall operational efficiency. • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of implemented process improvements. Monitor and report regularly on performance metrics, identifying trends and areas requiring further attention.
Chief Financial Officer | Proprietor
Industry:Food & Beverage / Catering / RestaurantEmployment Period:June 2018 to December 2021 (42 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Established a detailed analysis of the cost and revenue of menu items which are opportunity areas for profit enhancement and were not contributing to the overall revenue. Strategic actions made were price adjustments, serving sizes, evaluation on ingredients which maximize profits to 35% while maintaining customer passion and satisfaction. • Orchestrated the comprehensive management, supervision, and hiring and training of 7 employees, proactively instilling expertise in restaurant and burger shop procedures, safety protocols, and effective public relations practices. Successfully fulfilled operational management duties encompassing bookkeeping, data entry, inventory management, and accounts payable/receivable and operating expenses, resulting in a 30% increase in transaction processing efficiency to accommodate the company's growth.
Operations Manager | Export Sales and Marketing Manager
Industry:Consumer Products / FMCGEmployment Period:June 2010 to June 2018 (96 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:KEY ACHIEVEMENT STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP ACQUISITION • Demonstrated exceptional negotiation prowess by securing a lucrative partnership deal with a prominent Japanese Export Buyer. Successfully orchestrated regular monthly shipments of 2x20-foot containers, resulting an impressive 17% surge in sales revenue. • Engineered an extraordinary 420% increase in throughput, surpassing targeted benchmarks over the years. Masterfully negotiated trade accounts controls, cultivating partnerships with a vast network of 2,500 convenience stores in the Philippines. INNOVATIVE PRODUCT LAUNCH LEADERSHIP • Spearheaded the triumphant launch of our flagship product, the cream cheese brownie, following 2 years of meticulous planning. Oversaw end-to-end innovation processes, prototype development, packaging design, pricing strategy, FDA approval, and commercialization, played a pivotal role in every stage of the process. OPERATIONAL DISCREPANCY RESOLUTION • Unearthed a significant back-office operations issue involving inaccurately recorded uncollectible deliveries (FMCG) totaling to $ 22,500 to a Key Account Supermarket over 1 year. This revelation imposed matters correcting transaction procedure, prompting corrective actions for resolution. DYNAMIC BUDGETARY MANAGEMENT • Engineered a financial modeling analysis applied in Budget Management System, meticulously monitoring and tracking organizational revenue and expenditure. Implemented a comprehensive weekly analysis of current spending, categorized purchases, and closely monitored cash flow financial reports. Successfully managed and eradicated a 100% shortfall in cashflows, ensuring sustained financial stability over the years. ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS • Calculated overall supply chain costs by 20%, not only improved company’s profitability but also enhanced its competitiveness in the market. Negotiation with suppliers, optimizing transportation routes, and implementing lean warehousing practices are among the identified areas that were potential cost savings measures. • Carried-out an annual outbound business mission and market research plan to identify potential export markets and target countries. As a result, our customer base expanded into an average of 5 potential clients in regions such as the Middle East, South Africa, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and more. • Implemented a strong performance evaluation framework which identify underperforming workforce by fostering a committed and high performing work culture through targeted training and skill enhancement programs. In effect, the objective was further met by 30% increase in productivity. • Acted an in-depth break-even analysis on new market demand product lines both local and export and on existing product lines thru evaluation of direct cost controls, variable cost and other mitigating cost as a guiding strategic pricing decisions. Analysis were continually executed for a period of 6-month following an increase of $ 2,500 in profitability while regularly examined manufacturing process improvements and innovation. • Develop and implemented a customer onboarding manual for franchisee’s, standardizing the process, policies, and reducing customer drop-outs by 20% within the first 3 months, while also offering personalized communications service to prioritize larger presentations.
Corporate Planning Manager
Industry:Construction / Building / EngineeringEmployment Period:June 2010 to June 2015 (60 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:The Corporate Planning Manager played a pivotal role in the Budget Builders Group of Companies, served as the core hub for strategic thinking and decision-making to positively influence team members and stakeholders with a vision to drive growth and maximize profit. Among the affiliate companies, Magic Melt Foods stands as one of them. • Directed the development and implementation of comprehensive sales incentive program, identify SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunities, threats) analysis thru flexible short and long- term strategic plans resulting in increase in revenue within 6 months. • Spearhead and conduct weekly performance management meetings for the Manager’s Committee in promoting recognition and decision-making among departmental managers and key officers. This effective approach resulted in enhanced communication and alignment in strategic initiatives. • Implemented a Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and enhance cost efficiency, leading to noteworthy 15% improvement in overall profitability. • Reviewed monthly budget variances during business assessments with an impartial goal of between 20% and 35% of total revenue and put forward actionable recommendations to improve financial roadmap.
Finance and Accounting Manager
Industry:Manufacturing / ProductionEmployment Period:December 2008 to May 2010 (17 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Successfully reconcile 100% all tax documentation controls pertaining to business operations compliance which resulted free from legal issues. • Expedites reversal of year-to-year margin declines in Risk Control practice among affiliate companies, raising margin by 1.75%. Assessed revenue and resource utilization via Activity Based Costing (ABC) analysis; results were leveraged to pilot strategy and reorganize market offer and services. • Established payment terms and discount to regular vendors which gained beneficial to the company and reduced 20% monthly payable disbursements.
Dept Head/ Accounting Team Leader
Industry:Electrical & ElectronicsEmployment Period:September 2006 to October 2008 (25 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:Manage Finance and Accounting Tasks • Valued as 100% fully complied with Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP) Standards, resulting in zero audit findings by the Bureau of Internal Revenue during a period of my tenure, whereby implemented internal controls, reducing discrepancies by 25% thru accounting process automations and mitigating compliance risks. • Successfully piloted the migration of financial systems new real-time insights software development to a more efficient enterprise resource planning (ERP) accounting software, enabling reduction from 10-day to 5-day full cycle automation. • Enforced a dynamic collection strategy that reduces overdue accounts receivable by 50% thru incentive payment options, automated invoicing process, and credit evaluation.
Dept Head/ Senior Financial Accountant
Industry:Manufacturing / ProductionEmployment Period:March 2004 to September 2006 (30 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:Manage Finance (Controller) and Accounting Tasks • Identified several applicable tax credits resulting in tax savings totaling over $5,000 yearly in filing income tax returns while maintaining financial policies through careful transactions management and recognition. • Created a conducive work environment that fostered productivity and individual responsibility that was instrumental in reducing overtime by 10%. • Acted a comprehensive evaluation of vendor invoices transactions, successfully renegotiating payment terms and discounts that led to a 15% cost reduction in procurement.
Financial Analyst
Industry:Arts / Design / FashionEmployment Period:November 2000 to February 2004 (39 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Leveraged both cost of goods sold (cogs) and analyzed operational expense (opex) as optimization strategy which translated into 15% reduction in production costs and increased gross profit margins pushing the company’s sustainable growth over time. • Successfully implemented a comprehensive financial forecasting model that integrated data from multiple sources, such as sales projections, budgetary constraints, and market trends. This dynamic model allowed for scenario planning and sensitivity analysis, enabling our team to accurately predict future financial performance and make informed strategic decisions. • Created and maintained a tracking system database in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP’s, XLOOKUP’s, Pivot Table) to identify trends and increase the efficiency of high-level charge analysis and pricing projects.
Internal Auditor
Industry:General & Wholesale TradingEmployment Period:July 1996 to June 1999 (35 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:KEY ACHIEVEMENT FRAUD DETECTION AND PREVENTION • Uncovered intentional and misappropriation during a spot audit, revealing fraudulent activities related to a spot cash transaction exceeding $ 57k. Detected the deliberate misreporting of the transaction by an alleged Customer Sales Representative (CSR), leading to the exposure of fraudulent activities. ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENT • Responsible for examining and enhancing operating practices, as well as evaluating and improving financial and risk management processes within the organization, resulting in improved operational efficiency and risk mitigation. • Initiate a comprehensive thorough 10-day audit time-frame across all business branches nationwide and financing activities, analyzing their operations and identifying areas for improvement. This led to operational efficiency and compliance in adherence to audit standard regulations. • Provide professional assistance and support to Internal Audit Management in the formulation and prepare annual audit plans and programs ensuring alignment of internal controls and policies and regulatory guidelines.
Branch Supervisor
Industry:General & Wholesale TradingEmployment Period:October 1993 to June 1996 (32 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:KEY ACHIEVEMENT • Develop and collaborate a customer-obsessed transaction work approach within the branch, ensuring that all team members support customer needs and exceeds expectations, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and recognition. • Regularly review monthly financial performance, sales targets and overall profitability of the branch through team effort. This involves closely monitoring key financial metrics, analyzing sales data, implementing strategies and marketing campaign to maximize revenue and minimize costs. • Successfully implemented and identified underperforming products thru sales trend analysis and strategic pricing adjustments which led to a 10% increase in sales. • Conquered the challenged of achieving a sales rate below 85% was navigated and lead a highly driven team and driving sales expansion. The outcome not only surpassed the sales objective but also sustained the achievement of sales targets for a consecutive period of 6 months.
Accounting Clerk
Industry:Consumer Products / FMCGEmployment Period:August 1988 to May 1993 (57 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:• Performed a range of essential accounting functions across various areas including Receivables, Payables, Payroll, and Credit & Collection, resulting in improved competence and expertise in financial operations.
Education History

Field of Study:

Commerce

Major:

Accounting

Graduation Date:

March 1993

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification:

Not Applicable

Skills

★★★ Advanced:
Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Financial Reports

★★ Intermediate:
Accounting Software, Accounting Reconciliation, Construction accounting, Operations Management, Sales operations

Work at Home Capabilities

Internet Bandwidth:

Not Applicable

Working Environment:

Private Room

Speed Test Result:

Not Applicable

Internet Type:

Fiber

Hardware Type:

Laptop

Brand Name:

Not Applicable

Processor:

Not Applicable

Operating System:

Not Applicable