Manuel Caputan

Results-driven Accounting and Financial professional with 18+ years of experience across retail, real state, IT industry, and Hospitality, including international exposure in Saudi Arabia. Expert in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial reporting, and Audit compliance, with advanced proficiency in SAP, QNE, and QuickBooks online. Proven ability to manage high-volume transactions with precision, strengthen internal control, and resolve discrepancies while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Skilled in end-to-end accounting operations, cash management, reconciliations, and audit support in fast-paced environments. Recognized for accuracy, reliability, and process efficiency, with strong capability in stakeholder coordination, vendor management, and safeguarding financial integrity. Committed to driving operational excellence and delivering measurable value.

ACCOUNTING OFFICER – ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (A/P) at Bladegrass Technologies Inc. (BTI) (2025 – 2026)

• Reviewed and validated vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals in the QNE accounting system
• Matched invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts prior to system entry
• Processed supplier payments via checks and telegraphic transfers, ensuring adherence to due dates
• Managed employee reimbursements for non-trade expenses with accurate and timely processing
• Maintained up-to-date vendor records, including contact and payment information
• Responded to vendor inquiries and resolved billing discrepancies efficiently
• Reconciled vendor statements and resolved outstanding balances
• Ensured accurate posting of transactions to general ledger accounts in QNE
• Detected and prevented duplicate or potentially fraudulent invoices in compliance with internal controls
• Prepared accounts payable aging reports and monitored outstanding liabilities
• Supported month-end and year-end closing activities

ACCOUNTING OFFICER – ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (A/R) at Bladegrass Technologies Inc. (BTI) (2025 – 2025)

• Monitored accounts receivable and tracked due accounts and post-dated / maturing checks
• Prepared AR (Aging reports) and analyzed outstanding balances
• Investigated and resolved account disputes and billing discrepancies
• Responded promptly to internal and external credit inquiries
• Issued Statements of Account (SOA) to clients for billing updates
• Conducted follow-ups and sent payment reminders to ensure timely collections
• Coordinated with sales and internal departments to resolve account concerns
• Responded to internal and external inquiries regarding account status and credit matters
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date customer records and documentation. Ensure compliance with company policies,

HR COORDINATOR – HEAD OFFICE at Tamimi Markets (Safeway Markets Franchise – UK) (2024-02 – 2024-08)

• Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and external consultations
• Handled confidential HR records and sensitive information with strict discretion
• Maintained and organized financial documentation, including expense tracking and records management
• Administered daily office operations, including correspondence, calls, and internal communications
• Coordinated travel arrangements and prepared meeting minutes and reports
• Oversaw office supply inventory and procurement to ensure operational efficiency

STORE ACCOUNTANT | FINANCE DEPARTMENT – HEAD OFFICE at Tamimi Markets (Safeway Markets Franchise – UK) (2007-03 – 2023-12)

• Recorded daily cash journal entries and sales transactions, including posting cashier shortages and discrepancies from POS operations
• Processed accounts receivable invoices (IR) and accounts payable payments in SAP, prioritizing urgent vendor transactions
• Conducted cash audits to ensure vault balances matched financial reports and maintained cash integrity controls
• Monitored POS transactions to detect and correct errors (overcharges, shortages, and incorrect voucher/coupon postings) in SAP
• Reconciled card transactions (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, SPAN) against financial records and POS reports
• Managed end-to-end monthly payroll processing using SAP, SuccessFactors, and MenaTech systems, ensuring accuracy of employee payments
• Participated in biannual inventory audits for non-fresh categories (grocery, dairy, frozen, non-food, cosmetics, and service departments) across 7 branches and warehouse operations
• Ensured compliance with company policies, financial procedures, and audit requirements

CREDIT AND COLLECTIONS | BILLING DEPARTMENT – HEAD OFFICE at Empire East SunTrust (Philippines) (2006-01 – 2007-02)

• Prepared and issued billing statements, including monthly amortization/down payment schedules
• Maintained and updated customer accounts to ensure accurate billing records
• Processed cash allocations, credit notes, and debit notes for customer transactions
• Monitored customer payments, rebates, and discounts, ensuring accurate account adjustments
• Reported collection status, payment updates, and account issues to the Credit & Collections Manager
• Assisted in resolving billing discrepancies and customer account concerns
• Ensured compliance with company policies and proper documentation of all transactions

MARKETING RESEARCH | ADMIN DEPARTMENT at Western Sun - Sun Hotel (2005-07 – 2005-12)

Developed client reports analyzing market trends and research findings, Support data gathering, analysis, and documentation for marketing studies. Designed structured questionnaires aligned with research objectives and marketing insights, Collaborated with internal teams and actionable research.

CLERICAL | ADMIN DEPARTMENT at Philam Plans (2003-06 – 2005-05)

Handled inbound calls and client inquiries, delivering timely and professional customer service, Ensured data accuracy and completeness across financial and administrative records. Reconciled deposits and monthly accounts using Microsoft Excel and internal systems, Supported daily administrative operations and record keeping functions.

B.S. BUSINESS OF COMMERCE in MARKETING – FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY– (FEU) PHILIPPINES (2002)