Maricel Malagan

Dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in financial management, bookkeeping, and accounts receivable. Proven track record in streamlining collection processes, managing complex cash flows, and ensuring compliance with Philippine tax regulations (BIR). Adept at using various accounting software to maintain accurate financial records and support management decision-making.

Accounts Receivable (AR) Officer - Steel Art Billboards Inc.

(2015-02)

• Manage monthly billing statements for billboard rentals and special projects.
• Monitor job orders and billboard placements to ensure 100% billing accuracy per contract requirements.
• Generate and monitor weekly and monthly AR reports to track overdue payments.
• Prepare and send Monthly SOA's to all active customers.
• Updating payment status and posting of daily of collections receipts.
• Improved collection efficiency by directly communicating with clients regarding overdue accounts.
• Analyze aging reports and enforce credit terms, issuing demand letters when necessary.

Accounting Staff / Purchaser / Warehouse In-Charge - Tumandok Crafts Industries

(2012-01 - 2015-02)

• Managed the end-to-end procurement process, from canvassing suppliers to preparing Purchase Orders (POs).
• Maintained daily bin cards and conducted monthly physical inventory using the FIFO method.
• Handled accounts payable, voucher preparation, and check issuance.
• Prepared comprehensive financial reports, daily cash flows, and BIR requirements (VAT, Expanded Withholding Tax).

Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper - J5 Intersales, Inc.

(2010-06 - 2012-01)

• Processed daily transactions, issued Official Receipts (OR), and managed cash receipts/charge invoices.
• Generated monthly General Journals, Trial Balances, and General Ledger books using QuickBooks.
• Managed petty cash funds and updated TODA customer account ledgers.
• Prepared daily sales, collection, and deposit reports.

Bookkeeper - NICO Inc.

(2006-02 - 2010-05)

• Administered payroll for farm workers and office personnel.
• Developed and maintained the company's Cash Position Report and financial statements.
• Managed warehouse inventory and procurement documentation.

Accounting Department Head - Johanna's Export

(2002-06 - 2006-01)

• Supervised the accounting department, focusing on cash flow management and purchase journals.
• Oversaw weekly/monthly payroll and monitored aging of accounts payable.
• Verified the accuracy of SSS and PhilHealth remittances and employee leave/overtime records.
• Directed physical inventory audits for materials and finished products.

Bachelor of Science - Accountancy - La Consolacion College – Bacolod (1997)

Secondary Education - Tapi National High School (1993)