Financial Controller

• Feb 2019 - Present

Management Accountant

• Jan 2014 - Jan 2019

Basic Function:To provide accounting and administrative support directly to the Divisional Financial Controller MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Prepare Financial Statement in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards, accounting principles and concept  Ensure that all General Ledger Accounts reconciled on a monthly basis in coordination with Regional Financial Controller and the Divisional Financial Controller.  Prepare and analyse the Trial Balance and supporting schedules.  Ensure that all General Ledger inventory accounts for Vehicle, Parts and Service are reconciled on a monthly basis. This is in coordination with the Financial Controller and Branch Accountants.  Ensure that Physical Stock takes Parts are done and reconcile against the General Ledger.  Weekly and Monthly Review of Work-in-Progress, Sublets and related accounts in conjunction with National Service Manager.  Review of usage and monitor renewal of Factory Licence, Trade Plates, Warehouse, etc.  Monitoring of Fixed Assets  Administer the Payroll Process  Monitoring of Local and Overseas Creditors  Direct and review the activities of Credit Controller and subordinates, if any.  Assist the Divisional Financial Controller in formulation of Forecast and Budget.  Plans, reviews and implements Accounting and Administration Policies, systems and Procedures  May provide insight into cost performance and support the implementation of bench marking and improvement initiatives.  Carry out other relevant duties as required by the Divisional Financial Controller. Show less

Accounting Supervisor

• Nov 2013 - May 2014

Bani started her career in Ford Group Philippines in November 4, 2013 up to May 30, 2014 as Accounting Supervisor. Her duties and responsibilities as Accounting Supervisor are as follows: • Leads in the preparation of the Company’s financial statements; • Manages the Company’s accounts payable, account receivables and general ledgers; • Coordinates and assists in the entire monthly close process; • Responsible for journal entry review and posting and account reconciliation review; • Assist in maintaining and updating internal controls over the financial reporting process; • Prepares and/or reviews schedules for the interim and annual audits; and • Assists in the development and maintenance of financial reporting systems to insure integrity of finances based on sound accounting procedures and controls. Show less

Assurance Senior Associate- Financial Services Industry Practice

• Nov 2010 - Oct 2013

Senior Associate, Assurance Services, ISLA LIPANA & CO., Philippine member firm of PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) from November 2010 to Present Bani has an extensive exposure in the audit of insurance (life and non-life) companies. She was also involved in the audit of manufacturing companies and real estate companies. Her involvement in audit engagements primarily include the following, among others: Assisting the manager in designing and formulating appropriate audit strategy and scope; Taking lead role in risk assessment and resolution of key audit issues; Supervising and coaching junior team members on audit procedures and reviewing their working papers in accordance with PwC’s audit methodology; Accomplishing steps in the completion phase of the audit which includes assessment of impact of subsequent events, file wrap-up, preparation of audit report and team de-briefing; Participating in various client meetings and in the presentation of audit results with Management and Audit Committee; and Assisting the manager in the review and finalization of financial statements. She has completed all the in-house trainings, including e-learning courses, as offered by PwC Philippines. She is also a facilitator in the in-house training of introduction to banking, insurance, stock brokerage and capital markets in the financial services audit group. Career with the PwC Philippines Bani began her career with PwC Philippines in November 2010 as an Associate. She was promoted to Senior Associate in July 2012.Bani consistently obtained a peformance rating of 1 (exceeding expectations) and has been the Financial Services Group’s top performing senior and associate since 2010. In 2013, Bani has been selected to be part of the territory’s methodology team. Show less