JULIE ANN LICAYAN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting and bookkeeping professional with expertise in financial reporting, budget forecasting, and UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance. Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Sage 50, and Tally ERP, complemented by strong computer skills and email software expertise. Demonstrates exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and integrity in all tasks. Adept at internet research and general office functions with a typing speed of 40-50 WPM. Committed to delivering accurate financial solutions while maintaining high ethical standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General Accountant
Brown Orange Solutions LLC
Dubai, UAE
01.2018 - 06.2025
- Managed the full-cycle accounting for five related companies in various industries (IT-software, retail and real estate) based in UAE, USA and Sri Lanka with comprehensive documentation utilizing QuickBooks Online and Sage 50, while coordinating month-end and year-end closure activities.
- Prepared and analyzed detailed financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reports, and budget forecasts.
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies, thereby mitigating compliance risks.
- Reconciled accounts, identified discrepancies, and instituted corrective measures to promote financial accuracy.
- Monitored and control budgets, expenses, and financial transactions to optimize resource allocation.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely processing and precision in financial transactions.
- Facilitated internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and clarifications upon request.
- Developed and maintained financial reports to support strategic management decision-making.
- Executed and processed monthly payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Prepared and submitted VAT and corporate tax returns in compliance with UAE tax laws and regulations.
- Safeguarded financial information through diligent database backup management.
- Maintained financial security by adhering to internal control protocols.
General Accountant
Dispatch Freight Broker LLC
Dubai, UAE
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Compiled and analyzed account information to prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries.
- Documented financial transactions by systematically entering account information.
- Summarized current financial status by gathering information, preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and additional reports.
- Verified financial transactions through meticulous auditing of documents.
- Resolved financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account data.
- Secured sensitive financial information by performing regular database backups.
- Maintained financial integrity by following established internal control guidelines.
- Facilitated payment processes by verifying necessary documentation and requesting disbursements.
- Addressed accounting procedure inquiries through thorough research and interpretation of accounting policies and regulations.
- Prepared specialized financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Protected organizational value by maintaining confidentiality of financial information.
- Achieved results by diligently performing assigned duties.
- Contributed to team success by accomplishing related objectives as necessary.
- Processed and recorded accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Finance policies and procedures.
- Managed cash receipts and revenue recording while collaborating closely with the Sales Development Team to reconcile revenue with Salesforce data promptly.
- Executed functional and benefits expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, and recorded adjusting and reclassification journal entries as required.
- Conducted general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, accruals, and prepaid expenses.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports, including financial statements, budget performance metrics, and interim grant financial reports.
- Updated daily sales transactions efficiently.
- Processed monthly payroll for staff, ensuring accuracy in payments.
Accounts/Admin Assistant
Tagum City Water District
Davao Del Norte, Philippines
06.2012 - 12.2014
- Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries in the general ledger, documenting business transactions while maintaining standard journal entries.
- Evaluated daily banking transactions and journal entries to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted payroll reconciliation to verify accuracy in payroll processes.
- Prepared monthly collection reports in Excel spreadsheets for insightful analysis.
- Verified and reconciled contracts, orders, and vouchers, while preparing reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
- Monitored compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal procedures.
- Reviewed, investigated, and rectified errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
- Safeguarded the organization's value by ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of Mindanao Tagum College
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- Budget forecasting
- UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance
- Computer proficiency
- Email software expertise
- Internet research
- QuickBooks Online knowledge
- Sage 50 proficiency
- Tally ERP knowledge
- General office skills
- Communication skills
- Typing speed: 40-50 WPM
- Integrity and work ethics
- Multitasking ability
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 07/08/92
- Nationality: Filipino
- Marital status: Single
- Place of birth: Philippines
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Accountant
Brown Orange Solutions LLC
01.2018 - 06.2025
General Accountant
Dispatch Freight Broker LLC
05.2015 - 12.2017
Accounts/Admin Assistant
Tagum City Water District
06.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of Mindanao Tagum College
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