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Jigs Gonzales

Calgary,AB

Summary

Business-minded Finance Manager/Accountant promoting more than 20 years of expertise overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. A highly collaborative individual with a track record of effectively training and coaching staff members. Offering confidence, team contribution, and decision-making skills.

Mission-driven Pastor with more than 30 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environments. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry, and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Grade 5&6 Pastor

Centre Street Church
10.2017 - 05.2023
  • Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
  • Mentored Grade 5&6 members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
  • Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
  • Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
  • Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
  • Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
  • Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Officiated special services such as child and house dedications, baptisms, and funeral services.
  • Served as mentor to Grade 5&6 students in the church community, offering guidance and support.

Finance Manager

First Alliance Church
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
  • Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
  • Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
  • Reviewed and approved capital expenditure requests, aligning with corporate objectives.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
  • Spearheaded implementation of financial software systems to enhance productivity and reporting capabilities.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions, and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements.
  • Prepared Annual Donation statement for Tax Purposes.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.

Payroll Accountant

Halliburton
10.2006 - 06.2015
  • Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient software and automation tools.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payments for all employees, managing weekly and monthly payroll cycles.
  • Reduced errors in payroll processing by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of records.
  • Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations by staying up-to-date on changes and adjusting payroll systems accordingly.
  • Collaborated with HR department to ensure smooth onboarding of new hires, setting up employee profiles in the payroll system.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing employee inquiries regarding pay discrepancies and deductions.
  • Managed year-end procedures such as W-2 distribution and tax reporting, ensuring accuracy of documents for all employees.
  • Simplified recordkeeping practices, utilizing digital storage solutions to maintain accurate historical data while saving time searching for files.
  • Coordinated with benefits providers to ensure correct deduction amounts were applied based on each employee''s elections during open enrollment periods.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of direct reports, identifying areas for growth or improvement within the team''s operations as necessary.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information by adhering to stringent data protection policies and best practices.
  • Assisted in the implementation of a new payroll software system, leading training sessions for users and providing ongoing support during transition periods.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge in the field of payroll accounting, attending industry conferences and participating in relevant webinars or workshops.

General Accountant, Financial Reporting

Shell
01.1993 - 01.2006
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
  • Reduced month-end closing timeframes by optimizing reconciliation procedures and automating data entry tasks.
  • Supported audit preparation by maintaining thorough documentation and providing timely responses to auditor inquiries.
  • Increased department efficiency with the implementation of new accounting software, resulting in reduced manual workload.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop accurate forecasts and budgets, driving informed business decisions.
  • Strengthened cash flow management by conducting regular analysis of accounts receivable and payable balances.
  • Improved financial statement presentation through consistent review and update of accounting policies in compliance with GAAP requirements.
  • Maintained accurate general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Streamlined intercompany transactions, ensuring timely recording and eliminating errors due to miscommunication between departments.
  • Facilitated communication between finance team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that resulted in higher productivity levels.
  • Managed fixed asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and disposals accurately, resulting in reliable property valuation data for decision-making purposes.
  • Developed strong working relationships with external partners such as banks or vendors which led to improved collaboration on payment processing and transaction resolution.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.

Bank Teller Supervisor

Metro Bank
06.1990 - 09.1993
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently managing teller transactions and addressing customer inquiries.
  • Enhanced branch operations through effective management of daily bank teller activities and workflow prioritization.
  • Increased overall efficiency by implementing new procedures for cash handling, balancing, and discrepancy resolution.
  • Reduced errors in transactions by providing ongoing training and coaching to bank tellers on best practices.
  • Promoted cross-selling efforts by educating staff on bank products and services, resulting in increased sales.
  • Streamlined communication between departments by organizing regular meetings to discuss operational updates and challenges.
  • Contributed to the development of a positive work environment through team building initiatives and employee recognition programs.
  • Ensured high-quality customer service by regularly evaluating employee performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Built trusting relationships with customers through attentive listening skills, insightful problem-solving abilities, and empathetic service approach.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of bank products, services, procedures and regulatory requirements to assist staff members with questions and difficult or complex tasks.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Technological Institute of The Philippines
Manila, Philippines

CPA Review And Training Centre
Manila Philippines

EMCC Provisional Licensed Minister
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Financial Modeling
  • Budget Forecasting
  • Business Forecasting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Financial Management
  • Mission-oriented
  • Pastoral counseling
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • Teaching

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Grade 5&6 Pastor

Centre Street Church
10.2017 - 05.2023

Finance Manager

First Alliance Church
01.2015 - 02.2017

Payroll Accountant

Halliburton
10.2006 - 06.2015

General Accountant, Financial Reporting

Shell
01.1993 - 01.2006

Bank Teller Supervisor

Metro Bank
06.1990 - 09.1993

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Technological Institute of The Philippines

CPA Review And Training Centre

EMCC Provisional Licensed Minister

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