Marivic Arcilla

A seasoned and highly accomplished Certified Management Accountant (CMA),
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
with over 15 years of extensive experience across the Middle East, Chile, and North/Central
America. Expert in financial accounting, cost analysis, reporting, and managing AP/AR,
payroll, and HR functions. Demonstrates a proven ability to streamline financial processes,
improve cash flow, and provide strategic support to drive decision-making in dynamic,
fast-paced environments.

Marivic D. Arcilla is an experienced and highly skilled accounting and finance professional with over 15 years of expertise spanning North America and the Middle East. She holds certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (PH), US Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP). Specializing in financial accounting, cost analysis, reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and HR functions, she has consistently optimized financial processes, enhanced cash flow, and supported strategic decision-making across industries such as aquaculture, engineering, construction, and energy.

Professional Experience

Senior Accountant
Cooke Aquaculture Inc. | October 2024 - Present

Manage financial statement preparation, month-end/year-end closing, and ledger account reconciliation.

Oversee journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and general ledger accuracy.

Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.

Support internal/external audits, ensuring GAAP/IFRS compliance.

Perform variance analysis and ensure timely tax filing submissions.

Mentor junior accounting staff and identify process improvements.

Manage accounts payable/receivable and collaborate on financial strategy.
Accomplishments: Managed accounting operations for 7 companies in Chile and 17 in Central America.

Accounting Administrator
United Wrecking Inc. | September 2022 - Present

Oversee AP and AR functions, including invoice processing, vendor communication, and credit card transactions.

Manage cash flow forecasting, billing, and collections.

Process weekly payroll, maintain employee data, and prepare HR-related reports.
Accomplishments: Cleared a 3-month backlog of records and optimized payment processes for improved cash flow.

Senior Accountant
Emirates Link Stratum Reservoir LLC | March 2021 - July 2022

Managed AP functions across multiple countries, including processing invoices and expense reports.

Reconciled accounts payable transactions and prepared cost analysis.

Assisted with VAT, Sales Tax, and withholding tax filings.
Accomplishments: Streamlined payment schedules and enhanced cash flow management, reducing invoice processing time.

Cost Accountant
Vaheed Engineering Emirates LLC | June 2018 - February 2021

Managed journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing.

Administered fixed assets and prepared VAT tax returns.

Supported internal/external audits to ensure compliance.
Accomplishments: Ensured timely VAT filing and reconciled balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.

Regional Accountant
Ingrain Inc. | July 2010 - May 2018

Handled all accounting functions, including financial statements, payroll, and reconciliations.

Coordinated AP/AR activities and cash flow forecasting.

Managed employee benefits and provided support for audits.
Accomplishments: Managed full accounting cycle and provided audit support for financial statement preparation.

Accountant
Robust Contracting Company | September 2006 - July 2010

Processed invoices, payments, and staff claims.

Reconciled cash accounts and supported financial audits.
Accomplishments: Assisted in preparing payments for over 50 cheques per cycle and supported annual financial audits.

CERTIFIED HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONAL (CHRP®)

JANUARY 2024| International Federation of Professional Managers, UK

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA)

AUGUST 2021|INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS (IMA) – USA

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (CPA) 

MAY 2015| PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION (PRC) - PHILIPPINES

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY

JUNE 1999 - APRIL 2004| PHILIPPINE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (P.S.B.A.), PHILIPPINES