
Michael Ray Gasta
@michaelraygasta
Accounting professional with 10+ years in AP, bookkeeping, SAP, MS Dynamics, Excel, and process improvement. Xero & Quickbooks Certified.
What I'm looking for
I’m an accounting and bookkeeping professional with over 10 years of experience, primarily focused on Accounts Payable, reconciliations, invoice processing, payment processing, vendor management, financial records, and process improvement.
I started my accounting career in 2015 and have worked remotely for a US-based company since 2018, eventually taking on an AP Manager role. In my current work, I manage high-volume AP processes, including invoice intake, PO matching, three-way matching, vendor statement reconciliation, payment processing, credit and debit memos, and resolving discrepancies. I’ve also helped improve workflows, create tracking systems, and establish more organized processes to improve accuracy and prevent duplicate payments.
One of my significant achievements was helping transition a full Accounts Payable function from the US to the Philippines. I was involved in documenting procedures, training team members, improving workflows, and supporting the transition to ensure continuity of operations.
I have experience with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Storis, Excel, Google Workspace, and other accounting and business tools. I am Xero Advisor and Quickbooks Certified, and I’m comfortable learning new systems and adapting to different workflows.
I’m known for being detail-oriented, reliable, organized, and independent. I enjoy finding better and more efficient ways to do things, which is why process improvement has always been an important part of my work.
Outside of accounting, I’m interested in music, cooking, technology, and learning new skills. I’ve been involved in music ministry for many years and enjoy playing and teaching piano. I’m also currently continuing to develop my accounting knowledge and professional skills.
I’m particularly interested in remote opportunities where I can use my accounting, bookkeeping, administrative, and operations experience while contributing to a company’s financial accuracy and overall efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accounts Payable Manager
Paddy O’ Furniture
Aug 2018 - Present (8 years 2 months)
Managed day-to-day accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor payment support. Prepared monthly financial reports and led workflow improvements to reduce duplicate payment risk.
Volunteer Worker
United Church of Christ in the Philippines / Nasipit United
Mar 2018 - Jun 2025 (7 years 3 months)
Maintained financial records, reconciled accounts, and prepared financial statements. Handled scheduling, event coordination, and administrative support for church and preschool activities.
Accounting Specialist
Conduent Business Services Philippines
Mar 2016 - Mar 2018 (2 years)
Supported the transition of AP operations from the U.S. to the Philippines and acted as a primary contact for vendors and clients. Developed improved workflows and provided Tier 2 support for vendor issues.
Accounting Senior Assistant
Conduent Business Services Philippines
Feb 2015 - Mar 2016 (1 year 1 month)
Validated and processed employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies. Prepared reports on expense trends and supported process improvement initiatives.
Education
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Philippine Christian University
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Accountancy
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in April 2023.
University of San Carlos
Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting, Management Accounting
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting in March 2014.
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