Ma. Merlita G. Barcelon
About Ma. Merlita G. Barcelon
Ma. Merlita G. Barcelon is a Finance Manager at Syniti, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in accounting and finance, having held various roles at Henkel and Cardinal Health, and is a qualified trainer in Fixed Asset Process and Investment Management.
Work at Syniti
Ma. Merlita G. Barcelon has been serving as Finance Manager at Syniti since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Her tenure at Syniti spans four years, during which she has contributed to the financial management processes within the organization. Based in the National Capital Region of the Philippines, she leverages her extensive experience in finance and accounting to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Syniti, Barcelon worked at Cardinal Health as an International Accounting Supervisor from 2018 to 2020. Her responsibilities included managing international accounting processes. Prior to that, she spent four years at Henkel in various roles, including Team Lead - Global Intercompany and Financial Controlling Analyst. Her career also includes positions at Stateland Properties and Smart Communications, Inc., where she gained foundational experience in finance and auditing.
Education and Expertise
Barcelon holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from St. Paul University Philippines, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education at Ateneo De Manila University Graduate School of Business. Barcelon is a qualified trainer in Fixed Asset Process and Investment Management, and she is a Six Sigma trained professional, which underscores her commitment to continuous improvement in financial processes.
Training and Development
Barcelon has traveled to various Asia Pacific countries to conduct training sessions focused on Fixed Asset and General Accounting Processes. Her role as a qualified trainer highlights her expertise in these areas and her ability to share knowledge with others in the field. This experience contributes to her reputation as a knowledgeable finance professional.
Career Progression
Barcelon's career in finance began at Stateland Properties as a Financial Assistant in 2004. She then transitioned to Smart Communications, Inc. as an Audit Assistant. Over the years, she held multiple positions at Henkel, including Purchase-to-Pay Senior Accounting Specialist and Regional Process Expert for Fixed Assets. Her diverse roles demonstrate her adaptability and growth within the finance sector.