Maria Chu
About Maria Chu
Maria Chu is a Financial Controller with over twenty-five years of experience in financial management and accounting across various industries. She has held significant roles at companies such as Delta Land Development Ltd, ActiveState, Canalyst, and DrugBank, demonstrating expertise in controllership, strategic planning, and team development.
Work at Tegus
Maria Chu currently serves as the Financial Controller at Tegus, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with financial regulations. Her expertise in financial management and accounting operations contributes to the organization's strategic planning and overall financial health.
Previous Experience at ActiveState
Maria Chu has an extensive history with ActiveState, where she held multiple roles over a span of eight years. She started as Corporate Controller from 2006 to 2009, then advanced to VP of Finance, HR, and Administration from 2011 to 2019. Additionally, she served as Director of Finance, HR, and Administration from 2009 to 2011 and later as an Advisor from 2019 to 2021. Her responsibilities included managing financial operations, HR affairs, and policy development.
Education and Expertise
Maria Chu studied Business Administration and Accounting at the University of the Philippines, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. She furthered her education by studying at CMA, where she gained additional expertise in financial management. Her technical background includes proficiency in external reporting, SaaS reporting, ERP implementation, and mergers and acquisitions.
Career Background
Maria Chu has over twenty-five years of experience in financial management and accounting operations across various industries, including start-up tech and union organizations. She previously worked as Corporate Controller at Delta Land Development Ltd from 1996 to 2000 and as Financial Controller at Canalyst from 2020 to 2022. Her career reflects a strong focus on building financial infrastructure and translating complex financial data into understandable metrics.
Achievements in Financial Management
Maria Chu is recognized for her ability to build strong financial and operational infrastructures. She has a proven track record in controllership and commercial decision support. Known for mentoring high-performance teams, she brings passion and energy to her work. Her skills include vendor sourcing, negotiations, and managing board and shareholder affairs, which enhance her contributions to the organizations she has served.