Profiles in Financial Mastery: Ramon Moses M. Paras , CFMP
Ramon Moses M. Paras, CFMP®, is a finance professional with a strong academic foundation, having graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Commerce, majoring in Financial Management, and achieving Dean’s Lister honors for eight consecutive semesters. His professional standing is further elevated by his certification as a financial management professional. This academic excellence laid the groundwork for a diverse and accomplished career.
His professional experience is notably broad, encompassing a significant 12-year tenure in internal auditing, where he specialized in both operations and financial audits, and includes leadership roles such as serving as a Finance OIC and holding supervisory positions on multiple occasions.
His expertise extends across several critical financial domains, demonstrating a versatile and well-rounded skill set. He possesses substantial, hands-on experience in treasury management, credit and collection, and debt management, complemented by practical knowledge in accounting, HR, and administrative operations.
This diverse background, further supported by targeted training in systems like QuickBooks and SAP, showcases his adaptability and comprehensive understanding of business finance and control functions, making him a highly versatile asset in the financial management field.”
Motivation to Pursue the CFMP® Designation
“It is a chance for me to take a journey back in Financial Management. The certification itself boosts your employability worldwide.”
Preparation & Challenges Encountered
“I read the modules and luckily my old hand outs in Financial Management subjects are still intact. I watch videos about Corporate Finance which gave the way towards passing the certification”
Benefits Since Earning the CFMP®
“Personally, your morale has been leveraged and I want to achieve more certifications in other areas of FINANCE as you could, as studying is an opportunity. Knowledge will not keep you mentally bankrupt .
Today is an open market and people are striving to be competitive. A degree alone wont open doors to opportunities, these certifications will be a big thing in the future and tighten the gap for any type of career. “
Credibility & New Opportunities
“As of now, there are inquiries, employment inquiries about FINANCE POSITION but I plan to capitalize on this certification at a minimum at Q4 of 2026. I have re-invest my employment into a NON FINANCE POSITION currently, but I believe I am on borrowed time. It’s only a matter of time until I come back to FINANCE. I will definitely end my career in FINANCE”
Advice to Aspiring CFMP® Candidates
“The program is all worth it. You should have the dedication to pursue this certification as the process alone is not a walk in a park. This certification will give you professional significance. Capitalize on what the program has to offer even after the certification itself.”
