BJ HARVEY A. MACALAGUING, CPA
Zone 6, Lumbo, Alubijid, Misamis Oriental
9024 Philippines--
CAREER SUMMARY
A highly competent Certified Public Accountant with Philippine experience in auditing, accounting, financial reporting, and process improvement.
Strong analytical problem solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Highly proficient at creating customized reports in Excel. Recognized by management as positive, innovative, and committed team player with consistent high levels of productivity in a dynamic work environment.
QUALIFICATION
Certified Public Accountant
Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination, October 2014
Professional Regulation Commission of the Philippines
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan
Corrales Avenue, Cagayan de Oro City
School Year-
SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
1. Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
2. Quickbooks, Xero, Sage, and Zoho accounting systems
3. Accounting skills
4. Financial reporting skills
5. Auditing skills
6. Management consultancy skills
7. Bookkeeping skills
8. Bank reconciliation skills
9. Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
10. Good team player
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BDO ROXAS CRUZ TAGLE & CO.
The 6th largest accounting firm network globally, serving national and international clients. A member of BDO (Binder, Dijker, Otte) International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms.
SENIOR AUDIT ASSOCIATE
October 1, 2016-June 20, 2018
Responsibilities:
Acquire thorough understanding of the client’s business and assess the impact of any identified business and significant risks.
Identify fraud risk factors and assess internal control environment.
Prepare necessary audit work programs needed for junior members of the team.
Assist clients identify process, accounting and auditing issues.
Respond to important accounting and auditing issues by clarifying, reinforcing and summarizing discussion and recommending possible solutions to these issues.
Test data and underlying assumptions by facilitating client discussions and relating these assumptions on issues the client faces, with a mindset in line with client’s business direction.
Encourage members of the team to ask and raise critical questions and share ideas and concerns.
Assign and manage tasks with other team members considering engagement needs and identified business outcomes.
Clarify roles and responsibilities collaboratively with team members to improve their level of commitment and alignment with requirements.
Maintain focus of team members on work products; holds others accountable for timely completion of high-quality work.
Adapt approaches to others based on differences in individual style and backgrounds.
Support the learning and development of all members of the team, identifying new and different ways of working, and provide for skills practice, partners in learning.
JUNIOR AUDIT ASSOCIATE
August 3, 2015-September 30, 2016
Responsibilities:
Surface problems and opportunities with the team.
Analyze key data issues, patterns, and trends to identify their implications.
Deliver work by consistently applying designated methodology, processes, standards and technology tools.
Adapt individual interpersonal approach to others’ needs and preferences.
Provide clear rationale/explanations for suggested actions.
Listen attentively, ask pertinent questions, listen intelligently and actively to answers, and deliver facts, opinions and analyses.
Demonstrate a positive attitude by contributing energy and positive ideas to team efforts.
Meet all assigned project commitments in a timely manner.
Accurately identify problems and exceptions.
Take individual responsibility for all work outputs and mistakes or omissions.
Collaborate with client to clarify issues and opportunities related to area of responsibility.
Develop rapport with others by demonstrating an understanding of their concerns, needs and issues.
Take responsibility for understanding and fulfilling assigned roles and key responsibilities.
Seek advice and support from sources outside the team initiated and supported by supervisor.
SEMINARS AND TRAININGS ATTENDED
1. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Updates Training
BDO Roxas Cruz Tagle & Co.
BDO RCT office – Cagayan de Oro branch
2F ATC Bldg., Luna-Velez sts., Cagayan de Oro City
November 2017
2. Audit Process Tool (APT) Training
BDO Roxas Cruz Tagle & Co.
BDO RCT office – Cagayan de Oro branch
2F ATC Bldg., Luna-Velez sts., Cagayan de Oro City
October 2017
3. Tax Updates Training
BDO Roxas Cruz Tagle & Co.
VIP Hotel
Cagayan de Oro City
December 2016
4. Information Technology (IT) Audit Training
BDO Roxas Cruz Tagle & Co.
VIP Hotel
Cagayan de Oro City
November 2016
5. Corporate Image Enhancement Seminar
BDO Roxas Cruz Tagle & Co.
VIP Hotel
Cagayan de Oro City
October 2016
References available upon request.