Diogenes Montallana Inciso Iii

DIOGENES MONTALLANA INCISO III Finance professional with over 7 years of experience in controllership, project accounting, and audit across utilities, construction, and service industries. Skilled in managing multi-million-peso budgets, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering financial insights that support strategic decisions. Known for translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations. Currently seeking a part-time Finance role where I can contribute my expertise in financial planning, risk management, and process improvement while maintaining flexibility and delivering high-impact results. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE FINANCE SECTION HEAD – PROJ. ACCTNG. & CONTROLLERSHIP June 2025 to Present MANILA WATER COMPANY INC. Katipunan Rd., Quezon City, PH  Lead the financial controllership of capital projects, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals and regulatory standards.  Oversee the development, monitoring, and reporting of project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for multi     million-peso infrastructure initiatives. Provide strategic financial insights and variance analysis to senior management, enabling data-driven decisionmaking and performance optimization. Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and audit requirements across all project financial activities. Collaborate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and other departments to support financial planning and execution. Manage project accounting processes including revenue recognition, billing, disbursements, and reconciliations throughout the project lifecycle. Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting tools, and cost control measures. PROJECT ACCOUNTING & CO NTROLLERSHIP MANAGER MANILA WATER COMPANY INC. March 2023 to June 2025 Katipunan Rd., Quezon City, PH  Lead financial planning and analysis for capital projects, ensuring alignment with company strategy and financial targets.  Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans across multi-million-peso infrastructure investments.  Analyze cost performance and key variances; present insights and recommendations to project directors and executive stakeholders.  Drive cross-functional collaboration with project managers, engineering teams, and procurement to support financial decision-making.  Made monthly project financial reviews, ensuring full compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.  Oversee project lifecycle accounting, including revenue recognition, billing, disbursements, and reconciliations. PARALEGAL INCISO & ASSOCIATES LAW OFFICE May 2022 to March 2023 Mayon St., Quezon City, PH  Conducted legal and compliance research supporting regulatory filings and contract reviews.  Drafted and reviewed legal documents including contracts, memoranda, and reports.  Supported attorneys in managing documentation and compliance-related tasks relevant to business finance and operations. ACCOUNTING SUP ERVISOR Viet Mart Supplier Inc. November 2020 to April 2022 Ayala Ave, Makati City, PH  Supervised full-spectrum accounting operations including AP/AR, payroll, tax, and month-end close.  Led a team of junior accountants, handling recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.  Improved accounting processes and developed internal reporting templates for operational efficiency and audit readiness. AUDITOR/ FINANCE / JUNIOR SUPERVISOR Ramos Mendoza and Co., CPAs July 2018 to October 2020 Edsa Munoz, Quezon City, PH  Managed audit engagements for clients in manufacturing, logistics, and services; ensured compliance with tax and regulatory standards.  Prepared financial statements, internal reports, and recommendations for improving financial processes and controls.  Guided SMEs on budgeting, tax planning, and financial strategy, positioning them for growth and sustainability. ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE Accenture Nov 2016 to July 2018 Boni, Mandaluyong City, PH  Executed daily accounting transactions including GL entries, accruals, and reconciliations for large multinational clients.  Supported monthly and year-end financial closing processes, contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting.  Conducted variance analysis and financial accuracy reviews to support business unit profitability. EDUCATION University of the East Juris Doctor 2019 to 2025 Undergraduate (4th Year Student) Colegio de San Juan Letran (Philippines) BS Accountancy 2015 to 2016 Graduated University of Santo Tomas (Philippines) BS Management Accounting 2011 to 2015 Graduated GOVERNMENT EXAMINATION TAKEN Board Examination for Certified Public Accountants (Philippines) Professional Regulation Commission Reg. No- May 2017 Passed SEMINARS ATTENDED Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) Facilitated by: SAS Management, Inc. December 2024 BOA, BIR, & CDA Accreditations Seminar Facilitated by: PICPA La Union Chapter May to June 2024 SKILLS HARD SKILLS  Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting  Financial Statement Preparation & Analysis (IFRS/GAAP)  Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting (BIR: VAT, EWT, ITR)  Project & Cost Accounting (CapEx/OpEx Management)  Variance Analysis & Financial Performance Monitoring  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel – PivotTables, Power Query, Macros)  ERP Systems: SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, and other accounting platforms  Internal Controls, Risk Management, and Audit Readiness  Financial Dashboarding & KPI Reporting  Strong Business Writing & Financial Presentation Skills (English & Filipino) SOFT SKILLS  Strategic & Analytical Thinking  Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration  Effective Stakeholder Communication  Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities Under Pressure  Proactive Problem-Solving and Decision-Making  Time Management & Process Optimization  High Professional Integrity & Attention to Detail 2 INTEREST  Reading  Basketball  Playing online game 3