Why Today’s CPAs Choose Purpose Over Prestige There was a time when success in accounting was measured by the name on one’s business card or the number of zeros on a paycheck. Prestige once defined progress. But a quiet change is reshaping the pr... Accounting Profession CPA Careers Firm Culture Integrity Mentorship Professional Growth Purpose-Driven Work inside estavillo
Beyond Deadlines: Redefining the Modern Accountant’s Journey In today’s fast-paced world, accounting has evolved far beyond numbers and deadlines. At Estavillo & Company, we see the modern accountant as more than a technician. They are thinkers, problem-solvers... Accounting Profession Audit and Advisory Careers CPA Careers Firm Culture Mentorship Professional Development Professional Growth inside estavillo
Strengthening Audit Committees in the Philippine Setting Audit committees play a critical role in sustaining organizational trust. In the local regulatory landscape guided by SEC Memorandum Circular No. 24, s. 2019. The... audit committee charter audit committees Philippines board oversight compliance corporate governance enterprise accountability internal audit alignment risk management
Implementing Internal Audit Functions in Growing Enterprises Internal audit, often misunderstood as a tool only for large or listed corporations, is in fact a vital function for growing businesses. It strengthens governance, ensures compliance, and provides ass... audit outsourcing business compliance corporate governance financial controls internal audit Philippines risk management
Tackling Common Pitfalls in Compliance for Medium to Large Enterprises The risks of regulatory lapses extend far beyond penalties. They can delay funding, disrupt operations, and damage business reputation in competitive markets. As regulatory expectations continue to e... BIR compliance requirements DOLE compliance SEC compliance accounting standards compliance corporate governance Philippines risk management
Preparing for BIR Transfer Pricing Audits: A Practical Guide Transfer pricing has become a central point of scrutiny for the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), especially for medium to large corporations with cross-border or related-party transactions. With heig... BIR Audit Preparation Corporate Tax Risk Management Cross-Border Compliance International Taxation PFRS Compliance Philippine Tax Strategy intercompany transactions tax compliance strategies
Managing Multi-Entity Structures As enterprises grow, diversify, or expand across regions, managing multiple entities under one organization becomes increasingly complex. For holding companies, real estate groups, service conglomerat... accounting best practices audit and consolidation financial consolidation group accounting intercompany transactions multi-entity structures
Navigating the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP) Under CREATE With the implementation of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises (CREATE) Act, the Philippine government introduced the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP) to direct private ... BOI BOI-registered enterprises SIPP accounting strategy fiscal incentives compliance investment investment policy location-based incentives tax incentives tax strategies and incentives
From CAPEX to OPEX: Rethinking Large Asset Investments In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, large-scale asset acquisition strategies are under closer scrutiny. Enterprises particularly those in manufacturing, logistics, utilities, and infrast... accounting strategy cost-efficient operations financial strategy investment modern asset management operational efficiency strategy
Key Accounting Considerations for BOI-Registered Enterprises The Board of Investments (BOI) continues to play a pivotal role in shaping inclusive economic growth across the Philippines. One of its key strategies is to encourage enterprises to set up operations ... BOI Philippine economy accounting strategy business expansion capital planning financial projections financial strategy provincial investment regional compliance strategy tax incentives tax strategies and incentives
Managing Working Capital Cycles in Construction & Engineering In construction and engineering sector, where projects are capital-intensive and payment schedules are often staggered, optimizing working capital is vital to ensure operational continuity and financi... cash conversion cycle construction construction & engineering engineering financial strategy strategy
Project Finance Essentials for Solar and Hydro Projects The growing demand for renewable energy has elevated the importance of sound project finance strategies, especially for solar and hydro projects. These projects require significant upfront investment ... finance financial strategy hydroelectric power renewable energy solar energy