Joster Refuerzo Ko So, CPA

Provincial Add: Nidoy Labagnoy Compound, Nejal St.,

Poblacion East, Rosario, La Union

Mobile: +639*********

Email: acvphd@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

• To join a reputable Organization where I can utilize my knowledge, training and skills in Accounting. To be able for me to work in an environment wherein I am confident that I can practice my skills, improve my competency, and to be able for me to gain meaningful work experience and to help the Organization in achieving your goals and objectives.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Accounting

• Familiar with IAS, IFRS and Revenue Regulation

• Knowledgeable in Financial Statement preparation

• Knowledgeable in income tax return computation and compliance

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Outlook and Groove)

• Writes clearly and effectively

• Speaks effectively and listen attentively

• Manages projects/task effectively and can meet deadlines

• Able to learn quickly

• Demonstrate flexibility and persistence

• Analytical and hardworking

• Can work well both independently and as a team

CERTIFICATION

• Certified Public Accountant Board Passer May 2015

• Associate in Accounting Technology March 2012

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Born on January 14, 1991 in Rosario, La Union, Philippines. A very organize person, responsible, always plan one step ahead, has a very active personality, willing to travel, adaptable and eager to learn. Interest includes learning, experiencing new things and relating with other people. WORK EXPERIENCE

Binder Dijker Otte & Co.

Performs assurance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. Involved from the planning stage to the finalization of the audit engagement in coordination with the other team members. Examined the effectiveness of the controls of a client and p

for the Company’s improvement.

Holding Companies

• KGLI-NM Holdings, Inc.

• E. Zobel, Inc.

Real Estate

• VAS Realty Corporation

• Central Country Estate, Inc.

Pharmaceuticals

• Boie Drug, Inc.

Manning Agency

• New Filipino Maritime Agency

Logistics

• Expresslead Logistics Corporation

4th Flr., SSS Bld

• Recording business transaction

• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation

• Preparation of summary of business transactions

• Performing various clerical works efficiently

Binder Dijker Otte & Co. - Alba Romeo and Co, CPAs Junior Audit Associate

(July 6, 2015 – present)

7F, Multinational Bancorporation, 6805

Ayala Avenue, Makati City

Performs assurance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. Involved from the planning stage to the finalization of the audit engagement in coordination with the other team members. Examined the f a client and performed test of these controls and gives recommendation Industry Exposure:

Central Country Estate, Inc.

New Filipino Maritime Agency

Expresslead Logistics Corporation

Mining

• Krominco, Inc.

Livestock farming

• Hacienda Bigaa, Inc.

School

• Marist College, Inc.

Manufacturing

• United Graphic Expression

• Marigold Manufacturing Corporation

• Stoller Philippines, Inc.

Advertising and Publishing

• Hinge Inquirer Publications, Inc.

PhilHealth Regional Office - CAR

Internship

(November – March 2013)

4th Flr., SSS Bldg., Harisson Road, Baguio City

Recording business transaction

Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation

Preparation of summary of business transactions

Performing various clerical works efficiently

Performs assurance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. Involved from the planning stage to the finalization of the audit engagement in coordination with the other team members. Examined the erformed test of these controls and gives recommendation United Graphic Expression Corporation

Marigold Manufacturing Corporation

Stoller Philippines, Inc.

Hinge Inquirer Publications, Inc.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy 2009 - 2014

Saint Louis University

Maryheights Campus, Bakakeng,

Baguio City

Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting 2009 - 2013 Saint Louis University

Maryheights Campus, Bakakeng,

Baguio City

Associate in Accounting Technology 2009 - 2012

Saint Louis University

Maryheights Campus, Bakakeng,

Baguio City

AFFILIATIONS

• Member, Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (SLU – JPIA) 2009 - 2015

• Member, Society of Integrated Commercians for Academic Progress (SLU - SICAP) 2009 - 2015

• Member, Ecolodians (SLU – Ecolodians) 2010 - 2011 TRAININGS AND SEMINARS

• Career Opportunities, Tips and Practices

January 31, 2010

Burgos Gym, Saint Louis University, Baguio City

• Entrep Fever, Seminar Entrepinoys: Tugon sa Kahirapan March 7, 2010

Burgos Gym, Saint Louis University, Baguio City

• Seminar on IFRS and IAS: Updates and Interpretations September 19, 2010

Audio Visual Room, Devesse Building, Saint Louis University Maryheights Campus, Baguio City

• Trends and Opportunities in the Accountancy Profession November 27, 2011

Audio Visual Room, Devesse Building, Saint Louis University Maryheights Campus, Baguio City

• Drive to Excellence: Meeting the Experts

September 23, 2012

Audio Visual Room, Devesse Building, Saint Louis University Maryheights Campus, Baguio City

• SGV Seminar: I.T. Audit

November 23. 2014

Audio Visual Room, Devesse Building, Saint Louis University Maryheights Campus, Baguio City CHARACTER REFERENCES

Mrs. Adelita A. Gayo

A.A.Gayo Glass and Aluminum

Entrepreneur

Poblacion West, Rosario, La Union

Contact Number: +639*********

Mrs. Leila D. Tan

PhilHealth Regional Office – CAR

Fiscal Controller I

Contact Number: +639*********

Mrs. Bernadette Adelaida M. Cope, CPA, MBA

Saint Louis University

Faculty

Contact Number: +639*********

Email Address: acvphd@r.postjobfree.com

Joseph R. Mendoza, CPA, MBA

Saint Louis University

Faculty

Contact Number: +639*********

Ms. Baby Ruth Julian

BDO – Alba Romeo & Co., CPAs

Audit Supervisor

Contact Number: +639*********

Email Address: acvphd@r.postjobfree.com

Ms. Sheala Grace S. De Venecia

BDO – Alba Romeo & Co., CPAs

Audit Senior Associate

Contact Number: +639*********

Email Address: acvphd@r.postjobfree.com

I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Joster R. Ko So, CPA

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