Kevin Val Pelagio, CPA

Experience

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  KPMG Philippines

  Nov 2017 - Aug 2020

  • Drafted audit plans and supervised junior team members, ensuring adherence to standards and policies.• Played a key role in preparing and analyzing financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.• Collaborated with client finance teams to resolve accounting issues and finalize financial statements.• Conducted complex audit procedures, reviewed financial statements, and prepared audit reports.• Engaged in evidence gathering and substantive analytical procedures, presenting findings to clients. Show less

  • Audit Supervisor

    Jul 2019 - Aug 2020

  • Audit Associate

    Nov 2017 - Jul 2019
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  Sodexo

  Sept 2020 - Mar 2023

  Controls and Compliance Assistant Manager

  • Managed tax audits and facilitated SOX audits, strengthening controls and compliance processes.• Supported innovative tax planning and compliance, ensuring timely documentation for local tax reporting.• Conducted site audits to assess internal controls effectiveness, leveraging data analysis to identify areas for improvement and enhance operational efficiency.• Prepared process flowcharts and changes to policies/procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.• Assisted in Ethics and Compliance Committee investigations, maintaining compliance documentation and supporting stakeholder management. Show less

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  EdgePoint Infrastructure

  Mar 2023 - Jan 2024

  Tax Specialist

  • Provided strategic tax guidance, leveraging financial data to assess tax implications and proactively mitigate risks, optimizing tax liabilities.• Managed regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filing of tax returns and optimizing property tax payments through negotiation and analysis.• Led business permit renewals and maintained strict adherence to regulatory standards.• Managed registration and updates of POS systems, maintaining adherence to tax regulations.• Enhanced tax compliance procedures, bolstering operational efficiency through process improvements. Show less

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  Sodexo

  Jan 2024 - now

  Controls and Compliance Manager

  • Led cross-functional teams in SOX compliance frameworks and cross-border compliance efforts, ensuring collaboration and alignment.• Developed and implemented policies to address complex accounting issues, ensuring consistent GAAP compliance.• Proactively assessed and mitigated financial risks, implementing strategies to safeguard financial health.• Produced detailed financial reports, providing actionable insights to drive operational and financial improvements.• Delivered tailored compliance training programs, increasing awareness and enhancing compliance culture.• Implemented innovative tax planning strategies, optimizing tax liabilities and managing tax audits for accuracy and compliance.• Facilitated collaboration between departments, ensuring consistency in controls and compliance. Show less