Accounting as the language of business

Many knows me as a public servant and an entrepreneur. I spent 21 years of my life in government serving both as Senate President and Speaker of Representatives, accomplishments which I am extremely proud of. And I have been an entrepreneur all my life — starting with the time I helped my mother sell shrimps and fish in the market up to today as I continue to guide our family business into the future.

COSO Framework and Sustainability

Investors, financial analysts, and rating agencies around the world are increasingly seeking relevant and trustworthy corporate sustainability performance data on which to base their important business and operating decisions. Sustainability performance data – often referred to as “nonfinancial,” “balanced scorecard,” “performance dashboard,” “environmental, social, and governance ESG),” and/or “integrated reporting” data – is rising in importance as organizations look to improve…

PH needs more accountants, says Board of Accountancy

MANILA — The Philippines needs more accountants. This was revealed at the Centenary Celebration of the Accountancy Profession in the Philippines gala in Manila Friday. Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy Chairman Noe Quiñanola said there are nearly 200,000 registered Certified Public Accountants, but there is still a big demand for more CPAs in the country. He said accountants are among the drivers for economic growth and many…