Mr, Jacob is a licensed Certified Public Accountant with specialized expertise in securities brokerage accounting and financial operations. With over five years of direct experience in Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE)-member brokerages, he combines technical accounting mastery with deep knowledge of broker-dealer compliance, ensuring seamless financial operations in both traditional and backroom-only brokerage environments.

Currently serving as Chief Accountant at Wecap Financial, Inc., he leads the firm’s finance team and plays a pivotal role in supporting its broker-dealer infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Professional Expertise & Leadership Roles

As a CPA with securities industry specialization, Mr. Jacob oversees:

• Financial Governance: Directing general accounting, tax compliance, payroll, and regulatory reporting while ensuring adherence to SEC, PSE, and BIR requirements.
• Brokerage Operations Support: Managing trade-related fund flows, disbursements, and settlement coordination to mitigate operational risks.
• Process Optimization: Implementing system enhancements and financial controls tailored to broker-dealer needs.
• Regulatory Preparedness: Serving as a key liaison during audits and ensuring timely submissions to regulatory bodies.

Career Highlights

• Wecap Financial, Inc. (2022–Present): As Chief Accountant, he establishes robust accounting frameworks for this new PSE-member brokerage, aligning financial operations with trading and compliance demands.
• AP Securities, Inc. (2019–2022): Managed end-to-end accounting for a full-service brokerage, including trade settlements, client fund movements, and financial statements. Stepped up as authorized signatory for critical transactions during leadership transitions and pandemic disruptions.

Education & Certifications

• Master in Business Administration (Ongoing), University of Manila
• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Mapua Institute of Technology (2013)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – 2016
• Diplomate in Taxation (DIT) – 2019
• Certified Tax Technician (CTT), Bookkeeper (CB), Payroll Specialist (CPS), and Tax Professional (CTP)

Key Areas of Expertise

• Securities Brokerage Accounting & Financial Reporting
• Backroom Operations & Trade Settlement Oversight
• Regulatory Compliance (SEC, PSE, BIR, AMLC)
• Taxation, Payroll Management & Fund Disbursement
• Broker-Dealer Infrastructure Development

Mr. Jacob’s dual proficiency in accounting and securities operations ensures that Wecap’s financial practices meet the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and client protection. His career reflects a commitment to bridging finance and brokerage operations with precision and integrity.