Benny Pelayo

Certified Public Accountant with over 35 years of progressive finance leadership experience across the Philippines and Middle East, specializing in construction, engineering, and project-driven organizations. Proven track record in financial controllership, cost management, ERP implementation, and internal control strengthening, with demonstrated success in transforming finance functions from person-dependent operations into structured, system-driven environments. Strategic finance partner to executive leadership, delivering timely financial insights, improving governance, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting business growth and profitability.

Finance Manager - CNT Group of Companies - Manila City

(2023-02 - 2024-08)

• Led full-spectrum finance and accounting operations covering AR, AP, payroll, fixed assets, and general accounting
• Delivered accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial reports to executive leadership
• Strengthened internal controls and accounting processes, enhancing audit readiness and compliance reliability
• Collaborated with external auditors, ensuring smooth execution of annual audits and tax compliance
• Played a key role in SAP system implementation, supporting transition toward a structured, system-driven finance environment
• Provided financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making and operational planning

Accounting & Finance Comptroller - Hi-Cool Engineering Corporation - Quezon City

(2019-06 - 2021-06)

• Directed end-to-end finance operations including financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and compliance
• Managed core finance functions: AP, AR, payroll, inventory, and fixed assets
• Strengthened internal control systems, improving financial accuracy and reducing operational risks
• Delivered reliable financial statements and management reports for strategic planning
• Coordinated with auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring full compliance and smooth audit processes

Project Cost Accountant - Hassan Abdulkarim Al-Gahtani Sons (HAK Group) - Saudi Arabia

(2015-04 - 2018-08)

• Managed cost control for Saudi Aramco projects
• Performed budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Used SAP for project accounting

Assistant Controller - Xerox Business Services Philippines, Inc. - Pasay City

(2014-05 - 2015-04)

• Managed GL, journal entries, and reporting
• Improved reconciliation and reporting accuracy

Senior Accountant / Chief Accountant / Project Accountant - Various Companies (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Philippines)

(1992-01 - 2013-12)

• Handled full-cycle accounting and project costing
• Managed financial reporting, cash flow, and compliance

State Auditing Examiner - Commission on Audit (COA) - Philippines

(1989-12 - 1992-06)

• Conducted financial and compliance audits of government agencies
• Evaluated internal controls and identified risk exposures
• Reported audit findings and recommended corrective actions

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Accounting) - Lyceum of the Philippines University

Master in Public Administration (MPA) - Public Administration - Polytechnic University of the Philippines