SGV Clark conducted a complimentary seminar titled “Smart Finance Solutions: Spotlight on Bookkeeping and Payroll” on 10 February 2026, bringing together participants for practical insights on accounting compliance, payroll management, and regulatory readiness.
Accounting Compliance and Reporting and Payroll Leader Sonia D. Segovia delivered the opening remarks, while Tax Solutions and Deputy GCR Leader Hentje Leo L. Leaño welcomed the participants.
The program featured a series of technical sessions addressing key payroll, bookkeeping, and compliance challenges. SGV Global Compliance and Reporting (GCR) Partner Aaron C. Escartin presented “Payroll Power-Up: Overcoming Challenges with Confidence.” Tax Senior Director Ma. Anthonnet C. Lopez discussed HR/Payroll integration, followed by “Bookkeeping Made BIR-Ready: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls” by GCR Partner Hanna S. Rojo. Tax Senior Director Jackie Lou D. Lamug and Tax Senior Director Rogelanne O. Villarubia jointly presented “Mobility Assignments: Payroll Tax and Immigration Essentials.”
Participants also attended a live demonstration of EY payroll and bookkeeping technology, highlighting digital solutions that support efficient financial operations and compliance.
SGV Baguio Markets Leader, SGV Clark Partner-in-Charge, and Tax Solutions and Foreign Direct Investments Leader Margaux A. Advincula, together with Audit Group 7 Leader Jose Pepito E. Zabat, delivered the closing remarks.
The session was facilitated by Tax Senior Director Meynard L. Sardalla, who guided participants through the discussions and led the interactive Q&A segment.
