Leah Damalerio Escalo, CPA, CMA

Leah Damalerio Escalo is a CPA and CMA with extensive experience in accounting, finance, and auditing. Leah currently holds the position of Director of Accounting at One Planet Group since May 2023. Prior to this, they worked as an Accounting Manager at the same company from April 2022 to May 2023 and as an Accountant from March 2021 to March 2022.

Leah also gained valuable experience at OSN, where they served as a Senior Tax Accountant from December 2018 to December 2020, handling the documentation, review, and submission of VAT returns. Leah also worked as a Senior Accountant at OSN from January 2015 to November 2018, preparing audit files and conducting financial reconciliations.

Before joining OSN, Leah worked at Esco as a Group Accountant/Finance & Accounting Manager from January 2014 to October 2014. In this role, they ensured timely financial reporting compliance, analyzed financial numbers, and implemented internal controls.

Leah began their career at Reyes Tacandong & Co. as an Audit Manager from December 2012 to January 2014, managing assurance engagements and handling financial aspects of the engagements. Leah also gained experience at EY, where they worked as an Assurance Manager from January 2011 to November 2012, managing audit engagements and ensuring high-quality work delivery. Prior to that, they held the role of Associate Director at EY from July 2005 to January 2011, leading audit teams and establishing relationships with clients.

Overall, Leah Damalerio Escalo possesses a wealth of experience in accounting, finance, taxation, and audit, showcasing their expertise and professional growth throughout their career.

Leah Damalerio Escalo, CPA, CMA, holds a Master's degree in Financial Engineering from De La Salle University, which they obtained from 2007 to 2010. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accountancy from the same university, graduating in 2004.

In addition to their educational background, Leah has also obtained professional certifications. Leah became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in June 2005, accredited by the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants. More recently, in April 2020, they achieved the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, granted by the Certified Management Accountant: CMA® institution.