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Raphael Acilo

A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Program from De La Salle University-Dasmariñas. A former student officer under the University Student Government of De La Salle University-Dasmariñas. Recipient of the USG Highest Presidential Award for merit. An advocate of continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (Tertiary)
CGPA: 3.02 out of 4 (86-88 grade equiv.)
Publications:
  • The Effects of Accountancy Graduates' Participation in Student Organization Activities and Work Performance in their First Job: The Mediating Role of Acquired Soft Skills
Extracurricular Activities:
  • Participated in the University Student Government as a Deputy Secretary for Treasury (A.Y. 2021-2022) and CBAA-Senator (A.Y. 2022-2024).
  • Awarded a scholarship by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) and became part of their Student Affiliate Program, gaining crucial knowledge of Workspace and various money and capital market instruments.
  • Elected as Block President multiple times, effectively addressing student concerns and ensuring the timely dissemination of important announcements.
Accountancy, Business and Management (ABM) Strand (Secondary)
Extracurricular Activities:
  • Participated in various student-led and religious organizations. Competed in multiple competitions, such as math and computer quiz bees.

Experience

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London Stock Exchange Group

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

Taguig, Philippines

The London Stock Exchange Group is a global provider of financial markets data and infrastructure.

FXAll Intern & Student Affiliate

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

Responsibilities:
  • Proposed changes to the 4 Eye Check process, performance review for customer support, and onboarding training manual to improve departmental operations. Trained in CRM tools such as Salesforce and various tools used in FXall operations.

De La Salle University-Dasmariñas

The University Student Government is the highest student governing body in De La Salle University-Dasmariñas.

CBAA-Senator

Aug 2022 - Apr 2024

Responsibilities:
  • Recipient of the USG Highest Presidential Award for Merit: The highest award given to a student for remarkable service to their constituents, active involvement in activities, programs, and projects within DLSU-D, significant contributions, and embodying the Lasallian Core Values through their works.
  • Authored the greatest number of pieces of legislation, totalling fifty-five, with a focus on ethical conduct and internal controls. Nine bills were enacted into law, including key legislations such as the People’s Initiative Act and the USG Official Gazette and FOI Act.
  • Chaired and contributed to various Senate Committees, engaging in the scrutiny and deliberations of legislations referred to committees, demonstrating attention to detail, and ensuring that: (a) provisions of the document are sustainable, efficient, effective, and sound; (b) stakeholder feedback is heard and applied whenever applicable; and (c) contents are consistent with the USG Constitution, university policies, and Philippine laws.
  • Elected as the Senate President Pro Tempore by fellow Senators (A.Y. 2023-2024). Demonstrated leadership by leading the Senate in fulfilling its noble objectives for the benefit of the students.
  • Presided over formal sessions of the Senate and its various committees using parliamentary procedure, ensuring efficient conduct during meetings and showcasing strong oral communication skills.
  • Participated in technical committees for events such as a pageant, concert, and e-sports intramurals. Effectively communicated with various committees and groups onsite to deliver high-quality audio-visual experiences during events.
  • Communicated with various student government agencies within the USG and took a firm stance on issues encountered during tenure, demonstrating strong written communication skills and integrity, respectively.
Deputy Secretary for Treasury

Jan 2022 - Jul 2022

Responsibilities:
  • Co-project head for the second leadership training summit Navigating Uncharted Waters: Steward Leadership Reinvented; Invited Mr. Anthony Pangilinan and Dr. RJ Naguit as resource speaker.
  • Prepared budget resolutions and financial projections for USG events, ensuring financial adequacy and strategic planning, settled the obligations of the USG, including those accrued by former administrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, demonstrating financial acumen and responsibility, and released the first-ever transparency report covering the revenues and expenditures of the USG, promoting accountability and openness.
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Riviera Golf Club, Inc.

Nov 2019 - Nov 2019

Silang, Cavite

The Riviera Golf Club, Inc., is a golf course located in Silang, Cavite.

OJT at Internal Audit

Nov 2019 - Nov 2019

Responsibilities:
  • Helped audit the cheque vouches and receipts of the company.

Projects & Initiatives

Senate Filing System (Fourth Congress)
Creator

An automated system to file legislative measures created by Senators to their respective OneDrive folders. Utilized Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Teams’ Approval, and Microsoft Forms to create the approvals system.

Rules of the Senate (Fifth Congress)
Joint Author

Consolidated the Rules of the Senate for use in its formal sessions and operations. Also introduced the concept of Senatorial Aides.

General Appropriations Act for the First Semester of A.Y. 2022-2023
Joint Author

Enacted as the Twenty-Fifth Act of Congress, this law provided for the appropriations of the University Student Government for its first semestral operations for A.Y. 2022-2023.

Digital Sharing and Communication Policies for Student Governments Act
Joint Author

Enacted as the Thirtieth Act of Congress, this law provided for control measures to enhance the data privacy policy of the University Student Government and student organizations that adopted such law.

USG Official Gazette and the Freedom of Information Act
Joint Author

Enacted as the Thirty-Fifth Act of Congress, this law provided for enhanced transparency of the University Student Government through the creation of a USG Official Gazette and a Freedom of Information Manual.

The People's Initiative Act
Joint Author

Enacted as the Thirty-Sixth Act of Congress, this law provided for a system of initiative and referendum for use of the students in the University, with irrevocable option for adopting College Student Governments and Program Councils for their constituents as well.

General Appropriations Act for the First Semester of A.Y. 2023-2024
Joint Author

Enacted as the Thirty-Seventh Act of Congress, this law provided for the appropriations of the University Student Government for its first semestral operations for A.Y. 2023-2024.

Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Act of 2024
Author

Enacted as the Forty-Fifth Act of Congress, this law mandates the University Student Government to provide programs to increase their disaster and emergency preparedness.

Ease of Transition Law
Co-author

Enacted as the Forty-Sixth Act of Congress, this law mandates all student officers under the USG Constitution and its laws to provide for transition and training for succeeding officers in their organization.

Qualification Compliance Act of 2024
Author

Enacted as the Forty-Ninth Act of Congress, this law provided for a system to ensure compliance of all student officers under the USG Constitution and its laws to submit all the necessary documentary requirements to ensure that the requirements required for their tenure at fulfilled.

Expanded Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of DLSU-D 2024
Co-author

Enacted as the Fiftieth Act of Congress, this law provided for expanded anti-sexual harassment measures in the University.

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