MBC Advisory

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Kickstart Your Career With Us! 🌟

Our internship program for the 3rd batch of year 2026 is now open to aspiring students who are eager to gain hands-on experience in the world of accounting, finance, compliance, and consulting. This is your chance to learn from industry professionals, sharpen your skills, and build connections that matter. 🚀

📌 Apply now and take the first step toward shaping your future with MBC.

👉 Send your resume/CV to [email protected]

Just a heads up to our valued clients regarding our office operations on May 19, 2026. Please see the advisory below. Thank you!

The Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) partnership is expanding: Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Italy, the Republic of Korea, Sweden, and the United Kingdom are joining the initiative. Launched by the Philippines, the United States, and Japan, the LEC will transform Luzon into a more prosperous region by connecting Subic Bay, Clark, Manila, and Batangas. Through strategic investments in transport infrastructure, energy systems, digital connectivity, and advanced manufacturing supply chains, the LEC will also create thousands of high-quality jobs.

Read: https://ph.usembassy.gov/luzon-economic-corridor-expands-partnership-to-accelerate-investment-and-regional-prosperity/

𝗕𝗜𝗥 𝗥𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗤𝗥-𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 38-2026, prescribing the issuance and mandatory posting of the BIR Registration Seal Badge for taxpayers engaged in online business activities.

The Circular covers digital economic participants, including online sellers, freelancers, professionals, vloggers, influencers, and other individuals earning income through digital platforms. It requires them to visibly display proof of registration through a BIR Registration Seal Badge on their websites, e-commerce platforms, or social media business pages.

To address data privacy concerns, the BIR clarified that taxpayers are no longer required to post their full Certificate of Registration (COR). Instead, only the BIR Registration Seal Badge generated via the Online Registration and Update System (ORUS) should be displayed to avoid exposing sensitive information such as the TIN and business address.

The BIR emphasized that the Registration Seal Badge serves as proof of registration for online transactions and must be posted in easily accessible sections of websites or platform pages, such as “About Us,” “Business Permits,” or equivalent sections.

Issuance of the Seal Badge is free of charge and may be secured electronically via ORUS or manually through the Revenue District Office (RDO). Taxpayers updating their registration online are required to pay the applicable ₱30.00 Documentary Stamp Tax (DST). Existing taxpayers are not required to replace their current COR without a QR Code. Still, they are encouraged to update their registration to avail of the Seal Badge for enhanced verification and compliance.

BIR Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said the initiative forms part of the Bureau’s Revenue Collection and Base Protection efforts under BIR DARES.

“Revenue base protection is not only about enforcement after violations happen. It is also about ensuring that businesses operating in the digital marketplace are properly registered, visible, and accountable from the start. The Registration Seal Badge helps protect legitimate online sellers who comply with the law, and it also protects online buyers by giving them a simple and reliable way to verify if the business they are dealing with is registered with the BIR,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

Celebrating the hard work and dedication of every worker. Happy Labor Day!

Our office will be closed tomorrow (May 1) in observance of the holiday. We’ll be back and ready to assist you on Monday, May 4.

SBMA has officially opened a Comparative Challenge — a Swiss Challenge-style bidding process — for the Subic Bay International Airport (SBIA) Project, after US-based investment firm Cerberus Asia Pacific Investments LLC submitted a ₱5.31-billion unsolicited proposal to manage, operate, and upgrade the airport. Under the proposed 25-year concession, SBMA would retain the lion's share of annual revenues from airport fees, with the arrangement designed to transform SBIA into a modern, high-capacity cargo hub for the Luzon region. Interested challengers must pay a non-refundable participation fee of ₱1.4 million (US$23,333) and submit their comparative proposals no later than August 17, 2026.

Cerberus, which already operates part of a 310-hectare former South Korean-owned shipyard within the Subic Bay Freeport Zone, has long eyed the airport as part of a broader plan to revitalize the former US naval base. SBIA, built on the grounds of the former Naval Air Station Cubi Point, currently has no scheduled commercial airline services — making its transformation into a major cargo hub a potentially game-changing move for the region. If no challenger steps up or the original proponent matches the best offer, Cerberus walks away with the deal.

📣 Now Hiring: Accounting Associate

MBC Advisory is looking for an Accounting Associate to join our growing team in Subic. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and supporting clients through reliable financial reporting.

The Associate will be responsible for managing the books of accounts of the Philippine‑based operations of foreign clients, preparing and submitting monthly financial reports, and coordinating closely with the Tax Team to ensure proper tax compliance and alignment with regulatory requirements.

What you’ll be doing:
• Maintain and manage clients’ books of accounts
• Prepare monthly accounting reports and schedules
• Assist with reconciliations and basic financial analysis
• Coordinate with internal tax and compliance teams when needed
• Support clients with accounting‑related inquiries

Who we’re looking for:
• Graduate of BS Accountancy or related course
• Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and willing to learn
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply

What we offer:
• Competitive compensation with regular performance reviews
• Daily lunch meals
• Travel incentives throughout the year
• Learning and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with room for growth

📨 Send your resume to: [email protected]
📞 Contact: (047) 232‑1870
📍 Subic Bay Freeport Zone

If you’re ready to grow your accounting career in a professional and supportive setting, we’d love to hear from you.

In observance of Holy Week, our office will be closed as we take time for reflection and rest. Regular operations will resume after the Holy Week break.

Thank you for your understanding, and may this season bring you peace and renewal. ✝️