Charlene Jacob
Finance Manager

Charlene Jacob is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and member of Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She began her career at Ernst and Young, in the Philippines, as external auditor after passing her CPA license exam in late 2014. During her time at EY, Charlene was involved in auditing firms in a broad range of industries including manufacturing, wealth and asset management, telecommunication, retail, and healthcare.

In 2018, Charlene relocated to the UAE to join Russell Bedford Dubai Limited, an audit and accounting firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (the “DFSA”). During her time at Russell Bedford, she gained valuable experience conducting both external and internal audits. Charlene’s role also included providing outsourced accounting services for a number of DFSA regulated entities. 

Charlene joined Introspect Capital in June 2021 to lead the firm’s finance department. Her responsibilities include overseeing the company’s financial operations, from start to end, and strategic planning to support the firm in achieving its long-term financial goals. Charlene’s accounting experience has allowed for a smooth transition to the world of financial services.

Charlene believes that, just like accounting, life requires balance. During her free time, when her energetic side kicks in, she loves to swim, play ultimate frisbee and running. Her lazy days call for reading books and binge-watching Korean dramas.

Charlene graduated from Catanduanes State University, with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, in 2014.