Finance & Budget Officer
CIRAS Directorate of Administration and Finance – DAF
Dr. Bernardino C. Custorio is an international finance and project structuring specialist with over 35 years of diversified global experience, spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, and the United States. He combines deep expertise in financial structuring, global project funding, ICT program leadership, and corporate governance, positioning him as a key financial architect within CIRAS.
He is the Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of BCXPRESS Business Management Consultancy Services, where he provides strategic direction, operational discipline, and institutional-level advisory across complex, multi-sector international projects. Under his leadership, BCXPRESS has developed into a trusted advisory platform for global project funding, corporate structuring, and capital alignment, grounded in compliance, integrity, and long-term value creation.
Within CIRAS, Dr. Custorio supports the development of structured, transparent, and institution-ready financial frameworks, enabling engagement with multilateral organizations, sovereign partners, and global financial institutions.
Academic & Professional Credentials
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Leadership – London
- Professional Doctorate in Finance – Georgia, USA
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Public Administration (Organization & Management) – Mindanao State University
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – University of the Philippines
- Diploma in Accounting in Business and Management (Distinction) – Cambridge, UK
- Diploma in Communication in Business and Management (Distinction) – Cambridge, UK
His academic background reflects a strong integration of leadership, finance, governance, and technical systems expertise.
Global Executive & Advisory Experience
Dr. Custorio’s career reflects a consistent trajectory of senior leadership and international advisory roles, including:
- Official Mandate & Fiduciary Consultant to international financial institutions
- Global Broker & Securities Lending Representative facilitating cross-border funding transactions
- Country Managing Director for a European financial institution
- Chief Executive Officer for technology and BPO enterprises in the United Kingdom
- Senior Program & Project Service Management Leader at Accenture Philippines
Across these roles, he has operated at the intersection of finance, technology, and operations, supporting complex engagements across multiple jurisdictions and sectors.
Current International Financial Roles
Official Mandate – MAEC 87 SRL (Italy)
- Leads preparation of bankable feasibility studies aligned with international banking standards
- Ensures full compliance with KYC, CIS, NCNDA, and institutional documentation requirements
- Connects clients with global funding networks (Europe, USA, Middle East)
- Advises on financial structuring, investment strategy, and business development
Global Broker / Senior Securities Lending Representative – Vienna, Austria
- Acts as fiduciary intermediary between funders/lenders and project owners
- Facilitates transactions across real estate, finance, and infrastructure sectors
- Supports structuring of loan instruments, credit facilities, and investment frameworks
Global Broker & Fiduciary Consultant – Zurich, Switzerland
- Structures and executes cross-border project funding transactions
- Aligns clients with institutional funding requirements and compliance frameworks
- Advises on global investment strategies and capital structuring
Corporate & Technology Leadership
- Senior Manager (Accenture Philippines) – Led large-scale ICT and BPO programs, ensuring SLA, risk, cost, and compliance management
- CEO – NeoTechnology ICT Solutions (UK) – Directed ICT/BPO operations, business scaling, and enterprise systems development
- IT Project Manager – Australia & Middle East – Delivered complex ICT programs, financial planning, and operational execution
- Enterprise Systems Leader – Saudi Arabia & Oman – Implemented nationwide system integration across finance, operations, and accounting
This foundation provides him with a unique ability to integrate financial strategy with operational execution and technology systems.
Core Expertise
- Global Project Funding & Capital Structuring
- International Banking Instruments (SBLC, BG, MT103, MTN)
- Financial Planning, Budgeting & Cost Control
- Cross-Border Transaction Facilitation
- Regulatory Compliance (KYC / AML / Governance Frameworks)
- ICT Program & Project Management
- Corporate Strategy & Operations Leadership
Institutional Role at CIRAS
As Finance & Budget Officer, Dr. Custorio is responsible for:
- Designing and overseeing institutional budget frameworks
- Aligning financial planning with asset-backed treasury strategies
- Supporting multilateral funding engagement preparation
- Ensuring financial transparency, compliance, and audit readiness
- Structuring cost-efficient frameworks for infrastructure, energy, and research programs
He works in close coordination with:
- Treasurer (Asset-Backed Treasury Partner)
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- General Secretary (interim)
Professional Attributes
- Proven ability to structure complex, high-value international financial transactions
- Strong strategic foresight combined with disciplined execution
- Deep experience in multi-sector, multi-jurisdictional environments
- Expertise in aligning institutional capital with real-world project delivery
- Commitment to transparency, compliance, and sustainable financial governance
Institutional Positioning Statement
Dr. Bernardino C. Custorio serves as a senior financial strategist and global funding specialist, enabling CIRAS to convert complex financial and operational challenges into structured, compliant, and institution-ready solutions. His multidisciplinary expertise spanning finance, technology, governance, and enterprise leadership positions CIRAS to effectively engage with multilateral institutions, sovereign entities, and global capital partners.
