Background
Jerry De Córdova has over 30 years of experience in public accounting and tax law, with deep expertise in complex tax planning, corporate reorganizations, and deferred compensation strategies. As Managing Member of Aquino, De Córdova, LLC, he leads the firm’s strategic initiatives and tax advisory practice.
His prior roles include Senior Tax Manager at an international CPA firm and Member-in-Charge of the Tax Department at a prominent local firm. Jerry played a key role in drafting Puerto Rico’s special Membership legislation and has represented clients before the Puerto Rico Treasury Department, IRS, Office of Tax Exemption, and CRIM.
He is a frequent speaker at professional seminars and a regular contributor to TV, radio, and print media on tax topics.
Education
Work Specialties
– Deferred compensation tax planning
– Corporate mergers and reorganizations
– Tax rulings, closing agreements, and exemption grants (PR & U.S.)
– Puerto Rico and U.S. individual tax compliance and reporting
Professional Affiliations
– Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• AICPA Representative (2005–2010)
– Member, Puerto Rico State Society of CPAs
• Past President (2003–2004)
• Past President – Tax Committee
– Interamerican Accounting Association (2011-2023)
• Vice President of Finance
• Vice President – Professional Association
– Member, Puerto Rico Bar Association
– Member, American Bar Association
– Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce – Tax Committee
– San Juan Chapter of Puerto Rico State Society of CPAs
– Distinguished CPA for Service to the Profession – 2010
– Named Most Influential CPA of the Past 25 Years (1997–2012)
