Independence Associate

Industry Category	Accounting / Finance	Position	Audit & Taxation
Recruitment Department		Number Of Recruits	several
Work Location	All Cities	Nature Of Work	Full Time
Gender Requirements	Male	Marriage Requirement	No marital status restrictions
Education Level	College Diploma	Work Experience	No work experience restrictions
Age Requirement	Above 18 years old	Salary Package	Negotiable
Updated Date	2022-09-30	Valid Until	Long-term validity

Join our Business Enablement Services (BES) group and help support the different business units that help everyone at SGV operate more efficiently. As a BES professional, you will work across teams to provide the knowledge, resources, and tools that help the firm deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, within the marketplace, and contribute to SGV’s growth and profitability.Job Summary:As an Independence Associate, you’ll be instrumental in safeguarding the independence compliance with auditor independence rules and regulations required by external regulators and professional standards, as well as, independence and related rules applicable to all Ernst and Young member firms. Within the professional services environment, appropriate risk management is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion and protection of our brand.  You’ll develop your business capabilities faster as you engage with the team’s various stakeholders and face wide variety of new experiences in a dynamic environment which will help you to move quickly along the career path you choose.Key responsibilities:Your day to day responsibilities will be varied and cover a broad spectrum of the activities undertaken by the Independence function expected of an Associate}, including the following:• Understand regulatory requirements and policies applicable to an auditing firm and accountants• Consult with partners and staff on auditor independence issues related to both personal and firm-related independence matters;• Provide guidance to client-serving teams in the completion of client and engagement acceptance and other periodic independence procedures;• Perform various processes and controls implemented to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and various policies• Manage and participate in independence monitoring programs and other process improvement initiatives;• Gather data necessary to assess and monitor policy compliance• Assist with preparation for, and coordination of, practice inspections by external regulators and Internal Audit team;• Promote and demonstrate commitment to audit quality, risk management and independence processes and policies within the firm;• Liaise with professionals within the firm and network firm, as necessary, to gather data or consult; and• Other duties as assignedSkills and attributes needed:• Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail• Excellent business writing and communication skills• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills• Has initiative, flexible, creative, proactive, hardworking and has ability to work under pressure• Proficiency in MS office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)To qualify, candidates must have:• Graduate of Bachelor’s/College Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management/Internal Audit or equivalent• Relevant working knowledge of the following activities and processes: Data Monitoring, Facilitating learning sessions (online/ physical)• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, but fresh graduates are welcome to apply• Non-CPAs are also welcome

SGV & Co. is currently the Philippines' largest multidisciplinary professional services firm with nine offices across the country. The Firm employs more than 5,000 professionals from various disciplines. We provide integrated solutions that draw on diverse and deep competencies in assurance, tax, strategy and transactions, and consulting services. We uphold the highest standards of quality. In fact, SGV & Co.’s Assurance service line has been ISO 9001-certified since 1996. In everything we do, we nurture leaders and enable businesses for a better Philippines. This Purpose is our aspirational reason for being that ignites positive change and inclusive growth.SGV & Co.'s track record has remained unmatched in the region. We have accumulated invaluable resources in our 75 years of operations - highly qualified and competent staff, state-of-the-art facilities and an enviable international network. We envision not only to give value-added services to our clients but, more importantly, to become a partner in their and the region's development. In doing so, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.SGV & Co. became a member practice of Ernst & Young International on 6 June 2002. EY, a global leader in professional services, understands the business issues that are important to senior executives. With extensive business knowledge and hands-on industry experience, the global EY organization can implement a broad array of solutions to help companies capture growth, improve financial performance, and manage risk – anywhere in the world. Its over 300,000 people serve as trusted business advisers in more than 150 countries, offering audit, tax, consulting, and strategy and transactions services across all industries to many of today’s leading global corporations, as well as emerging companies. Worldwide, its people are united by shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality.SGV & Co. received the Economic Dividends for Gender Equality (EDGE) Assess-level certification on 31 August 2018. It is the first professional services firm in the Philippines and the Southeast Asian region to receive an EDGE certification. The EDGE Certification is the world’s leading assessment methodology and business certification standard for gender equality.Our Values• People who demonstrate integrity, respect, teaming and inclusiveness• People with energy, enthusiasm and the courage to lead• People who build relationships based on doing the right thing