Associate Consultant (Internal Audit)Grant Thornton

Ref
ASDD002
Location
Makati
Specialism / Function
Advisory Services Division
Entry Route
Position Type
Probationary
JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
Assists in the application of accounting, financial, economic and data analysis expertise to address clients' critical issues.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Engagement Management
Participate and lead in engagement team planning meeting, and prepare minutes of the meeting as applicable.
Gather data from interviews with client personnel or from other sources such as minutes of meetings and other specific engagement procedures.
Prepare and sign off working papers that document observations and evidence gathered in the course of performing engagement procedures.
Check the accuracy of engagement schedules and other documents prepared by client personnel.
Perform other specific engagement procedures assigned by the Engagement Lead Consultant or Managing Consultant.
Ensure all procedures in the work programs are completely and appropriately performed and documented.
Respond promptly to the review notes and follow-ups of the Lead Consultant, Managing Consultant or Partner and document review notes disposal appropriately in the working papers.
Exercise professional skepticism and diligence in carrying out and completing assigned tasks
Inform promptly the Engagement Lead Consultant about problems and engagement issues encountered
Take the initiative to do research and discuss with the Engagement Lead Consultant or Managing Consultant the possible resolution to
any engagement issue identified during the course of the audit
File evidence relevant to the engagement in an engagement binder
Complete all workpapers (related Audit Methodology or Tool files and engagement binders) before the release of the report
Submit supporting workpapers (related voyager files and engagement binders) during the review process
Relationship Management
Establish and maintain clear coordination and good working relationship with client personnel, superiors, teammates, and other
associate within and outside the firm at all times
Maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude at all times in accepting assignments and working with other P&A personnel
Administrative Functions and Others
Provide assistance to higher-level personnel in the preparation of proposals and in the conduct of other projects
Organize working paper files prior to review by higher-level personnel or before turning over to Central Files
Complete and submit accurate time reports in a timely manner
Comply with the policies, procedures, and established, unwritten practices of the firm and the division
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Outstanding academic and leadership credentials
Fresh CPA board exam passers are encouraged to apply
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced communication, interpersonal skills along with good or developing negotiation skills
Ability to self-prioritize tasks, deadline and detail sensitive
Willingness to travel on short notice and for extended periods of time
Positive and energetic attitude and motivation to work in a fast-paced environment
Drive to work independently while being an effective team member
Proactive in asking clarifying questions
Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other spreadsheet application
We offer you competitive salary and benefits, many opportunities to grow, the chance to work directly with local and multinational clients, the freedom to create novel solutions, and all the rewards of working with some of the brightest people in one of the largest audit, tax, and advisory firms in the Philippines.
You may send your application to [Protected Info], with the position title as the subject of the e-mail. You can also call +632 988-2288 local 719 or 0917-550-9744 for more information.
Grant Thornton

Makati City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time