Associate Consultant (Davao)

P&A Grant Thornton; Davao del Sur; On-site; PHP 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based salary

Life and accident insurance

Paid sick leave and vacation leaves

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Training and mentoring

Exposure to diverse industries

Job summary

P&A Grant Thornton Philippines is seeking a capable audit professional to assist in applying accounting, financial, economic and data analysis expertise to client issues.

As part of Engagement Management, you will gather data, prepare working papers, coordinate with client personnel, and help deliver high quality audit outputs while maintaining professional skepticism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Information Technology or related courses.
• Fresh CPA board exam passers encouraged to apply; CPA, CIA, CISA or CFE preferred.
• Strong academic and leadership credentials.

Responsibilities

• Participate and lead engagement team planning; prepare minutes.
• Gather data from client personnel or other sources.
• Prepare and sign off working papers documenting observations and evidence.

Skills

Advanced communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy / IT or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Information Technology or any other related courses
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are preferred
• 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

Why Join P&A Grant Thornton?

At P&A Grant Thornton, You’ll Experience a Culture That Cares For Its People As Much As It Cares For Its Clients. Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• Performance-based salary appraisal
• Accident and life insurance coverage
• Paid sick leave and vacation leaves
• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible work arrangements (depending on client engagement)
• Continuous training, mentoring, and professional development
• Exposure to diverse industries and international practices through Grant Thornton’s global network.

Be Part of Something Bigger

At P&A Grant Thornton, you won’t just crunch numbers—you’ll help businesses grow, communities thrive, and your career flourish. If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to a firm that values excellence, integrity, and innovation, we’d love to meet you.