Tax & Audit Manager (Signing Bonus for CPAs)

UNA Tax & Accounting Services; Pasig; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

UNA Tax & Accounting Services in Pasig, Metro Manila seeks a Senior Leader to drive audit, assurance, and tax engagements. You will ensure compliance with IFRS, PFRS, PSA, and Philippine tax laws while leading teams and client relationships.

The role combines operational leadership, risk management, and engagement profitability, with a focus on quality control and strategic firm objectives. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CPA qualification required.
• 7-10 years of total experience in audit, tax compliance, or assurance.
• At least 5 years in leadership or management driving operational efficiency.
• Strong capability in managing concurrent engagements and client relationships.
• Deep expertise in financial reporting, auditing standards, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit, assurance, tax compliance, and government process engagements.
• Develop engagement plans, risk assessments, and procedures per IFRS/PH standards.
• Allocate resources, monitor progress, and review deliverables before submission.
• Mentor Senior and Junior Associates to grow technical competency.
• Drive operational efficiency and profitability tracking for engagements.
• Maintain strong client relationships and lead kick-off discussions.
• Ensure engagements stay within budgeted hours and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Operational efficiency

Projects management

Financial reporting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA qualification

CMA or MBA (advantage)

Tools

Workflow automation tools

Engagement management tools

Job description

About the role

Lead the delivery of audit, assurance, tax compliance, and government process engagements while ensuring compliance with firm policies, regulatory standards, IFRS, PFRS, PSA, and Philippine tax laws. This role combines operational leadership, client relationship management, team development, quality control, and engagement profitability to support high-quality service delivery and the firm's strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee audit, assurance, tax compliance, and government process engagements to ensure they meet firm policies and regulatory standards.
• Build engagement plans, risk assessments, and audit procedures aligned with IFRS, PFRS, PSA, and Philippine tax laws.
• Allocate resources efficiently, monitor project progress using tracking tools, and review working papers, financial statements, and tax filings before submission.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach Senior and Junior Associates to foster technical competency and professional growth.
• Conduct performance evaluations, lead technical training sessions, and build a succession plan for high-potential team members.
• Act as the primary operational contact for clients by leading kick-off discussions, managing expectations, and resolving concerns promptly.
• Support the Service Line Partner in client retention efforts by maintaining strong relationships and robust compliance tracking systems.
• Deliver engagements within budgeted hours and resources to prevent cost overruns.
• Drive operational efficiency through workflow automation, technology integration, and tracking of billable hours and utilisation rates.
• Conduct internal quality control reviews and implement risk management frameworks to safeguard the firm from regulatory penalties.
• Stay up to date on evolving laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting audit, assurance, and tax compliance.
• Provide operational metrics and insights to the Service Line Partner and participate in strategic planning and firm-wide policy implementation.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is required.
• Additional certifications such as CMA or MBA are advantageous.
• 7-10 years of total experience in audit, tax compliance, or assurance.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or management role driving operational efficiency.
• Strong capability in managing concurrent engagements and maintaining client relationships.
• Deep expertise in financial reporting, auditing standards, tax regulations, and engagement budgeting and profitability tracking.
• Experience with workflow automation and engagement management tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.