GDS Assurance - FAAS Manager - ECRA

Job Description

The FAAS Manager will lead financial accounting and advisory engagements for EY clients, supporting areas such as financial reporting, accounting conversions, technical accounting, transaction support, and controls. The role typically requires a degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field, with CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred. Candidates should have several years of audit, financial reporting, or accounting advisory experience, strong knowledge of IFRS and financial controls, and experience managing teams and client relationships. EY expects excellent communication, project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work across international teams, meet deadlines, and support business development activities.

Company Info

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is a global professional services organization providing assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and tax services. It operates through a worldwide network of member firms and serves multinational corporations, governments, financial institutions, and growing businesses. EY Global Delivery Services in the Philippines supports international EY teams through capabilities in assurance, tax, consulting, technology, finance, and business operations. The company is known for its focus on building trust in capital markets, helping organizations manage risk, improve performance, and respond to changing regulations and technology. EY offers structured career development, professional training, cross-border collaboration, and opportunities to work with clients from many industries. Its Philippine operations are concentrated mainly in Metro Manila, including Taguig, and employ professionals across accounting, technology, analytics, and advisory disciplines.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers strong opportunities in accounting, audit, finance, IT, shared services, customer operations, engineering, and business-process outsourcing, especially in Metro Manila, Cebu, and emerging cities such as Davao and Iloilo. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, social, and English-speaking, making workplace integration relatively easy for international professionals. Lifestyle ranges from fast-paced urban living in Manila to more relaxed coastal and provincial communities. Costs vary widely, with Metro Manila requiring the highest housing and commuting budgets. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work visa, commonly a 9(g) pre-arranged employee visa, with an Alien Employment Permit where applicable. Employers usually assist with immigration procedures. A valid passport, employment contract, health checks, and supporting qualifications may be required. The country offers excellent beaches, food, diving, and island travel, but newcomers should prepare for traffic, tropical weather, and occasional typhoons.