GDS Consulting_Process & Controls SOX Senior

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The role supports SOX and internal-controls engagements for EY clients, including documenting business processes, assessing risks and controls, performing control testing, identifying deficiencies, and preparing clear working papers and reports. Candidates typically need a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, or a related field, along with experience in SOX, internal audit, risk consulting, or controls assurance. Knowledge of COSO, risk-control matrices, financial reporting controls, and audit methodologies is valuable. Strong analytical, writing, communication, project-management, and stakeholder-management skills are expected. Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent are advantageous. The Senior Consultant is expected to work independently, coach junior staff, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with international EY teams.

About the employer

EY, or Ernst & Young, is one of the world’s largest professional-services organizations and a member of the Big Four accounting firms. It provides assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, tax, and legal-related services to businesses, governments, and institutions. EY helps clients manage risk, improve financial reporting, modernize operations, adopt technology, and respond to regulatory and market changes. Its Global Delivery Services centers, including the Philippines, support international engagement teams through specialized expertise in audit, consulting, technology, analytics, and business operations. The Cebu center offers professionals exposure to global clients and multicultural project teams, often using structured methodologies, digital tools, and shared delivery models. EY places significant emphasis on professional development, collaboration, ethical conduct, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers strong opportunities in business-process services, IT, software development, finance, accounting, consulting, healthcare, tourism, and customer support. Manila and Cebu are the main corporate hubs, while Iloilo and Davao are growing alternatives. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, sociable, and English-friendly, making workplace integration relatively easy. Lifestyle varies from busy metropolitan living to relaxed coastal and provincial communities; food, beaches, festivals, and outdoor activities are major attractions. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa or permit, commonly arranged after receiving a job offer; requirements and processing times vary by nationality and role. Relocating employees should budget for housing, transport, health insurance, and occasional typhoon-related disruption. Cebu offers a lower cost of living than many international cities, though central neighborhoods and imported goods can be expensive.