ADN_AUDIT_Americas_FS_FSO_INS_MNL_Staff 1

Role summary

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The Audit Staff 1 role supports EY’s Financial Services Organization, focusing on insurance-sector audit engagements. Responsibilities typically include testing financial records and controls, preparing audit documentation, analyzing account balances, identifying risks, and communicating findings to senior team members. Applicants generally need a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field; CPA eligibility or progress is advantageous. Strong analytical, numerical, written, and verbal communication skills are expected, along with basic knowledge of accounting standards and Microsoft Excel. Candidates should be organized, willing to learn, comfortable working with deadlines and international teams, and available for extended hours or occasional client-site travel during peak audit periods.

About the employer

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is a global professional services organization providing assurance, consulting, strategy, tax, and transaction services. It operates across many countries and serves clients ranging from major multinational corporations to growing private businesses and public-sector organizations. In the Philippines, EY has offices including Taguig and supports local and international engagements through audit, tax, consulting, and financial-services teams. The firm’s Financial Services Organization works with banks, insurers, asset managers, and other financial institutions. EY is known for structured learning, professional certification support, international collaboration, and exposure to complex client projects. Employees commonly work in multidisciplinary teams and may have opportunities to develop technical, business, leadership, and industry-specific skills.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities concentrated in Metro Manila, Cebu, and emerging business hubs such as Clark and Davao. Finance, accounting, technology, shared services, tourism, healthcare, and business-process outsourcing are major sectors. Taguig, particularly Bonifacio Global City, offers modern offices, restaurants, transport links, and a relatively international lifestyle, although housing and commuting can be costly. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, and English is widely used in professional settings. The country offers beaches, mountains, diverse food, and an active social life, but tropical weather, traffic, and occasional typhoons require preparation. Foreign employees usually need employer sponsorship and an appropriate work permit or visa; requirements vary by nationality and role. Relocating candidates should budget for housing, healthcare, transport, documents, and deposits, and confirm immigration arrangements with EY before arrival.