Advisory Associate Risk, Compliance, SOX & Internal Controls

Job Title: Advisory Associate – Risk, Compliance, SOX & Internal Controls

Division: Advisory Services

Practice Area: Compliance & Regulatory Consulting (CRC)

About the Role:

Are you a newly licensed CPA or an Accountancy graduate looking to build a career in advisory, risk, and internal controls

As an Advisory Associate – Risk, Compliance, SOX & Internal Controls, you will work with companies across various industries to help them strengthen internal controls, manage risks, comply with regulations, and improve business processes. You will gain valuable exposure to areas such as SOX compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), data privacy, sustainability reporting, and risk management.

This role is ideal for individuals who want to expand their accounting and auditing knowledge beyond traditional external audit and develop a well-rounded consulting skill set.

What You'll Do:

As part of the Advisory team, you will:

• Assist in SOX compliance engagements and internal control reviews.
• Participate in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) audits and compliance assessments.
• Support Data Privacy audits and compliance projects.
• Help evaluate business processes and internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Assist in identifying and assessing operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify risks, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Support sustainability reporting assurance and other regulatory compliance engagements.
• Conduct research on regulatory requirements, industry standards, and leading practices.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients and senior team members to address business, risk, and compliance challenges.

What You'll Learn:

Through this role, you will gain hands-on experience in:

• Risk Advisory and Consulting
• Internal Controls Assessment and Testing
• Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
• Data Privacy Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Sustainability Reporting Assurance
• Business Process Improvement
• Client Advisory and Consulting

Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is an advantage
• Open to newly passed CPAs and entry-level candidates
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of SOX, internal controls, or risk management is an advantage but not required
• Willing to work onsite in Makati City

Why Join Us

• Work with clients from diverse industries
• Gain exposure to risk, compliance, and advisory engagements
• Develop skills beyond traditional financial audit
• Learn from experienced professionals and industry specialists
• Build a strong foundation for a career in risk advisory, internal audit, compliance, and consulting
• Enjoy continuous learning and career growth opportunities