Senior Associate Compliance and Assurance Group (CAG)

Job Summary

The Senior Associate – Compliance and Assurance Group (CAG) is responsible for leading

complex client engagements, reviewing the work of Junior Associates, and ensuring the

quality of audit and tax compliance services.

Senior Associates play a key role in developing technical expertise, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining client relationships while also progressing toward operational leadership roles.

The Senior Associate focuses on strengthening technical skills, handling simpler engagements independently, and supporting team objectives.

High-performing Senior Associates are considered for promotion to Operations Manager,

where they take on full engagement management and team leadership responsibilities.

Education

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA required or in progress; additional certifications (CMA, MBA) are an advantage.
  
  

Experience

• 3–5 years in audit, tax compliance, or assurance.
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of IFRS, PFRS, ISAs, and Philippine tax
  
  

regulations.

• Engagement Leadership: Ability to manage engagements, supervise teams, and
  
  

ensure service quality.

• Client Relationship Management: Maintaining strong professional
  
  

communication and service excellence.

• Process Improvement: Experience in engagement workflow optimization and
  
  

automation.

• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to address complex client issues.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Proven experience in guiding junior staff and fostering professional development.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Base Salary: Competitive, aligned with industry standards.
• Performance Incentives: Based on engagement quality, leadership performance, and client satisfaction.
• Profit Sharing: Eligibility for team-level profit-sharing programs based on service line performance.
• Additional Benefits:
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• CPA/CMA certification study support and professional development allowances.
• Access to leadership coaching, technical workshops, and industry conferences.
• Flexible work arrangements, mentorship opportunities, and career growth support.