Independence Assistant Director

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Role 
Assistant Director 
Job Title 
Oceania Independence Assistant Director - Audit and Assurance Independence Procedures 
Rank 
63 
GDS Risk Management Services 
Service Function 
Career Family 
Oceania Independence 
Philippines 
Location 
About EY: 
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver 
help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. A global leader in professional 
services, EY is committed to restoring the public’s trust in professional services firms and in the quality of financial 
reporting. Its 230,000 people in over 140 countries pursue the highest levels of integrity, quality, and professionalism 
in providing a range of sophisticated services centred on our core competencies of auditing, accounting, finance, tax, 
and transactions.  
About EY’s Global Delivery Services (GDS):  
GDS is EY's shared services organization. It consists of multiple service delivery centers from which Client Service and 
Enablement Services teams operate to deliver a range of support and services to EY. To work with Global Delivery 
Services is to tap into one of EY's greatest global assets – 40,000 smart, dedicated and incredibly responsive people 
based in six countries. 
About Risk Management Services (RMS):  
The Risk Management Services (RMS) Team at EY plays an important role in managing the firm’s internal risks 
associated with accepting a new client or engagement and with ongoing audit and non-audit engagements. Formed in 
2007, RMS is growing rapidly as a Center of Excellence for all standardized quality- and compliance-related activities. 
The individual will be part of the RMS Philippines Team, which is composed of more than a hundred team members. 
Job Description: 
We are looking for an experienced Independence Assistant Director with demonstrated experience in applying auditor 
independence rules and regulations. The role supports EY’s assessment of and compliance with external auditor 
independence requirements when an organization is considering an audit tender or appointing EY as its auditor. The 
Independence Assistant Director will work closely with EY Oceania’s Audit and Assurance professionals to identify 
existing services and business relationships that may affect auditor independence, assess the implications, and provide 
technical input on the safeguards or conclusions required to ensure that EY is independent and appropriately 
positioned to accept the audit appointment. 
This role would suit someone who has demonstrated experience in an existing auditor independence role, is 
comfortable managing multiple internal stakeholders and navigating complex independence rules and regulatory 
matters through to resolution, and has knowledge of independence regulatory materials and international standards, 
such as the IESBA Code and US SEC independence regulations. The role requires an advanced ability to interpret local 
policies and regulatory requirements and translate them into clear, practical actions. 
You will work alongside an experienced group of Oceania Independence professionals who are focused on doing the 
right thing for EY and our clients. You will be an independent self-starter with strong customer service skills. You will 
thrive in a busy environment with diverse consultations and interactions. You will embrace change and be excited by 
the possibilities it brings. You will enjoy variety and appreciate that each day may be quite different from what you 
planned, as this is the nature of this diverse role. 
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Key job responsibilities: 
• Review prospective audit clients to identify and evaluate existing services, engagements or relationships that 
could create auditor independence concerns. 
• Coordinate remediation activities, including working with relevant teams to terminate, complete or modify 
services or relationships and address other independence matters where required. 
• Provide technical guidance and expert input to assist internal stakeholders in complying with independence 
rules and regulations when considering new services.   
• Manage the transition process from identification through to resolution, keeping track of outstanding matters, 
actions, owners and deadlines. 
• Analyse facts through a review of documentation provided by internal stakeholders to apply auditor 
independence policies and firm processes.  
• Communicate with internal stakeholders about compliance with auditor independence policies and firm 
processes. 
• Support the wider Independence and Risk Management team on a variety of risk and compliance issues and 
topics. 
• Develop and coach junior staff. 
• Mentor staff, conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff. 
• Build relationships with EY teams and colleagues through networking and consultations and champion 
Independence. 
• Develop an understanding of the full range of services that the firm provides to meet EY Oceania’s client 
requirements, the firm’s tools and solutions, and the audit acceptance processes. 
• Report to the Oceania Independence Team and the RMS Philippines Team. 
• Participate in online and on-site engagement activities of RMS Philippines, RMS, GDS Philippines, and Oceania 
Independence. 
Qualifications: 
• At least a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a reputable university. 
• At least eight years of work experience, including at least five years in an audit independence role in a 
professional services environment. 
• Demonstrated experience in applying auditor independence rules to assess new audit clients during an audit 
pursuit. 
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate activities across multiple 
teams. 
• A self-driven, highly motivated personality, with curiosity and a strong desire to learn. 
• A proven track record of working efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment under time pressure, with a 
willingness to roll up your sleeves. 
• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and relevant professional qualifications, such as chartered 
accountancy, certified public accountancy, or certification in risk management and/or compliance (an 
advantage). 
• A high level of skill in networking, team building and stakeholder management. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills, including but not limited to listening 
actively, adapting communication styles, asking questions, communicating clearly and concisely, and giving 
and receiving feedback.   
• A growth mindset and willingness to learn, including being proactive and open to asking questions. 
• Sound analytical capabilities and comfort with spreadsheets, data manipulation and analysis, and contractual 
agreements. 
• A keen eye for detail and a quality-driven approach. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously. 
• A team-oriented approach and willingness to help other team members as required. 
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Ideally, you’ll also have: 
• Expertise in applying independence rules to evaluate the permissibility of non-audit services to audit clients. 
• A meticulous, thorough and systematic approach. 
• Critical-thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills. 
• Sound knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel. 
• Knowledge of AI and automation (a plus). 
What we offer 
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine (9) locations – 
Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Mexico, Sri Lanka, Spain, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service 
lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to 
advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you 
will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce 
you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.  
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.  
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your 
way.  
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world 
needs.  
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help 
others find theirs.  
About EY 
EY | Building a better working world 
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build 
trust in the capital markets.  
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help 
clients grow, transform and operate.  
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new 
answers for the complex issues facing our world today. 
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 
The exceptional EY experience – it’s yours to build. 
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EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.