EYFR - Senior Associate - CBS - Independence

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As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. This is what makes us different, and renders working here a unique, lifetime experience. 

EY Ford Rhodes Chartered Accountants is a member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited (EYGL) providing Assurance, Tax, Consulting and Strategy & Transaction Advisory services to our clients, both global and local, operating out of or seeking advice on doing business in Pakistan. With its Principal Office in Karachi and branches in Lahore and Islamabad, EY Ford Rhodes has been operating in Pakistan since 1948.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a highly efficient, detail-oriented, and strongly skilled Associate Independence Team Member who has a deep understanding and ability to maintain high standards of independence in professional judgements and actions. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate sound ethical behavior and decision-making skills in their day-to-day tasks and have an ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify potential conflicts of interest and independence issues related to clients and employees.
• Communicate efficiently and periodically with management about risk management procedures and their implementation.
• Interpret and apply independence rules and regulations according to company’s policy and relevant professional standards.
• Monitor changes in professional standards relating to independence and report impacts to leadership.
• Maintain confidential client information systems, accurately documenting relevant data accordingly.
• Analyze the client structure, its affiliates, service line and people of the firm in order to be Independent from the audit client with regards to different regulatory authorities.
• Use tools and techniques to perform independence related checks on various audit and non-audit clients.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing to strategies and providing suggestions improved best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members, fostering a cooperative working environment.
• Engage in independence monitoring programs and process improvement initiatives.
• Promote commitment to ethics, audit quality, risk management, and independence within the firm.
• Participate in additional risk management and independence projects as needed.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Compliance, or any related field.
• Proven experience in Independence or Risk Management domain; preferably within a professional services firm or similar environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of professional independence regulations.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to details and documentation standards.
• Critical thinking, analytical and research skills with the ability to evaluate information to make a decision
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with utmost confidentiality and discretion.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Independent, analytical and intuitive mind with strong critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented perspective.
• Strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethics and professional conduct.
• Ability to multitask and balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Flexible, proactive and able to work under minimal supervision.

Join us in creating a cooperative and accountable working environment where you can enhance your professional growth while maintaining the highest standards of independence and ethical conduct. We offer competitive compensation and a collaborative culture to all our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

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.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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