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Financial Risk & Internal Control Specialist

Location: 

Manila, PH

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 147 billion in assets under management and more than 1900 professionals across 20 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.

What it's about

 

To strengthen our Group Financial Risk & Internal Control Team we are looking for a detail-oriented team member in Manila, Philippines, who has an interest in private markets. 

In this position, the Financial Risk & Internal Control Specialist is expected to be a professional who demonstrates significant subject matter expertise, who has the experience and knowledge to independently run and manage complex and multi-dimensional risks assessments / reviews and control testing matters with limited guidance. 

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assesses processes and controls relevant for complete and accurate financial reporting and identifying process risks and the most efficient mitigating controls
  • Assures the quality for the preparation of the Partners Group’s consolidated financial information, with particular focus on the processes, risks and controls to ensure the highest quality
  • Tests key controls relevant for Internal Control over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”), identifying gaps, and manage remediation of identified control deficiencies. 
  • Continuously reviews existing ICFR process documentation and provides updates accordingly to reflect the changing processes and environment
  • Manages effectively, efficiently and with a high level of expertise and independence complex, multi-dimensional risk assessments, processes, and control testing matters
  • Acts as a technical resource for management in the implementation of controls 
  • Conducts control effectiveness assessments across the Group for key controls relevant to the Group financial information
  • Works closely with process owners and internal/external audit to remediate deficiencies
  • Acts as the liaison between management and internal/external auditors in financial controls related matters

 

What we expect

 

We are looking for a curious and self-motivated individual with strong desire to succeed in an entrepreneurial environment where self-initiative, teamwork and enthusiasm for learning are highly valued.


Skills of a successful candidate include:

  • University Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related subject.
  • At least 3-6+ years of relevant experience in internal controls with a Big-4 audit firm or in a similar position in an international group
  • Management and coordination skills with a good grasp of control testing and audit methodology will be essential
  • Strong knowledge of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, COSO Internal Controls Framework, IT General controls and risk assessment practices
  • Good understanding of the requirements of financial reporting standards, particularly IFRS
  • Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) is a must
  • Excellent communicator capable of dealing with a wide range of internal stakeholders, keen to drive consensus and influence the outcomes
  • Team player who is enthusiastic, motivated to learn and detail-oriented.
  • Passionate to work in an international and dynamic team with strong desire to learn about private markets; industry experience not necessarily required
  • Strong analytical skills and flair for controls and process analysis
  • Ambitious and driven individual with excellent project management skills, who takes ownership and accountability, drives processes independently, meets timelines and critical deadlines
  • Relevant certifications in external/internal audit and/or ideally in the field of internal controls (such as CPA, CIA, ACCA, CCS, CICS, CICA, CFE, CFA or FRM etc.) is a plus
  • Knowledge of Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Word, experience with SAP is a plus

 


What we offer

 

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:

  • Professional, international working environment
  • Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
  • Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
  • One-month sabbatical after every five years of service
  • Education assistance program
  • Fun office and team events, including volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities

 


 

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