Jerick Jhon T. Barnachea
Aritao
Summary
Results-driven Audit Senior with 5 years of external audit experience across diverse sectors, including retail, ,power generation, hospitality, asset management and banking. Philippine Certified Public Accountant pursuing US CPA designation. Led full-cycle audits, managed teams, and enhanced internal controls while ensuring compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and ISA standards. Delivered high-quality audit outcomes for complex multinational entities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Senior
Grant Thornton East Caribbean
St. John's
03.2024 - 03.2026
- Led audits for private funds, ensuring compliance with British Virgin Islands financial regulations.
- Directed external audits for largest clients, adhering to ISA and accounting frameworks.
- Managed client engagements through all audit phases, ensuring completion within budget constraints.
- Conducted complex audit procedures, analyzing financial data to identify risks and present findings.
- Collaborated with client management to resolve accounting discrepancies for timely audit execution.
- Mentored junior audit staff, delegating assignments and reviewing workpapers for accuracy.
- Leveraged advanced audit technologies to streamline processes and enhance data analysis quality.
- Oversaw ongoing projects across multiple industries, including asset management and power generation.
Senior Associate
PwC Philippines (Isla Lipana & Co.)
Metro Manila
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed substantive and compliance testing for audit of major bank on Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), ensuring adherence to regulations and standards.
- Executed full audit cycle procedures, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and completion, to align with IFRS and ISA requirements.
- Performed regulatory compliance testing for banking clients.
- Reviewed financial statements and supporting schedules for accuracy and regulatory compliance, enhancing reliability of financial reporting.
- Supervised and coached junior team members, reviewing workpapers and providing technical guidance.
- Participated in group audit engagements, coordinating with parent and component auditors across jurisdictions.
- Delivered engagements within reporting deadlines and quality expectations.
- Worked remotely from the Philippines, providing audit and support services to third-party multinational clients across various industries, including Banking, Manufacturing, Logistics, and SMEs.
Associate Auditor
Ernst & Young Philippines (SyCip Gorres Velayo & Company)
Metro Manila
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Audit Associate with extensive experience in the audit clients belonging in the Shipping and Logistics, Power Companies, Manufacturing, Entertainment, Medical and Insurance, ROHQs and Non-profit Organizations.
- Coordinated planning and execution of statutory audits, ensuring compliance with firm methodology and ISA.
- Evaluated internal controls, providing actionable process improvement recommendations.
- Communicated audit findings to senior team members, facilitating issue resolution with client management.
- Prepared audit working papers and performed substantive and analytical procedures.
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements and income tax returns.
- Performed administrative tasks for the engagement team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of The Cordilleras
Baguio City01-2019
Skills
- Audit testing and documentation
- Financial analysis and accounting
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management and prioritization
- Mentoring and coaching
- Team support and collaboration
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Work discipline
References
Available upon request
Affiliation
Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
Eligibility Certifications
Certified Public Accountant, Philippine Professional Regulation Commission, 2022-01-01
Timeline
Audit Senior
Grant Thornton East Caribbean
03.2024 - 03.2026
Senior Associate
PwC Philippines (Isla Lipana & Co.)
08.2022 - 12.2023
Associate Auditor
Ernst & Young Philippines (SyCip Gorres Velayo & Company)
10.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of The Cordilleras