Ronnel John Lao To
Senior Assurance Associate
Makati City,Metro Manila
Summary
Efficient Senior Audit Associate equipped with skills in team leadership, audit planning, and is technically proficient. Proven capabilities in external audits and client relations across a wide variety of clients ranging from listed entities to small businesses. Accomplished in training and mentoring staff to build strong teams and consistently achieve auditing goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assurance Associate
SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co
Makati
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication tactics and reliable service delivery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles and industry standards, providing expert guidance during audits.
- Contributed to the success of internal training programs by sharing expertise in specific auditing subjects with colleagues.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans to address high-risk areas, improving overall effectiveness of audits conducted.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management detailing audit findings, recommendations, and action plans for improvement.
- Managed multiple concurrent engagements while meeting tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Streamlined the audit process by developing customized templates that increased productivity without sacrificing quality.
- Performed detailed testing on revenue recognition policies, validating accuracy of reported earnings for clients.
- Enhanced client relationships through consistent communication and timely response to inquiries.
- Analyzed complex financial transactions to detect potential fraud or misstatements within client records.
- Delegated work to team members and student interns to share workload and continue meeting audit goals.
- Developed and executed strategy for audit engagements.
- Led extensive audit programs based upon prior approved audit plans to evaluate management of institutional activities.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
- Managed strong client relationships to deliver exceptional service and maintain repeat business.
Assurance Associate
SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co
Makati
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Safeguarded clients'' assets with diligent risk assessments and recommending appropriate internal controls.
- Contributed to business development efforts by proactively identifying opportunities for expanding assurance services offerings.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely for management review.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, ensuring accurate application throughout all assurance engagements.
- Improved team collaboration by fostering open communication and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Managed multiple simultaneous audit projects, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the assurance department by regularly sharing best practices with colleagues at firm-wide meetings or training sessions.
- Supported clients during external audits, addressing inquiries promptly to ensure timely completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
04.2001 -
Skills
Financial statement analysis
Account Reconciliation
Accounting Software
Risk Assessment
Accounting Principles
Financial statements expertise
Proficient soft skills
Professional Skepticism
Accounting principles knowledge
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Microsoft Office
Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Senior Assurance Associate - SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co
09.2023 - 07.2024
Assurance Associate - SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co
12.2021 - 09.2023
St. Paul University Philippines - Bachelor of Science, Accountancy
04.2001 -