Silver Kim Ibale
Dublin
Summary
Philippine Certified Public Accountant and currently an Audit & Assurance Assistant Manager at Grant Thornton Ireland with over 8 years of experience in audit, review, and non-assurance engagements. Diverse client portfolio includes tech, consumer manufacturing, agriculture, shared service center, travel technology, BPO, shipbuilding, steel, and a thrift bank, among others. I enjoy working with people from all over the world and have international experience working with engagement teams in Southeast Asia, Egypt, Australia, Japan, US and UK. When I am not working, I spend my time taking care of my siblings, volunteering, freediving, and exploring new noodle and dumpling places & cities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager, Audit & Assurance
Grant Thornton Ireland
Dublin
01.2024 - Current
- I oversee audit engagements, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
- I support the Audit Director/ Partner by supervising audit teams, reviewing work, and mentoring junior staff
- I manage client relationships, addressing queries and delivering insights
- I ensure audits are completed on time and within budget.
Audit Senior, Audit & Assurance
Grant Thornton Ireland
Dublin
01.2022 - 12.2023
- I led audit engagements, ensuring timely and efficient completion while preparing and reviewing financial statements
- I supervised and mentored junior staff, fostering their professional growth
- I developed and maintained strong client relationships, addressing queries and providing value-added insights
- My role required ensuring compliance with auditing standards and methodologies.
Branch Head and Assistant Audit & Assurance Manager
Deloitte Southeast Asia
Cebu
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed day-to-day operations of the Branch serving client portfolio in Visayas and Mindanao regions of the Philippines
- Worked closely with other functions (i.e
- Risk Advisory, Transfer Pricing, Tax and Corporate Services) in carrying out engagements and ensuring seamless delivery of services
- Ensured the right mix of seniority, industry experience, and technical expertise among the staff
- Led the Corporate Social Responsibility projects of the Branch, including Impact Day events, Deloitte WorldClass initiatives, and SOS Children's Village projects.
Assistant Audit & Assurance Manager
Deloitte Southeast Asia
Cebu
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed audit engagements, enhanced client relationships, and oversaw pre-engagement tasks, including proposal preparation and budgeting
- Tailored audit procedures to client complexity, assessed internal controls, and conducted training for senior and junior staff.
Audit Senior (in Mobility)
Deloitte Southeast Asia
Bangkok
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Performed financial audit fieldwork for various companies, including a US-listed travel technology firm, a customer experience and retail company, and a manufacturing company
- Reviewed component auditors' papers, conducted substantive and analytical review procedures on financial statements, and identified business environment weaknesses
- Also, conducted a basic financial statements review for a multinational construction and steel company and collaborated with NGOs for the Deloitte WorldClass CSR initiative.
Audit Senior
Deloitte Southeast Asia
Cebu
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with clients for planning and closing meetings, and general business discussions
- Reviewed audit work papers, offered guidance on complex issues, and actively participates in audit procedures
- Assists the team by motivating, assigning tasks, managing job planning, addressing training needs, and overseeing staff-related matters
- Supervises and trains junior staff to uphold firm standards throughout the entire audit process.
Audit Junior
Deloitte Southeast Asia
Cebu
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Performed necessary financial audit fieldwork through audit procedures and techniques designed by the audit senior and other innovations of the firm
- Performed substantive and analytical review procedures on audited financial statement figures
- Determined weaknesses in the client's business environment and reports any findings to management and those charged with governance for suggestions and improvements through formal communication
- Assisted in the preparation of the independent auditor's report, audited financial statements (including notes to financial statements), income tax returns and other requirements by the different regulating bodies of the government, such as the Bureau of Internal Revenue and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Branch Officer
The Rock Solid Ventures and Development Inc. (Real Estate Developer)
Cebu
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Handled day-to-day operations of the Branch
- Developed a system of reporting results of operations and template reports
- Assisted on client queries
- Scheduled collections of payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy -
University of San Jose - Recoletos
Cebu, Philippines10.2015
Skills
- Financial Statements Audit
- Internal Controls
- Agreed Upon Procedures
- Compliance Audits
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Business Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Online Collaboration Tools
- Income Tax Computation
- Tax Accounting
Industryexposure
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Shared Services Center & Technical Support Services
- Financial Services
- Shipbuilding & Steel
- Broadcasting & Professional Sports
- Retail
References
References available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
EMBRACE Member, Grant Thornton Ireland - Contribute to the positive growth of the ED&I organisational structure at the firm and help transform insights and capabilities into tangible, impactful and measurable ED&I outcomes. Additionally, served as a trained Mental Health Advocate for the firm. Deloitte WorldClass Champion, Deloitte Southeast Asia - WorldClass is Deloitte's global ambition to empower 100 million futures by 2030 with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities to succeed in our dynamic globalized world. In Southeast Asia, we are committed to impacting children and youth, for they are the talent and leaders of tomorrow. We leverage our knowledge, resources, and network in areas such as talent building, innovation and entrepreneurship, and digital and technology to develop programs that provide children and youth with: Informal education, Vocational education, Technical & Soft skills, Entrepreneurial/business skills, Employability skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Free Diving
- Traveling
- Volleyball
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Assistant Manager, Audit & Assurance
Grant Thornton Ireland
01.2024 - Current
Audit Senior, Audit & Assurance
Grant Thornton Ireland
01.2022 - 12.2023
Branch Head and Assistant Audit & Assurance Manager
Deloitte Southeast Asia
09.2020 - 01.2022
Assistant Audit & Assurance Manager
Deloitte Southeast Asia
09.2020 - 01.2022
Audit Senior (in Mobility)
Deloitte Southeast Asia
11.2019 - 09.2021
Audit Senior
Deloitte Southeast Asia
07.2018 - 11.2019
Audit Junior
Deloitte Southeast Asia
07.2016 - 07.2018
Branch Officer
The Rock Solid Ventures and Development Inc. (Real Estate Developer)
11.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy -
University of San Jose - Recoletos
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