GROVER ABELLA
New York
Summary
Senior Associate at Ernst & Young (EY) LLP New York Office, assigned to FSO Wealth and Asset Management industry. More than 7 years of in-depth external audit experience, mostly under Financial Services and Wealth & Asset Management Industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate (Level 4)
EY LLP
New York
07.2022 - Current
- In charge with the overall audit process under Wealth and Asset Management Industry
- Taking on a managerial role and leading responsibilities in audit engagements
Senior Associate (Level 4)
EY Suriname
12.2021 - 07.2022
- In charge with the overall audit process
- Performing supervisory roles. Project management and metrics. Timely communication of audit issues to executives.
- Assigned to different local audit engagements.
Senior Associate (Level 3&4)
EY Jamaica
03.2020 - 05.2021
- In charge with the overall audit process
- Performing supervisory roles. Project management and metrics. Timely communication of audit issues to executives
- Member of the EY-Caribbean Digital Audit Advisor’s Team – conducts and facilitates training on the latest EY Digital Tools relevant to the assurance practice.
- Assigned to key accounts of the local audit practice (Exim Bank of Jamaica, FirstCaribbeanBank, National Housing Trust and Nestle).
- Loaned to FAAS for an IFRS 16: Leases engagement for LASCO Jamaica Ltd
Senior Associate (Level 2)
EY GDS Philippines
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Overall in charge of the audit process — from planning the audit approach and designing audit strategies to execution and delivery of report in compliance with the firm’s global audit methodologies
- Served as the primary support of the Audit Team catered by EY-GDS Philippines – (Hongkong, Cayman & Australia markets)
- One of the highest performing team in Hong Kong department. Nominated and selected for secondment in EY Hong Kong.
Senior Associate (Level 1&2)
SGV & Co
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: A member firm of Ernst & Young
- Overall in-charge of full financial statements audit process - from designing and formulating detailed audit approach and strategies to execution of procedures and delivery of completed work in line with firm-wide general audit methodologies and applicable auditing and accounting standards.
- Provides hands-on supervision and detailed review on outputs of 5 or more junior associates to ensure delivery of high-quality work within agreed timeline.
- Direct communications and collaborations with Fund Administrators, Investment Managers, clients, onshore and offshore audit teams regarding the audit status, requests and queries, discussion of issues and/or concerns, and resolutions.
- Performs detailed review of Fund Annual Returns (FAR) to help clients on their compliance with Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA).
- A member firm of Ernst & Young
Senior Associate (Level 2)
SGV & Co
Davao
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Company Overview: A member firm of Ernst & Young
- Overall in charge of the audit process – from planning the audit approach and designing audit strategies.
- Provided coaching and on the job development to staff and provided meaningful experience evaluation.
- A member firm of Ernst & Young
Audit Associate I and II
SGV & Co
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Company Overview: A member firm of Ernst & Young
- Direct participation on full financial statements audit process
- Understanding of the clients’ business and industry and identification of associated risks that may impact fair presentation of financial statements
- A member firm of Ernst & Young
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Xavier University – Ateneo De Cagayan
Skills
- Project Management - Assurance
- Team player
References
Available upon request.
Industry Exposure
- Wealth and Asset Management (CIMA registered Stand Alone, Segregated Portfolio, Master-Feeder, Umbrella Funds) under IFRS.
- Master-Feeder Fund under US GAAP.
- Bank and Capital Markets, Insurance (investment management services).
- Manufacturing & Retail Goods, Shipping & Logistics.
- Hotel & Hospitality, Leasing (Malls and Airports).
- Government Agencies (Compliance Audit).
Timeline
Senior Associate (Level 4)
EY LLP
07.2022 - Current
Senior Associate (Level 4)
EY Suriname
12.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Associate (Level 3&4)
EY Jamaica
03.2020 - 05.2021
Senior Associate (Level 2)
EY GDS Philippines
07.2019 - 12.2019
Senior Associate (Level 2)
SGV & Co
02.2019 - 03.2019
Senior Associate (Level 1&2)
SGV & Co
10.2018 - 06.2019
Audit Associate I and II
SGV & Co
01.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Xavier University – Ateneo De Cagayan
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