IRENE KONG PUI CHENG

• Identify potential areas of risk exposure and developed solution to mitigate those risks.
• Conducting comprehensive external audits for MAS-regulated companies, including reinsurance, fund management, and financial advisory firms.
• Meticulously documenting audit tests and findings to ensure thorough review and analysis.
• Reviewing and updating audited financial statements drafted by clients, demonstrating a strong aptitude for problem-solving when resolving discrepancies.
• Providing invaluable training to junior staff on various auditing techniques, methodologies, and procedures, enhancing team proficiency.
• Effectively communicating with clients throughout the audit process, ensuring timely updates on progress and maintaining a collaborative working relationship.
• Involving in leading and assisting audits for listed companies and large charities, showcasing leadership and expertise.

Managed the full set of accounts for five entities in Singapore, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. This included:

• Preparing GST returns for the entities, ensuring timely submission and compliance with tax regulations.
• Producing management accounts to provide accurate financial insights for decision-making.
• Monitoring and managing company cash flows to optimize cash resources and ensure liquidity.
• Overseeing the accounts payable process, ensuring timely payments to suppliers while maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborating with auditors, suppliers, and bankers to facilitate smooth communication and address any financial queries or issues.
• Handling ad-hoc duties as assigned by the finance manager and directors, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

Led audit engagement teams to conduct thorough external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. This included:

• Drafting and reviewing financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Resolving challenging audit issues through collaboration with team members and superiors, utilizing strong problem-solving skills.
• Interacting with clients in a professional manner to address concerns and ensure satisfaction with audit services.
• Providing valuable training to junior staff on the firm's audit methodology, enhancing team proficiency and knowledge.

• Played a pivotal role in supporting the team during the planning, execution, and delivery stages of assurance engagements.
• Collaborated effectively as a team member, sharing responsibilities and ensuring regular updates to senior team members on progress.
• Conducted audits and provided assurance services to clients across diverse industries, showcasing adaptability and versatility.
• Cultivated and sustained productive working relationships with client personnel, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Traveled overseas for audit fieldwork, demonstrating a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure high-quality service delivery.

• Prepared and reviewed tax compilations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations, and handled e-filing and GST submissions, demonstrating a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
• Assisted senior auditors in performing audit procedures such as vouching, casting, and stock takes, showcasing attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Updated unrecorded account transactions into QuickBooks Accounting System, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records.