Raffy Dave Uy
Wellington
Summary
I am a Certified Public Accountant in the Philippines, a Graduate Diploma holder in Chartered Accounting under CAANZ, and an Audit Manager at Grant Thornton New Zealand. I specialize in leading and supervising audit engagements across a diverse portfolio of industries, ensuring adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and New Zealand Auditing Standards.
With extensive experience in managing large-scale group audits—including leading the firm's largest engagement comprising 51 team members (including internal experts)—I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality results. Separately, I have led audits for dual-listed entities on the NZX and ASX, demonstrating expertise in navigating complex regulatory and reporting requirements. My tenure at both Grant Thornton and Ernst & Young has sharpened my technical expertise, leadership abilities, and capacity to adapt to dynamic challenges. I am passionate about delivering exceptional client service, leveraging my analytical skills and industry knowledge to drive value and innovation. My commitment to professional growth aligns with EY Wellington's dedication to excellence, making me well-equipped to contribute to their team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AUDIT MANAGER
Grant Thornton New Zealand
09.2023 - Current
- Managing audit assignments, including leading teams of varying sizes, up to 51 members, and coordinating efforts with internal experts to deliver high-quality audits within agreed standards and timelines
- Leading audits for listed and dual-listed entities (NZX and ASX), demonstrating expertise in compliance with international and local reporting standards and regulatory frameworks
- Establishing clear audit objectives and scopes for complex engagements, ensuring efficiency, addressing risk objectives, and providing strategic input in collaboration with partners
- Overseeing comprehensive audit planning processes, including conducting client meetings, developing tailored audit strategies, reviewing requirements, and preparing detailed planning documents
- Maintaining a strategic overview of all audit phases, from fieldwork to completion, proactively identifying risks or issues and implementing effective solutions or escalating them to partners when necessary
- Conducting risk-based audits to evaluate internal controls, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and verify the accuracy of financial statements
- Ensuring audit reports are accurate and meet agreed reporting and audit standards
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
SENIOR AUDITOR
Grant Thornton New Zealand
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Acted as in-charge for the largest engagement at Grant Thornton New Zealand, managing a team of 39 members, for a listed group audit.
- Acted as in-charge for the audit processes of a dual-listed entity (NZX and ASX), delivering insights and addressing audit risk and technical accounting matters effectively.
- Coached and managed a team of audit professionals, facilitated them to have the information, tools and opportunities they need to grow
- Continually updates understanding of business trends and emerging technologies to maintain reputation as trusted auditor
- Demonstrated the ability to effectively manage the audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters
- Demonstrated expertise in primary accounting framework (IFRS) and in related financial reporting matters
SENIOR AUDITOR
Ernst & Young Philippines
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Performs complex and specific audit procedures, while developing effective, client-focused audit strategies
- Coached and managed a team of audit professionals, facilitated them to have the information, tools and opportunities they need to grow
- Continually updates understanding of business trends and emerging technologies to maintain reputation as trusted auditor
- Demonstrated the ability to effectively manage the audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters
- Demonstrated expertise in primary accounting framework (IFRS) and in related financial reporting matters
AUDITOR IN-CHARGE
Ernst & Young Philippines
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Lead audit engagements which include planning, executing, directing, and completing the audits
- Managed assigned engagements for improved efficiency
- Supervised associates of the engagement team by overseeing audit areas, reviewing their deliverables, and providing overall evaluations
JUNIOR AUDIT ASSOCIATE
Ernst & Young Philippines
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Performed audit procedures on engagements successfully from planning to conclusion phase
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the client's business processes; discuss clients' identified/observed internal control weakness and corresponding suggestion for improvement with the engagement team and client management
- Raised accounting and auditing issues identified during the engagements and offer recommended solutions
- Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage fieldwork on clients' sites including liaising
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of San Jose-Recoletos
Cebu, Philippines10.2017
Skills
- Performance Improvement
- Client Relationship Management
- Employee Development
- Financial statement review
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Audit Documentation
- Report Preparation
- Audit facilitation
- Risk Assessment
- Risk Management
- Audit management
- Audit Planning
- Analyzing financial statements
- Data Analytics
Exposures
- Automotive / Motor Retailing Industry (FRS)
- Technology Hardware and Equipment (FRS)
- Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FRS)
- Construction and Engineering (FRS)
- Healthcare equipment and supplies (PBE IPSAS)
- Automotive Manufacturing (FRS)
- Healthcare (FRS)
- Power Utilities (FRS)
- Diversified Industrial Products (FRS)
Certification
Certified Public Accountant in the Philippines
Issued by Professional Regulation Commission
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GradDipCA)
Issued by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Personal Information
Nationality: Filipino
Accreditations
- 2018 - Present, Member, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- 2024 - Present, Provisional member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Timeline
AUDIT MANAGER
Grant Thornton New Zealand
09.2023 - Current
SENIOR AUDITOR
Grant Thornton New Zealand
11.2022 - 08.2023
SENIOR AUDITOR
Ernst & Young Philippines
01.2022 - 10.2022
AUDITOR IN-CHARGE
Ernst & Young Philippines
07.2019 - 09.2020
JUNIOR AUDIT ASSOCIATE
Ernst & Young Philippines
03.2019 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
University of San Jose-Recoletos
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