Frances Panlaqui
@francespanlaqui
Certified internal auditor and CPA specializing in SOX, risk, and compliance.
PhilippinesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 9+ years of experience in internal audit, risk and compliance, SOX/ICOFR testing, anti-corruption, fraud investigations, and accounting services. I have led audits and advisory projects at KPMG Philippines and supported SOX and accounting operations for SEC-registered and multinational clients across consumer products, biotech, retail/e-commerce, financial services and healthcare.
I am experienced in walkthroughs and key control testing (P2P, O2C, inventory, payroll, close), documentation to PCAOB standards, SAP and NetSuite accounting operations, FloQast reconciliations, AML/KYC systems validation, and contract/vendor management. I deliver practical remediation coordination with process owners and external auditors, and have a track record of improving templates, controls, and month-end accuracy.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Associate
Anchored Global Office
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Conduct SOX 404 testing and ICOFR walkthroughs across consumer products, biotech, retail/e-commerce and industrial clients; assessed design and operating effectiveness, documented PCAOB-standard workpapers, and coordinated remediation with process owners and external auditors.
Accounting Specialist
Upwork and Online Job PH, Freelancer
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Supported SOX testing and high-volume accounting tasks including journal entries, reconciliations, AP/AR cleanups, invoice processing and financial spreadsheet automation for remote clients.
Led internal audit and SOX/ICOFR engagements for banks, multinationals and pharma clients, conducted AML system validations and FCPA-related bribery investigations, and managed third-party audits and ICAAP support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New Era University
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Accountancy
Grade: Cum Laude
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy with academic honors (Cum Laude).
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Location
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