Belfast accountancy firm, Sumer Northern Ireland has announced two new appointments to its audit department, cementing the firm’s current capabilities and expertise for clients based across the UK, Ireland, Australia and the US.
Delivering more than 200 individual audit options for SMEs, owner-managed businesses, large groups and foreign direct investment (FDI) entities, Sumer NI’s 44 strong audit team has welcomed Jayce Bautista and Jeffrey Laryea.
Recently appointed as Corporate Audit Manager, Jayce brings a wealth of international experience to the role alongside his firm interest in innovation, technology and automation. Having also worked in the Philippines, holding an MBA in Financial Management and currently completing a PhD in International Accountancy, Jayce will lead engagements with both clients and teams, identifying risks, mentoring junior staff members and seeking opportunities to make processes more effective.
In addition, Jeffrey Laryea, accountancy graduate and member of ACA and CIMA, comes to Sumer NI as an Audit Manager with an established background in risk assessment, internal controls and stakeholder management. Jeffrey’s previous experience will enable him to provide Sumer NI’s clients with technical expertise in audit, financial reporting and risk management, alongside delivering tailored expert advice.
Commenting on the appointments, Brian Clerkin, Managing Partner at Sumer NI said: “The role of audit is changing rapidly and having a firm understanding of business operations and the wider landscape has never been more essential to delivering a high-quality service to our corporate audit clients.
“Audit is one of our key services, and our team brings a broad range of experience and knowledge across many aspects of the function, which enables us to provide clients with strategic insight that goes far beyond compliance. These latest appointments will further reinforce our capabilities, ensuring that we continue to offer a comprehensive, proactive and commercially focussed service to businesses across a wide range of sectors and marketplaces.”
Sumer Northern Ireland is currently recruiting for a number of roles across various levels and departments. To find out more, visit the website: www.sumerni.co.uk.