JBS Practice Reviews

I have been with JBS for almost 7 years and was needed to move out of Singapore to expand my territories overseas. I worked my way up from being an audit semi-senior to audit manager within such time frame. Audit is not for jokers. A good amount of patience, resiliency and hard work are essential attributes. But having a little bit of humour and being a free-spirited soul will help you along the way. My journey with JBS made me an improved person professionally and personally. Some of the best things about working in JBS are as follows:- - Opportunities to work with overseas clients. This opportunity is not for a faint-hearted. A well-deserved staff are being given this privilege to travel, immerse with foreign clients and embrace their culture and way of work for a short period of time. A great exposure for auditors. - Some clients are specialised industries and may not be found in other firms. A client-wide exposure is available. - Staff are rotated to different managers and different types of clients. - Provides non-assurance engagements exposure to well-deserving people. - Support career progression for well-deserving people. - Supportive partner and managers but at the same time they will push you to be your best. - Support work life balance environment for efficient and effective people. - Annual company team building is being organised (sometimes overseas). - I had met wonderful clients which eventually became friends. - If the boss is around the office or if he comes back from his overseas trip, he would give staff food and treats. - As for staff salaries and benefits, I believe the firm provides a little bit higher rate, as compared to other firms, and reasonable staff benefits such as exam leave, regular training, etc.

Career Opportunities  Performance based and there is no significant competition as management will help you progress based on your technical competence and leadership skills, with proper communication of your career goals.  Management holds relevant industry/standard-based training during off-peak. Compensations & Benefits  Competitive and above market average for a similar size Audit firm. Work/Life Balance  Typical busy season cycle but you have more flexibility in terms of deliverables, especially that they have an audit tool system. More efficient working process.  Management conducts Company trips and activities to bond and enjoy outside work. Senior Management  Closely managed by the Partner with Directors and few Senior Managers and Managers. Culture & Values  Open door policy. There isn’t much bureaucracy in terms of escalating/ communicating concerns. You can always speak with management.