Question 1

What is offshore audit staffing?

Accepted Answer

Offshore audit staffing gives your Australian firm dedicated Philippines-based audit professionals who work inside your systems and under your supervision, like an extension of your in-house team.

Question 2

Is APAC an audit firm?

Accepted Answer

No. APAC (Australia Philippines Assurance Corporation) is a staffing and professional support company. Your firm retains responsibility for supervision, quality control, independence, audit opinions and sign-off.

Question 3

Why hire audit staff from the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

The Philippines has a large pool of accounting graduates and CPAs, strong English communication, familiarity with international standards and working hours that overlap with Australian business hours.

Question 4

What audit work can offshore staff do?

Accepted Answer

Substantive testing, controls documentation, workpaper preparation, SMSF file preparation, internal audit support, engagement administration and technical research. Judgement and sign-off stay with your team.

Question 5

Do offshore staff work Australian hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Teams align to Australian business hours so your managers can collaborate and review in real time.

Question 6

Can they use our audit software?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Team members are onboarded to your platforms and file structures, such as CaseWare and your workflow and document systems.

Question 7

How much does offshore audit staffing cost?

Accepted Answer

Cost depends on the role, experience level and whether support is full-time or part-time. Contact us with your requirements and we'll discuss a structure that fits your firm.

Question 8

How long does it take to start?

Accepted Answer

Timing depends on the role. Typically a few weeks from brief to an onboarded team member, including recruitment and system onboarding.

Question 9

How is client data kept confidential?

Accepted Answer

Professionals sign confidentiality agreements, work in a controlled environment and follow your firm's data handling policies, working inside systems you control.

Question 10

Can we start with one person?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many firms start with a single dedicated professional and scale as workflows and review processes are established.

Question 11

Do you support SMSF audits?

Accepted Answer

Yes — file preparation, documentation review, query tracking and workflow, with the approved SMSF auditor retaining sign-off.

Question 12

What's the difference between dedicated staff and outsourcing?

Accepted Answer

Dedicated staff work only for your firm under your direction. Traditional outsourcing sends work to a shared pool. Dedicated staff build knowledge of your methodology and clients over time.

Question 13

Who can apply to work with APAC?

Accepted Answer

Audit, assurance, accounting and business support professionals in the Philippines, from experienced auditors to emerging talent.

Question 14

Will I work with Australian firms?

Accepted Answer

Yes. APAC professionals support Australian audit and assurance firms, working within their systems and teams.

Question 15

Do I need Australian audit experience?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Experience with audit or accounting work helps, and you'll be onboarded to Australian-focused workflows.

Question 16

Are there open vacancies now?

Accepted Answer

Roles open as firms' needs change. Send your details and we'll contact you when an opportunity matches your background.

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