Alicia S. Columbres is an audit and assurance partner of KPMG Philippines and has over 27 years of audit experience. She has significant exposure to audits of companies in various industries, including those in the Top 1,000 corporations in the Philippines, some of which are listed in the Philippine Stock Exchange.
Alicia also has extensive experience in the private sector in various capacities involving finance and accounting, having previously worked with private companies as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). She also has teaching experience. Her knowledge extends to IFRS and other external reporting requirements. Additionally, she has significant experience in international and group audit engagements. With her extensive experience in providing financial statement audits across different industries, she adds value to clients by not only identifying critical issues but also providing practical solutions to these issues. She is also a trusted advisor to clients, sharing with them her experiences, industry knowledge, and expertise.