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How we make the difference

Operating in a dynamic business environment characterized by rapid change, innovation and uncertainty can be quite challenging. That is why it is important for businesses to be anchored by their purpose and be guided by their values. In our firm, our purpose is clear – To Inspire Confidence, Empower Change – and we do this by abiding by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, and For Better. ​

To ensure that we make a positive impact to our people, clients, communities, and stakeholders, we committed to enact positive change across the four pillars of Planet, People, Prosperity and Governance. In our 2023 Impact Plan update, we detail our environmental, social and governance efforts under these four Pillars, highlighting what we have done so far to operationalize our commitments and embed our values into our culture. Additionally, we have critically assessed where we are in shaping a better future through our continuous improvement in our systems, policies, and procedures to harness our capabilities of addressing evolving challenges to bring about enduring, impactful change and contribute to sustainable development at the local and global scales.​

Sharon G. Dayoan Chairman and CEO
KPMG in the Philippines

How we make the difference

At KPMG in the Philippines, we recognize our responsibility to lead by example. Though our ESG services multiply our own positive impact through helping clients transform their businesses – we must walk the talk. We are holding ourselves accountable to our Impact commitments to deliver on our purpose to Inspire Confidence, Empower Change.​ ​

Our 2023 Impact Plan update stands as a pivotal milestone, providing a comprehensive reflection on our progress, goals and commitments within our sustainability journey. Under the Governance Pillar, upholding ethical business conduct remains ingrained in our corporate ethos, with the Department of Professional Practice (DPP) and Risk Management (RM) teams continually enhancing data and information security through policy enhancements, procedural refinements, strengthened controls and training initiatives. Our governance policies, including our Code of Conduct, serve as pillars ensuring exceptional professional services, accountability and transparency to stakeholders.​​

Emmanuel P. Bonoan Vice Chairman and COO and Head of Advisory
KPMG in the Philippines

How we make the difference

Our work on ESG and Sustainability at KPMG in the Philippines goes beyond compliance—it is about creating impactful and purposeful solutions addressing the complex and ever-changing ESG issues that our civilization faces today, which we do hand in hand with our clients and stakeholders. For KPMG in the Philippines, we see the sustainability landscape as a fundamental opportunity for innovation, growth, and purpose-led, impact-driven, long-term value creation to respond to the concerns of our clients and other stakeholders. ​​

In our first Impact Plan update, we have worked towards our commitments we have developed in 2022. We have taken actions for these commitments across our four Pillars.​

Kristine I. Aguirre Advisory Partner and ESG Lead
KPMG in the Philippines

Our highlights at a glance

Measuring our progress to creating long-term value and building a more sustainable future
Governance

Governance

  • 95% rating in Ethical Practices category from the latest 2022 KPMG Global People Survey (GPS)​
  • Inaugural KPMG R.G Manabat Impact update to be published annually​
  • Zero notifiable data breaches​
  • Zero cases of non-compliance with laws and regulations​
  • Zero reported cases of bribery and corruption​
People

People

  • Women Representation:​ 70% in leadership, 60% in workforce
  • 90% employee satisfaction in the Employee Engagement category​
  • 95% employee satisfaction in the Inclusion and Diversity category
  • Launched our KPMG PH ESG Curriculum
Planet

Planet

  • Implemented waste reduction measures: waste segregation, scrap disposal, operation waste reduction
  • 100% spending on local suppliers
  • Work for Excellence working arrangement
Prosperity

Prosperity

  • Php 817,620 in donations to humanitarian and non-profit organizations
  • 2023 Philippine Tax Firm of the Year
  • 3,179 total volunteering hours
  • 16% average increase in our workforce across service lines
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Governance

Our Purpose and Values guide everything we do.

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People

Creating a caring, inclusive, Purpose-led and Values-driven culture.

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Planet

Reducing our impact on the environment to build a more sustainable and resilient future.

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Prosperity

Making a positive social and economic impact.

Our Pillars that Drive Change


  • Champion diversity, inclusion, and gender equality where everyone can thrive and make opportunities for themselves and others​
  • Protect the physical and mental health and well-being of our people
  • Foster a learning culture where our people continuously grow and develop their essential and technical skills​
  • Respect and defend human rights​

  • Reduce our carbon footprint​​
  • Report our carbon footprint and climate performance​
  • Drive sustainable climate practices in our operations​​

Purposeful Business
  • Operate the business in accordance with our purpose – to inspire confidence and empower change​​
  • Do work that matters which can create a positive difference for our clients, people, and communities
  • Lead the profession in audit quality​ ​
Education and Communities
  • Uplift our communities through the KPMG R.G. Manabat Foundation which aims to improve communities through education, scholarship and community development programs​
  • Champion education through scholarships and other knowledge-sharing activities

  • Act lawfully, ethically, and in the public interest
  • Work against corruption in all its forms​
  • Maintain client confidentiality​​

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How we make the difference

Operating in a dynamic business environment characterized by rapid change, innovation and uncertainty can be quite challenging. That is why it is important for businesses to be anchored by their purpose and be guided by their values. In our firm, our purpose is clear – To Inspire Confidence, Empower Change – and we do this by abiding by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, and For Better. ​ ​

To ensure that we make a positive impact to our people, clients, communities, and stakeholders, we committed to enact positive change across the four pillars of Planet, People, Prosperity and Governance. In our 2023 Impact Plan update, we detail our environmental, social and governance efforts under these four Pillars, highlighting what we have done so far to operationalize our commitments and embed our values into our culture. Additionally, we have critically assessed where we are in shaping a better future through our continuous improvement in our systems, policies, and procedures to harness our capabilities of addressing evolving challenges to bring about enduring, impactful change and contribute to sustainable development at the local and global scales.​

In the pages ahead, you will see that our pillars provide a framework for sharing our progress. ​

As a glimpse of our efforts over the past years, we have achieved significant milestones in each of our four priority areas. Our recent certification as a Great Place to Work and our recognition as one of the Philippines’ Best Employers echo the progress we’ve made in promoting inclusivity, supporting our employees and championing ESG principles. These are just a few examples of the actions we are taking to fulfill our responsibility. We have implemented environmental initiatives such as waste segregation programs, operational waste reduction, and energy-efficient measures in our offices. We have also continued to give back to the local communities through scholarships, donations and volunteering activities. By embedding ESG considerations at the core of our operations, we envision a carbon neutral, trustworthy and responsible organization that prioritizes the planet and society as a whole.​

Naturally, we recognize there is more work to be done to meet the expectations and needs of our stakeholders. With this, we remain committed to being transparent about our progress. Our aim is for our team, clients and everyone who relies on us to have a clear understanding of where we stand now and where we are headed.​

The synergy within our firm reinforces my confidence that, through our combined efforts and a united commitment to excellence, we can achieve and even surpass our goals. With every individual playing a crucial role, our combined efforts become the driving force propelling us towards success and sustained impact.​

Guided by our Impact Plan, we remain committed to our collaborative efforts and prioritizing what truly matters, together.​



Sharon G. Dayoan

Chairman and CEO

KPMG Philippines

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