Jun Ji-hye, a reporter at the finance desk of The Korea Times, focuses primarily on economic policy and government agencies, mainly covering the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the Ministry of Budget and Planning, the National Tax Service and the Korea Customs Service. She previously covered financial authorities, including the Financial Services Commission and the Financial Supervisory Service, and earlier worked on the political, city and business desks, reporting on a wide range of issues.
Samil PwC CEO wins prime minister's award for inclusive hiring
Samil PwC CEO Yoon Hoon-soo, right, poses for a commemorative photo at the Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Office, Monday, after receiving a prime minister’s commendation at the government’s job creation awards hosted by the Ministry of Employment and Labor. Courtesy of Samil PwC
By Jun Ji-hye
Samil PwC CEO Yoon Hoon-soo received a prime minister’s commendation at the government’s job creation awards hosted by the Ministry of Employment and Labor, the accounting firm said Tuesday.
The awards recognize corporate leaders who play a significant role in fostering stable, high-quality employment. Yoon was honored for expanding job opportunities for both young people and vulnerable groups, including individuals with disabilities.
The nation’s largest accounting firm saw its employment of young workers rise from 406 in 2023 to 455 in 2024, a 12.3 percent increase. Employment of people with disabilities also grew, climbing from 59 to 64 during the same period, an 8.5 percent gain.
Notably, the company operates a subsidiary certified by the Korea Employment Agency for Persons with Disabilities (KEAD) as a workplace for people with disabilities, providing stable employment for 57 people and demonstrating its commitment to supporting vulnerable job seekers.
The KEAD-certified workplace is designed to promote stable jobs for people with severe disabilities and support their social integration. Under the program, companies that hire at least 10 disabled employees, meet required disability employment ratios, provide accessible facilities and pay above the minimum wage are eligible for government assistance.
In addition, Samil PwC offers various flexible work policies, such as remote work and telecommuting. These efforts contributed to the firm being recognized for excellence in work-life balance in 2024.
“It is a great honor to have our efforts in job creation and improving workplace conditions acknowledged,” Yoon said. “We will continue to increase quality employment opportunities for young people and people with disabilities while ensuring a workplace where all employees can be happy and fulfilled.”
Yoon joined Samil PwC in 1987 and has spent over 30 years specializing in audit, earning a reputation as an audit expert. He has also held key positions, including head of the global services division.
He became the firm’s CEO in July 2020 and was reappointed in 2023, with his term extending until June 2027.
Under his leadership, the firm has actively pursued digital transformation, investing heavily in enhancing employees’ digital skills and partially automating audit processes to improve quality.
The company also became the first accounting firm in Korea to launch a digital solution subscription service, demonstrating its commitment to creating new growth opportunities through digital innovation.