Group: Internal Audit & Fraud Risk Management Group

Center: Financial & Revenue Audit

Division: Financial Audit

Career Band: Specialist

Reports To: Financial Audit Division Head

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Internal Auditing, Finance, Computer Science, Economics, Business Administration, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

4-8 years relevant audit working experience or residency in financial reporting and control or any related function.
Experience working in telecommunications will be an advantage
CPA is preferred but not required; other relevant certifications are also considered advantageous.
Having an audit firm background is preferred, but not mandatory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares and executes audit plans for audit projects.
Evaluates and reports on the adequacy of internal controls.
Develops audit programs and internal control questionnaires.
Organizes audit working papers and gathers evidence to support audit observations and conclusions.
Prepares audit reports on observations and recommendations.
Conducts opening and exit meetings with internal audit clients.
Meets with internal clients to discuss findings, recommendations, action plans, commitments, and timetable.
Performs follow-up reviews to ascertain resolution of observations and recommendations.
Follows up on audit recommendations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
For Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404: Tests and monitors effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
Advises and trains process owners on risk assessments and internal controls.
Coordinates PLDT Group SOX 404 readiness and compliance activities.

Financial Auditor (Lead Auditor)