Head of Internal Audit

About the Company

Business Process Outsourcing International, Inc. started as an outsourcing unit in the largest professional services firm in the Philippines, the Sycip, Gorres, Velayo & Co, or SGV & Co., a member practice of Ernst and Young Global in the late 1980s. This unit began as a support group to the backroom operations of companies - mostly multinationals, providing services that would become known as Business Process Outsourcing. As a pioneer in finance and accounting and payroll outsourcing, this unit set the standard in serving these multinational companies in the Philippines. The unit continues to do so having evolved into an independent Company called Business Process Outsourcing International, Inc. (BPOInternational or BPOI) starting November 2002.

About the Role

The Internal Auditor will be responsible for leading the internal audit function, assessing internal controls, identifying and mitigating financial risks, and ensuring compliance with financial and accounting standards. Additional tasks include analyzing financial information, designing internal audit strategies, and providing insights to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to industry and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function
• Assess internal controls
• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards
• Analyze financial information
• Design internal audit strategies
• Provide insights to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-7 years experience
• Direct experience auditing (internal) is required
• Knowledge of banking regulations, compliance, and internal control standards
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; CPA/CIA/CISA is an advantage BUT NOT REQUIRED

Required Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Reporting skills
• Stakeholder communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing audits or an audit team

Preferred Skills

• CPA/CIA/CISA certification