Job Description
Location: Makati City
Work Setup: Full Onsite
Work Schedule: Dayshift, Monday-Friday
Overview:
The Internal Audit & Controls Manager will oversee the audit of our financial and information systems. They will ensure that internal controls are working as they should, flag compliance issues before they become problems, and help the organization stay on top of regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Review and audit financial records, statements, and reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
Assess the company's information systems for compliance with data security and storage requirements
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
Define the scope of internal audits and develop comprehensive annual audit plans
Lead audit engagements from start to finish — organizing teams, inspecting accounts, checking legal compliance, and verifying financial records
Manage the full audit cycle covering risk management, operational effectiveness, financial reliability, and regulatory compliance
Coordinate with other departments to verify records and confirm adherence to company policies
Assess company assets, inventory, insurance, tax records, and financial instruments to help guide financial policy
Monitor changes in government financial regulations and immediately flag any discrepancies to management
Draft and present clear audit findings reports with practical recommendations for improvement
Identify control gaps and loopholes, and recommend corrective measures and cost-saving opportunities
Maintain thorough documentation of audit processes and findings
Conduct follow-up audits to assess whether management's corrective actions have been implemented
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accountancy
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — required
Experience With a Top-tier External Audit Firm — Required
Hands-on internal audit experience — required
Exposure to ERP systems — required
Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
