SCOPE
- The Internal Audit Head is responsible for providing independent, and objective assurance, advisory, and risk-based audit services to Belle Corp and its subsidiaries.
- Lead the Internal Audit Team, develop the annual audit plan, and maintain a strong collaboration with the Audit Committee and Senior Management to strengthen corporate governance.
- Oversees Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) initiatives to ensure effective risk governance, regulatory compliance, and the achievement of organizational objectives.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Internal Audit Head
- Develop and execute a risk-based annual internal audit plan approved by the Audit Committee.
- Provide independent assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- Act as the primary liaison with the Audit Committee, senior leadership, and external auditors.
- Lead, supervise, and review audits of financial, operational, compliance, and IT processes across Belle Corporation and subsidiaries.
- Evaluate business processes to identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
- Ensure audit recommendations are practical, risk-based, and aligned with company strategy.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with SEC, PSE, BIR, and other applicable laws and standards.
- Assess enterprise-wide risks and coordinate with risk owners to strengthen risk management practices.
- Support management in implementing corrective actions and monitor progress on audit findings.
- Manage and mentor the internal audit team to ensure effective execution of audit engagements.
- Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the team.
- Conduct training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing to build audit and risk management capability.
- Prepare and present comprehensive internal audit reports and dashboards to the Audit Committee and senior management.
- Communicate audit results clearly and constructively, providing value-adding insights and recommendations.
- Ensure timely escalation of significant audit findings or control weaknesses.
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
ERM Framework Development
- Establish and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
- Facilitate and coordinate department-level risk assessments.
- Evaluate risks based on likelihood, impact and velocity.
- Consolidate and may present critical risk registers to Management and Board.
Risk Monitoring and Reporting
- Prepare periodic risk reports for the Board Risk Oversight Committee and Management.
- Track emerging and external risks (e.g., regulatory, cyber, climate-related), and report.
- Integrate ERM with Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
- Collaborate with SMIC -Risk Management Team for group-wide ERM approach.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant; preferably with Certified Internal Auditor
- At least 10 years financial, operational, compliance audit experience
- Preferably with audit experience in Gaming and Real Estate industries
- Applied risk-based integrated audit methodology
- With exposure on companies implementing SAP or other ERPs, specialty solutions in gaming and real estate industries
- Demonstrates strong project management and leadership skills
- Excellent audit report writing skills
- Strong knowledge in audit methodologies and procedures
- Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
- Adept in the use of MS Suite Application (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Preferably knowledgeable in the use of Audit Command Language (ACL)or audit software
- Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
- Proven experience in risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring across organizational functions.
- Solid understanding of regulatory requirements, corporate governance, and internal controls.
- Ability to develop and implement risk management policies, frameworks, and tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- High level of integrity, objectivity, and professionalism.
