Internal Audit Manager

Responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes within the organization. The role includes conducting audits, analyzing operational procedures, identifying area of non-compliance, and recommending corrective actions to ensure financial integrity and operational effectiveness.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Auditing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA is highly preferred.

Experience

• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, compliance, or financial control.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Experience handling multiple companies, business units, or branches is highly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, real estate, trading, logistics, food processing, or other diversified businesses is an advantage.
• Experience in developing and implementing risk-based audit plans and internal control programs.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk management, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, management accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Ability to conduct operational, financial, compliance, and special audits.
• Ability to identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, fraud risks, and potential financial exposures.
• Proficient in preparing audit reports, findings, recommendations, and management action plans.
• Strong knowledge of audit documentation, working papers, and audit evidence.
• Familiarity with Philippine accounting, taxation, labor, corporate, and regulatory requirements is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with ERP/accounting systems is preferred.

Leadership & Management Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Able to lead an audit team and effectively coordinate with department heads and senior management.
• Has the ability to challenge management decisions objectively and professionally.
• High degree of integrity, independence, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• Able to handle sensitive information and investigate irregularities or suspected fraud.
• Results-oriented and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with employees at all organizational levels.