Audit Head

PM Consulting; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting in Pasig, Ortigas area seeks an Audit Head to lead the internal audit function, shaping governance, risk management, and controls. You will oversee the audit plan, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide independent assurance to management.

You will mentor the audit team, drive process improvements, and ensure timely completion of engagements while upholding high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA or CIA certification preferred.
• 7-10 years of audit experience with leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of audit standards, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead audit engagements across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Ensure audit activities align with professional standards and internal policies.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company guidelines.
• Identify audit issues, assess risks, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare and present audit reports to senior management.
• Provide independent recommendations to improve business processes and controls.
• Monitor and follow through on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team.
• Promote integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation and timely completion of audit activities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Risk management

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Location: Pasig, Ortigas
Work Setup: Onsite
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | Morning Shift

Job Summary

The Audit Head is responsible for leading the organization's internal audit function to ensure strong governance, effective risk management, and robust internal controls. This role oversees the development and execution of the audit plan, ensures compliance with regulatory and internal standards, and provides independent assurance to management. It also leads the audit team and drives continuous improvement in audit processes and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead and oversee audit engagements across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Ensure audit activities are conducted in line with professional standards and internal policies.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company guidelines.
• Identify audit issues, assess risks, and recommend actionable improvements.
• Prepare and present audit reports and findings to senior management.
• Provide independent recommendations to improve business processes and controls.
• Monitor and follow through on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team.
• Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation and timely completion of audit activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or equivalent certification.
• At least 7-10 years of experience in internal or external audit, with leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of audit standards, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.