Chief Audit Executive

HRTx Inc; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTx Inc. in Makati invites an experienced Chief Audit Executive to lead our internal audit function, ensuring governance, risk management and internal controls are effective. You will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the board, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

This onsite role requires 10+ years of internal auditing or related fields, a CPA or CIA certification, and proven leadership in risk management. Primary site is Makati with field visits as required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in internal auditing or related fields.
• CPA or CIA certification required.
• Strong leadership and risk management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead annual audit plans aligned with goals and risk appetite.
• Manage and coach department heads across audits.
• Oversee audit lifecycle from planning to reporting with actionable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with GIAS and maintain quality assurance.
• Advise on risk mitigation, ethics, fraud awareness, and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Critical thinking

Business acumen

Education

Degree in Accountancy or business-related

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

Job Summary: Chief Audit Executive

Location: Makati (Onsite)Schedule: Monday – Friday

Role Purpose

The Chief Audit Executive leads the internal audit function to ensure the companys governance, risk management, and internal controls are effective. You will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the board, promoting accountability and continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Strategy: Develop and lead annual audit plans that align with company goals and risk appetite.

• Team Leadership: Manage and coach department heads covering Financial, Operations, and IT audits.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee the entire audit lifecycle—from planning and fieldwork to finalizing reports with practical recommendations.

• Governance & Quality: Ensure all audit activities follow Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and maintain a high-quality assurance program.

• Advisory: Provide input on risk mitigation, ethics, fraud awareness, and process improvements.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 10 years in internal auditing, business analysis, or program evaluation.

• Education: Degree in Accountancy or a business-related course.

• Certification: Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

• Skills: Strong leadership, business acumen, and expertise in risk management and critical thinking.

Working Conditions

• Primary Site: 100% Office-based in Makati.

• Travel: Field visits as required.