Finance Audit Manager

First Oceanic Property Management, Inc; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

First Oceanic Property Management, Inc is seeking an experienced Finance Audit Manager to join our growing finance team in Taguig City, Metro Manila. This role leads external audit engagements, oversees financial controls, and drives continuous improvement in financial governance.

You will manage audit processes, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. CPA/CMA or equivalent credentials and 5–7 years in audit are expected.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA or CMA.
• 5-7 years experience in external audit or audit-related roles.
• Experience managing audit engagements and leading audit teams.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and attention to detail skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and audit tools, incl. Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute external audit engagements with audit firms.
• Review financial statements and supporting docs for accuracy.
• Manage audit queries and provide documentation to operations.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and internal policies.
• Develop audit programmes and testing methodologies.
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend remedial actions.
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve audit issues.
• Prepare audit reports and management letters.
• Maintain audit documentation in line with standards.
• Stay updated on accounting standards and regulatory changes.

Skills

CPA

Auditing

IFRS/GAAP

Excel

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Property management accounting

Education

CPA/CMA or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Audit tools

Job description

About the role

First Oceanic Property Management, Inc is seeking an experienced Finance Audit Manager to join our growing finance team. This is a full-time position based in Taguig City, Metro Manila. As Finance Audit Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our financial reporting whilst maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to lead audit initiatives, oversee financial controls, and drive continuous improvement across our financial operations. You will report to senior finance leadership and have responsibility for managing external audit engagements, coordinating internal audit activities, and ensuring our organisation maintains the highest standards of financial governance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute external audit engagements with audit firms to ensure comprehensive coverage of financial activities




• Review and analyse financial statements, accounting records, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy




• Manage audit queries and responses, working collaboratively with operational teams to provide necessary documentation and explanations




• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards and internal financial policies




• Develop and maintain audit programmes and testing methodologies aligned with industry best practices




• Identify control weaknesses and deficiencies, documenting findings and recommending remedial actions




• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely resolution of audit issues and implementation of corrective measures




• Prepare audit reports, management letters and summary findings for presentation to senior leadership




• Maintain audit documentation and ensure proper record-keeping in compliance with professional standards




• Stay current with developments in accounting standards, auditing requirements and regulatory changes affecting the organisation

What we’re looking for

• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, CMA or equivalent recognised credential in accountancy




• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in external audit or audit-related roles within a professional services firm or corporate environment




• Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements and leading audit teams




• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and/or GAAP), auditing standards and regulatory compliance requirements




• Excellent analytical and attention to detail skills with the ability to identify financial anomalies and control deficiencies




• Proficiency in accounting software and audit tools, with strong Microsoft Excel capabilities




• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels




• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously




• Proactive problem-solving approach and ability to work independently as well as within a team environment




• Familiarity with property management or real estate accounting (preferred)