Financial Auditor

PLDT; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PLDT is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit & Fraud Risk Management Group in the Philippines. The role involves planning and executing audits, evaluating internal controls, and coordinating SOX 404 readiness.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of audit experience, familiarity with financial reporting, and credentials such as CPA or related certifications are advantageous. Telecommunications background is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant audit experience or residency in financial reporting and control.
• Telecommunications experience is a plus.
• CPA is preferred but not required; other certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and executes audit plans for audit projects.
• Evaluates and reports on internal control adequacy.
• Develops audit programs and control questionnaires.
• Gathers evidence and organizes working papers for observations.
• Prepares audit reports with observations and recommendations.
• Conducts opening and exit meetings with internal audit clients.
• Discusses findings, recommendations, action plans, and timetables with clients.
• Performs follow-up reviews to ensure resolution of observations.
• Monitors implementation of audit recommendations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Tests and monitors effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Advises and trains process owners on risk assessments and controls.
• Coordinates PLDT Group SOX 404 readiness and compliance activities.

Skills

Audit experience

Internal controls

Risk assessment

SOX/Compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Internal Auditing

Finance

Computer Science

Economics

Business Administration

Electronics and Communications Engineering

Related field

Job description

Group: Internal Audit & Fraud Risk Management Group

Reports To: Financial Audit Division Head

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Internal Auditing, Finance, Computer Science, Economics, Business Administration, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 years relevant audit working experience or residency in financial reporting and control or any related function.


• Experience working in telecommunications will be an advantage


• CPA is preferred but not required; other relevant certifications are also considered advantageous.


• Having an audit firm background is preferred, but not mandatory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and executes audit plans for audit projects.


• Evaluates and reports on the adequacy of internal controls.


• Develops audit programs and internal control questionnaires.


• Organizes audit working papers and gathers evidence to support audit observations and conclusions.


• Prepares audit reports on observations and recommendations.


• Conducts opening and exit meetings with internal audit clients.


• Meets with internal clients to discuss findings, recommendations, action plans, commitments, and timetable.


• Performs follow-up reviews to ascertain resolution of observations and recommendations.


• Follows up on audit recommendations.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.


• Tests and monitors effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.


• Advises and trains process owners on risk assessments and internal controls.


• Coordinates PLDT Group SOX 404 readiness and compliance activities.