Financial Compliance Audit Officer

PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies in Makati seeks an experienced internal auditor to lead financial and compliance reviews. You will conduct independent audits to verify accuracy of records, evaluate internal controls, and provide risk-based recommendations to strengthen governance and compliance.

The role requires CPA certification, 5–6 years in audit/finance, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• 5–6 years experience in audit, compliance, risk, or finance, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Experience in financial audits, ICFR, compliance reviews, and regulatory testing.
• Familiarity with BSP regulations and financial reporting standards.
• Able to manage audit engagements and coordinate with stakeholders.
• CIA, CRMA, or CAMS certification is an advantage.
• Willing to work in Makati.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform risk-based audit engagements and tests.
• Conduct walkthroughs, interviews, and risk assessments.
• Execute control testing and data analysis to support conclusions.
• Evaluate internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.
• Document findings and prepare audit reports for management.
• Discuss results with stakeholders and monitor corrective actions.
• Review compliance with BSP regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.

Skills

Audit planning

Risk assessment

Internal controls evaluation

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Job Description: The position is primarily responsible for conducting independent financial and compliance audits to assess the accuracy of financial records and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies. The position is also responsible for leading assigned audit engagements, evaluating internal controls, and providing risk-based recommendations to improve governance and compliance.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Skilled in audit planning and risk assessment activities, including development of risk-based audit plans and audit work programs.
• Experienced in conducting walkthroughs, interviews, and risk assessments to identify key risks and controls.
• Proficient in executing audit procedures, including control testing, substantive testing, and data analysis to support audit conclusions.
• Knowledgeable in evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.
• Capable of identifying audit issues, control gaps, and compliance risks, and providing practical recommendations to improve controls and compliance.
• Skilled in documenting audit work and preparing audit findings, reports, and presentations for management and governance committees.
• Experienced in discussing audit results with stakeholders, participating in exit meetings, and monitoring implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Knowledgeable in performing financial reviews and validating compliance with regulatory requirements such as BSP regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Has 5-6 years experience in audit, compliance, risk, or finance (preferably in banking/financial services)
• Experienced in financial audits, ICFR, compliance reviews, and regulatory testing
• Has knowledge of BSP regulations and financial reporting standard
• Has the ability to handle audit engagements and coordinate with stakeholders
• Possession of CIA, CRMA, or CAMS certification is an advantage
• Willing to work in Makati