Internal Audit Assistant

FPG Mercantile Insurance Co., Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

FPG Insurance in the Philippines (Makati) is seeking an Internal Audit Assistant to independently perform and lead internal audit engagements, evaluating internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role provides assurance, identifies control weaknesses, and recommends process improvements in line with professional auditing standards.

Key duties include planning, executing, and documenting audits; evaluating controls; conducting operational, financial, compliance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Audit, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in internal or external auditing, risk, compliance or account
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and MS Office
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document internal audit engagements in accordance with the approved audit plan
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and risk-based audits
• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and compliance issues
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely audit reports with actionable recommendations
• Discuss audit findings with management and support the development of corrective action plans
• Perform follow-up audits to assess implementation of agreed corrective actions
• Support enterprise risk assessments and internal control reviews
• Ensure audits comply with internal audit standards (e.g., IIA Standards)
• Maintain audit documentation and ensure confidentiality of audit information
• Assist in investigations of suspected fraud or policy violations, as required

Job description

FPG Insurance has built an enviable reputation for developing customer insights that support the creation of relevant commercial and individual insurance products and solutions.

Job Summary

The Internal Audit Assistant is responsible for independently performing and leading internal audit engagements to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role supports the organization in achieving its objectives by providing assurance, identifying control weaknesses, and recommending process improvements in compliance with professional auditing standards.

What you’ll do:

• Plan, execute, and document internal audit engagements in accordance with the approved audit plan
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and risk-based audits
• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and compliance issues
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely audit reports with actionable recommendations
• Discuss audit findings with management and support the development of corrective action plans
• Perform follow-up audits to assess implementation of agreed corrective actions
• Support enterprise risk assessments and internal control reviews
• Ensure audits comply with internal audit standards (e.g., IIA Standards)
• Maintain audit documentation and ensure confidentiality of audit information
• Assist in investigations of suspected fraud or policy violations, as required

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Audit, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in internal or external auditing, risk, compliance or account
• ing
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and MS Office
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent (preferred but not required)
• Experience with audit management and system audits
• Exposure to industry-specific regulations - financial services (preferred but not required)

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Professional judgment and integrity
• Risk-based thinkingli>
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Stakeholder management and collaboration
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines