Internal Audit Associate

GOTHONG SOUTHERN; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Gothong Southern in Cebu City seeks an Internal Audit Associate to support engagements, evaluate internal controls, risk management, and operating processes.

You will assist with audits, analyze data, identify improvements, ensure compliance with policies and governance standards, and help safeguard assets through value‑added assurance work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in internal or external auditing, accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Fresh graduates with relevant academic background are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with internal auditing standards, risk assessment, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit engagements in accordance with the approved audit plan and professional standards.
• Prepare audit programs, checklists, working papers, and other audit documentation to support audit activities.
• Gather, analyze, and validate financial and operational information to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen business processes.
• Coordinate with process owners and business units during audit engagements to obtain required information and clarify audit observations.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and proper documentation of audit evidence.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of agreed corrective actions and audit recommendations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance audit methodologies, operational efficiency, and risk management practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, risk management, and relevant business processes through continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

Auditing

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Internal Audit Associate supports the execution of internal audit engagements by evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and operational processes. The role assists in conducting audits, analyzing financial and operational data, identifying process improvement opportunities, and ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. It contributes to safeguarding company assets and promoting operational efficiency through objective and value-added assurance activities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit engagements in accordance with the approved audit plan and professional standards.
• Prepare audit programs, checklists, working papers, and other audit documentation to support audit activities.
• Gather, analyze, and validate financial and operational information to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen business processes.
• Coordinate with process owners and business units during audit engagements to obtain required information and clarify audit observations.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and proper documentation of audit evidence.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of agreed corrective actions and audit recommendations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance audit methodologies, operational efficiency, and risk management practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, risk management, and relevant business processes through continuous learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in internal or external auditing, accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Fresh graduates with relevant academic background, internship experience, or strong knowledge of auditing principles are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk assessment, and internal controls.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data analytics tools is an advantage.