Internal Audit Associate (CPA)

Reyes Tacandong & Co; Philippines; On-site; PHP 520,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Reyes Tacandong & Co. in Makati City is seeking an Advisory Associate for Internal Audit and Risk Consulting. You will work closely with Managers and Senior Associates across all phases of engagements, from planning to final report writing, and will participate in risk-based audits, co-sourcing, IA setup, and ERM initiatives.

The role requires a CPA, strong communication, and solid IT skills. Daily reporting to the Makati office or client sites for fieldwork is expected.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Relevant experience in accounting or auditing is a significant advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; client interaction is frequent.
• Strong IT competence, particularly with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to report daily to the Makati office or client sites for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Supporting End-to-End Internal Audit Services: assisting with risk-based audits from planning to reporting, including issue monitoring.
• Collaborating on Co-Sourcing engagements with client internal audit functions on project basis.
• Aiding in IA setup and transformation to make internal audit a strategic partner.
• Participating in Quality Assessment Reviews of internal audit functions against international standards.
• Assisting with Enterprise Risk Management design, implementation, and optimization.
• Contributing to Fraud Investigation & Forensic Services to uncover irregularities and support litigation.

Skills

Auditing

Communication skills

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Advisory Associate - Internal Audit and Risk Consulting

Company: Reyes Tacandong & Co.

Location: Makati City

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview:

As an Advisory Associate, you'll work closely with Managers and Senior Associates, contributing to all phases of our engagements, from initial planning to final report writing. Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary based on project scope but will include:

• Supporting End-to-End Internal Audit Services: Assisting with risk-based, data-analytics driven audits, from planning and risk assessment to execution and reporting, including audit issue monitoring.
• Collaborating on Co-Sourcing Engagements: Working with client internal audit functions on a project basis, covering specific geographical locations or areas requiring specialized skills.
• Aiding in IA Setup and Transformation: Helping clients establish or transform their internal audit functions to become strategic business partners.
• Participating in Quality Assessment Reviews: Assisting with independent assessments of internal audit functions against international standards.
• Assisting with Enterprise Risk Management: Supporting the design, implementation, and optimization of ERM strategies and frameworks.
• Contributing to Fraud Investigation & Forensic Services: Providing assistance in uncovering financial irregularities and supporting litigation processes.
• Client Communication: Engaging with clients regarding document requests, inquiries, and other reportable matters.

What We're Looking For:

• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a must.
• Relevant experience in Accounting, Audit, or a similar field is a significant advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You'll be interacting directly with team members and clients.
• Strong IT competence, particularly with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to report daily to our Makati office or client sites for fieldwork.

About Us:

Be part of one of the Philippines leading audit and consulting firms. Be part of RTeam!

RT&Co. has grown into one of the most trusted professional service firms in the country, offering the highest standards of excellence and professionalism responsive to the Philippine business environment's ever-changing dynamics.

Our people are our greatest asset and that's why we focus on hiring the best. We provide significant investment in training and mentoring our professionals to ensure that we produce the highest standard of work. We coach our professionals to be leaders in the field with direct guidance from the firm's partners and provide them with a dynamic environment with opportunities to reach their full potential.