Internal Audit & Controls Associate

DESCORP INC.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DESCORP INC. in Makati City, Metro Manila, is seeking a Finance Associate to support internal control, risk management and governance processes within the organization.

You will work with senior audit professionals to evaluate controls, prepare audit working papers and reports, and contribute to ensuring policy and regulatory compliance.

This full-time role offers opportunities for professional development and exposure across finance and audit functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of professional experience in internal or external audit or a related finance function.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment and audit methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit software or accounting information systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify discrepancies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate findings clearly.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in audit documentation.
• CIA or CPA preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Philippine accounting standards and regulations advantageous.
• Ability to work in a team and manage tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit activities across various business functions and departments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance structures within the organization.
• Prepare detailed audit working papers and comprehensive audit reports documenting findings, observations, and recommendations.
• Perform financial and operational testing to verify the accuracy and completeness of transactions, records and accounts.
• Identify control weaknesses and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of audit programmes, checklists and templates.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and track management's corrective actions.
• Support the preparation of audit reports for presentation to senior management and the audit committee.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment when handling sensitive financial and operational information.],
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• COMPANY NAME: DESCORP INC.KEY POINTS: Internal audit role in Makati, strong governance focus, CIA/CPA preferred, full-time
• job_summary_short":"<p>DESCORP INC. in Makati City, Metro Manila, is seeking a Finance Associate to support internal control, risk management and governance processes within the organization.</p><p>You will work with senior audit professionals to evaluate controls, prepare audit working papers and reports, and contribute to ensuring policy and regulatory compliance.</p><p>This full-time role offers opportunities for professional development and exposure across finance and audit functions.</p>"
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• Finance Associate in Makati: market range in PHP ~600k–1,200k gross annually, reflecting market in Philippines.
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Skills

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Audit methodologies

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related

Tools

Audit software

Accounting information systems

Job description

DESCORP INC. in Makati City, Metro Manila, is seeking a Finance Associate to support internal control, risk management and governance processes within the organization.

You will work with senior audit professionals to evaluate controls, prepare audit working papers and reports, and contribute to ensuring policy and regulatory compliance.

This full-time role offers opportunities for professional development and exposure across finance and audit functions.