Internal Audit & Controls Manager | CPA

PM Consulting; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting in Makati City is seeking an Internal Audit & Controls Manager to oversee audits of financial and information systems on-site. You will ensure internal controls function properly, flag compliance issues early, and help the organization stay aligned with regulatory requirements.

The role requires a CPA, a degree in Accountancy, hands-on internal audit experience, and exposure to ERP systems. Strong MS Excel skills and excellent English communication are essential for presenting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy required.
• CPA certification required.
• Hands-on internal audit experience required.
• Experience with a top-tier external audit firm preferred.
• Exposure to ERP systems required.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit financial records, statements, and reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Assess the company's information systems for compliance with data security and storage requirements
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Define the scope of internal audits and develop comprehensive annual audit plans
• Lead audit engagements from start to finish — organizing teams, inspecting accounts, checking legal compliance, and verifying financial records
• Manage the full audit cycle covering risk management, operational effectiveness, financial reliability, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with other departments to verify records and confirm adherence to company policies
• Assess company assets, inventory, insurance, tax records, and financial instruments to help guide financial policy
• Monitor changes in government financial regulations and immediately flag any discrepancies to management
• Draft and present clear audit findings reports with practical recommendations for improvement
• Identify control gaps and loopholes, and recommend corrective measures and cost-saving opportunities
• Maintain thorough documentation of audit processes and findings
• Conduct follow-up audits to assess whether management's corrective actions have been implemented

Skills

Internal audit experience

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Audit planning

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the job Internal Audit & Controls Manager | CPA

Location: Makati City
Work Setup: Full Onsite
Work Schedule: Dayshift, Monday-Friday

Overview:

The Internal Audit & Controls Manager will oversee the audit of our financial and information systems. They will ensure that internal controls are working as they should, flag compliance issues before they become problems, and help the organization stay on top of regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and audit financial records, statements, and reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Assess the company's information systems for compliance with data security and storage requirements
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Define the scope of internal audits and develop comprehensive annual audit plans
• Lead audit engagements from start to finish — organizing teams, inspecting accounts, checking legal compliance, and verifying financial records
• Manage the full audit cycle covering risk management, operational effectiveness, financial reliability, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with other departments to verify records and confirm adherence to company policies
• Assess company assets, inventory, insurance, tax records, and financial instruments to help guide financial policy
• Monitor changes in government financial regulations and immediately flag any discrepancies to management
• Draft and present clear audit findings reports with practical recommendations for improvement
• Identify control gaps and loopholes, and recommend corrective measures and cost-saving opportunities
• Maintain thorough documentation of audit processes and findings
• Conduct follow-up audits to assess whether management's corrective actions have been implemented

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — required
• Experience with a top-tier external audit firm — required
• Hands-on internal audit experience — required
• Exposure to ERP systems — required
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English