Internal Audit Director (CPA/CIA)
Role Overview:
The Director - Internal Audit leads the Internal Audit function for the Group of Companies, reporting directly to the Chairman and Board. This role ensures audit independence and effectiveness, sets audit strategy in alignment with company objectives, and provides independent assurance and advice on governance, risk, and controls. The Director manages a multi-disciplinary audit team, overseeing risk-based audits across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas, and acts as a strategic advisor to senior management.
Key Responsibilities
- Sets and upholds work ethic and professionalism for the Audit Department across the Group.
- Leads and develops Auditors, providing feedback, addressing performance, and guiding career development.
- Delegates audit assignments to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables and provides strategic support.
- Builds high-performing teams and forges partnerships with business leaders to achieve audit objectives.
- Oversees the Internal Audit Charter, policies, and quality programs to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.
- Directs audit planning and execution, reviewing internal control assessments and testing.
- Collaborates with senior management to assess risks, prioritize audits, and negotiate timelines.
- Approves audit plans and presents key findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Represents Internal Audit in Board and Committee meetings, communicating audit results and significant risks.
- Drives learning and capability-building for the Audit team.
- Evaluates the Group's governance, risk management, and control environment, reporting gaps to the Audit Committee.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a four-year course, preferably BS Accountancy, Internal Auditing, or an equivalent field
- CPA and/or CIA certification is required
- Minimum of eighteen (18) years of progressive, relevant work experience in internal or external audit
- At least eight (8) years in a senior managerial or leadership role, leading multi-disciplinary audit teams
- The candidate must possess deep expertise in internal auditing standards, enterprise risk management, and corporate governance, along with experience presenting to Boards or Audit Committees.
- Strong knowledge of finance, business processes, and strategic planning is also essential.
Additional Information
Hybrid & Day shift in Quezon City