Internal Audit Manager (FMCG | Manufacturing)

PM Consulting; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting is seeking an Internal Audit Manager for FMCG/Manufacturing, based in the Philippines. The role oversees internal audit, compliance, and risk management, delivering independent assessments of processes and controls to strengthen financial integrity and governance.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, 7+ years in relevant fields, and at least 2 years of people management, with hands-on ERP knowledge and strong leadership and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be CPA with strong internal audit expertise.
• 7+ years in internal audit, compliance, and risk management in FMCG/manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience.
• Hands-on experience with accounting and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan for manufacturing, operations, finance, and compliance.
• Audit internal controls, assess efficiencies, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify weaknesses, gaps, and risks; recommend corrective actions.
• Lead risk assessment activities and support mitigation strategies.
• Monitor adherence to policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
• Strengthen governance practices and control environments with management.
• Prepare audit findings, risk assessments, and reports for execs and Board.
• Follow up on recommendations and track corrective action progress.
• Lead and develop the internal audit team for effective execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive improvements.

Skills

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Governance

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Internal Audit Manager (FMCG | Manufacturing)

About the job Internal Audit Manager (FMCG | Manufacturing)

Work Setup: Full onsite

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Dayshift

Role Overview

The Audit Manager leads the organization's internal audit, compliance, and risk management activities to ensure the effectiveness of internal controls and governance practices. The role provides independent assessments of business processes, identifies risks, and recommends improvements to strengthen operational and financial integrity.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 7 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, and risk management experience, particularly within the FMCG or manufacturing industries.
• Also open to candidates with extensive experience in external auditing, provided they have managed clients within FMCG, manufacturing, industrial, or similar sectors.
• With minimum 2 years of people management experience.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills.
• With hands-on experience in utilizing accounting & ERP systems.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan covering manufacturing, operational, financial, and compliance processes.
• Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify process weaknesses, control gaps, and business risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead risk assessment activities and support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support management in strengthening corporate governance practices and control environments.
• Prepare audit findings, risk assessments, and compliance reports for executive management and the Board.
• Follow up on audit recommendations and monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
• Lead and develop the internal audit team to ensure effective audit execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives.