Internal Audit - Senior Specialist

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, Manila Branch; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ICBC Manila Branch is seeking an Internal Audit Senior Specialist to evaluate processes, controls, and risk management across the bank. You will participate in audit planning, fieldwork, risk assessment, reporting, and delivering practical improvements, while supporting the Internal Audit Lead as needed.

You will collaborate with diverse departments to promote sound controls, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement, bringing strong analytical and communication skills to a role with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Internal Auditing.
• CPA or CIA certification is preferred.
• Experience in internal or external audit, preferably in banking.
• Knowledge of audit processes, risk assessment and internal control practices.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, regulatory requirements and risk exposures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; Chinese proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist IA Lead in developing and updating the Internal Audit Charter, manuals, policies, and procedures.
• Develop risk-based audit plans, objectives, scope, timelines, and documentation.
• Conduct interviews and walkthroughs to assess controls and risks.
• Perform audit procedures based on approved programs and apply audit techniques.
• Analyze results and identify weaknesses, process gaps, and potential fraud risks.
• Provide practical recommendations to strengthen controls and improve processes.
• Prepare audit working papers and reports per standards.
• Communicate findings and actions to departments and coordinate management action plans.

Skills

Audit knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Chinese proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Accountancy/Internal Auditing

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

Audit procedures

Job description

The Internal Audit Senior Specialist at ICBC Manila Branch will play a key role in evaluating the Bank’s processes, controls, and risk management practices through risk-based audits. The role provides broad exposure across business functions and involves audit planning, fieldwork, risk and control assessment, analysis, reporting, and recommending practical improvements. The position will work closely with departments and management to promote sound controls, compliance, and continuous improvement, while providing backup support to the Internal Audit Lead when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Internal Audit Lead in developing and updating the Internal Audit Charter, manuals, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory, Head Office, and professional standards.
• Assist in developing risk-based audit plans, defining audit objectives, scope, timelines, and required documentation.
• Conduct interviews and process walkthroughs to assess controls, identify risks, and evaluate operational effectiveness.
• Perform audit procedures based on approved audit programs and apply appropriate audit techniques.
• Analyze audit results and identify control weaknesses, process gaps, irregularities, and potential compliance or fraud risks.
• Provide practical recommendations to strengthen internal controls and improve processes.
• Prepare and maintain audit working papers and audit reports in accordance with internal and professional standards.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to relevant departments and facilitate closing meetings, including management action plans and risk acceptance.
• Assist the Internal Audit Lead in evaluating overall engagement results and monitoring agreed action plans.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments, internal audit standards, trends, and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Internal Audit Lead, General Manager/Executive Committee, and Internal Audit Bureau.
• Provide backup support to the Internal Audit Lead and assume relevant responsibilities when required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, or a related field.
• CPA or CIA certification is preferred.
• Experience in internal or external audit, preferably within the banking industry.
• Knowledge of audit processes, standards, risk assessment, and internal control practices.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, regulatory requirements, and risk exposures.
• Strong analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Chinese proficiency is an advantage.
• High level of integrity, independence, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Ability to organize and execute audit engagements effectively and work collaboratively with various departments.
• Knowledge of local banking regulations and regulatory relationship management is an advantage.

Rank: R&F

Other benefits shall be discussed upon job offer