INTERNAL AUDIT SUPERVISOR / SR. AUDITOR

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc.; Talisay; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. in Cebu, Philippines seeks an Audit Supervisor to lead planning, management, and execution of audit engagements, ensuring compliance with standards and company policies.

The role involves assessing financial and operational processes, evaluating internal controls, and overseeing fieldwork while reporting findings to management and supporting governance. You will coordinate with clients, identify risks, and develop strategies to strengthen control environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 3-5 years of audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement audit plans, objectives and timeline. Identify key risk areas and define audit scope accordingly
• Assess and analyze financial, operational and compliance risks. Evaluate internal control systems and provide recommendations for improvement
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, conclusions and recommendations. Present Audit results to management and stakeholders. Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and compliance requirements
• Ensure audits comply with industry regulations and internal policies; Stay updated on changing laws, regulations and best practices; Support external auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance audits, as needed.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to junior team members

Skills

Audit planning

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Certified Public Accountant

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for leading the planning, management, and execution of audit engagements to ensure adherence to applicable auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. This includes developing comprehensive audit strategies, coordinating audit team activities, and overseeing the timely completion of fieldwork. The role involves conducting in-depth assessments of financial records, operational procedures, and internal control systems to identify areas of non-compliance, operational inefficiencies, and potential risks. The Audit Supervisor is also tasked with evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal controls, recommending practical improvements to enhance control environments, reduce risk exposure, and support sound financial and operational decision-making. Audit Supervisor plays a critical role in enhancing the organization’s governance, accountability, and overall risk management framework.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Audit Planning and Execution

1. Develop and implement audit plans, objectives and timeline. Identify key risk areas and define audit scope accordingly

Risk Assessment and Internal Controls

1. Assess and analyze financial, operational and compliance risks. Evaluate internal control systems and provide recommendations for improvement
2. Identify potential fraud risks and operational inefficiencies
3. Ensure corrective actions are implemented based onaudit findings
4. Liaise with clients to resolve audit issues and maintain strong professional relationships

Audit Reporting & Documentation

1. Review working papers prepared by junior staff for accuracy and compliance
2. Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, conclusions and recommendations. Present Audit results to management and stakeholders. Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and compliance requirements
3. Ensure audit reports are accurate, clear and aligned with business objectives

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence

1. Ensure audits comply with industry regulations and internal policies;
2. Stay updated on changing laws, regulations and best practices;
3. Support external auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance audits, as needed.

Team Supervision and Leadership

• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to junior team members

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's is a plus).
• Certified Public Accountant
• 3-5 years of audit experience, preferably in private audit firms or related set-up
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities..
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency in MS Office applications
• Mobility required