Internal Auditor

Bright Homes & Realty Corporation; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Homes & Realty Corporation seeks a sharp Internal Auditor to evaluate financial, operational, and project-management controls across real estate developments and construction sites. You will audit project costing, bidding, procurement, and joint-venture agreements to mitigate risks and prevent cost overruns.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and 3+ years of audit experience, with CIA/CPA/CFE preferred and willingness to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or Civil/Industrial Engineering with financial acumen.
• 3+ years of internal or external audit experience, preferably with real estate or construction projects.
• CIA/CPA/CFE certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular operational and financial audits of active construction sites, evaluating progress billings, change orders, and material utilization.
• Audit vendor pre-qualification, bidding processes, subcontractor contracts, and consultant agreements.
• Verify project cost allocations, heavy equipment usage, and inventory controls for high-value construction materials.
• Ensure compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and OSHA/DOLE standards.
• Test controls around real estate sales collections, lease management, retention payables, and progress payments to contractors.
• Draft audit findings and coordinate corrective actions with Project Managers and Engineers.

Skills

Auditing

Financial analysis

Negotiation & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or Civil/Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a sharp, field-ready Internal Auditor to evaluate financial, operational, and project management controls across our real estate developments and construction sites. In this role, you will audit project costing, contractor bidding, procurement, and joint-venture agreements to mitigate risks, prevent cost overruns, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regular operational and financial audits of active construction sites, evaluating progress billings, change orders, and material utilization.

• Audit vendor pre-qualification, bidding processes, subcontractor contracts, and consultant agreements to ensure transparency and cost efficiency.

• Verify project cost allocations, heavy equipment utilization, and inventory controls for high-value construction materials (e.g., steel, cement, finishing goods).

• Ensure compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and occupational safety (OSHA/DOLE) standards.

• Test controls around real estate sales collections, lease management, retention payables, and progress payments to contractors.

• Draft clear audit findings highlighting financial exposure or project delays, and collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers on corrective action plans.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A degree in Civil/Industrial Engineering with strong financial acumen is also highly welcome.

• 3+ years of experience in internal or external audit, with specific exposure to real estate developers, general contractors, or large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is highly preferred.

• Strong understanding of Project Cost Accounting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, and contract retention rules.

• Willingness to travel to various construction sites and project locations.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills to interface effectively with both site engineers and corporate executives.