Internal Auditor - Store

MR DIY Philippines; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY Philippines is seeking an Internal Auditor (Store) to perform financial, operational, inventory, and compliance audits across multiple store locations. You will assess risks, ensure policy adherence, and help prevent fraud through data analytics and strong controls.

The role requires extensive experience in internal or retail audits, proficiency with Excel/analytics tools, and a willingness to travel for store audits while working onsite at the Head Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant certifications (or progress toward certification) preferred.
• 13 years of experience in internal audit, store audit, or retail operations review.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across store locations.
• Assess store-level risks related to cash handling, inventory, and transactions.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify control weaknesses and fraud risks with improvement proposals.
• Perform data analytics on key store metrics to detect anomalies.
• Assist in fraud investigations related to store operations.
• Present audit findings to store management and senior leadership.
• Meet with management to discuss findings and outcomes.
• Track implementation of corrective actions for compliance.
• Support cross-functional projects and other audits as needed.
• Define recommendations and present to stakeholders.
• Maintain organized audit documentation and reports.
• Stay updated with legislation and audit industry trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Data analytics tools

Audit tools

ERP systems

POS auditing

Retail analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA/CIA certifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

About The Job Internal Auditor - Store

The Internal Auditor (Store) is responsible for conducting financial, operational, inventory, and compliance audits across multiple store locations. This role ensures adherence to company policies, procedures, and internal controls while assisting in risk assessment, fraud detection, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across store locations.
• Assess store-level risks related to cash handling, inventory management, sales transactions, refunds, and promotions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and potential fraud risks, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Perform data analytics on key store metrics (e.g., refunds, discounts, voided transactions, inventory variances) to detect anomalies and trends.
• Conduct ad hoc reviews and assist in fraud investigations related to store operations.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to store management and senior leadership.
• Meet with management and stakeholders to discuss findings and audit outcomes.
• Track and monitor the implementation of corrective actions to ensure compliance and process improvements.
• Assist in the execution of cross-functional projects and other work-related assignments as needed.
• Identify areas for process improvement, define recommendations, and present them to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and organized audit documentation and reports.
• Stay updated with relevant legislation, audit best practices, and industry trends.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant certifications (or progress toward certification) is preferred.
• 13 years of experience in internal audit, store audit, or retail operations review.
• Experience in financial, store, inventory, operations, compliance, and fraud investigations audits.
• Background in retail, trading, FMCG, or multi-branch business audits is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with audit or data analytics tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, point-of-sale (POS) auditing, and retail analytics is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Willing to extend work hours when needed.
• Willing to work onsite at the Head Office and travel for store audits as required.

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