Internal Controls Manager | CPA

HRTX; Makati; On-site; PHP 781,200 - 948,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm in Makati is seeking an experienced Internal Controls Manager. This role is focused on safeguarding the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the organization. Key responsibilities include performing audits, ensuring compliance with policies, and developing audit plans. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accountancy, CPA certification, and proven internal audit experience, particularly in an ERP environment. Strong communication and analytical skills are a must for this role.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Experience with Top External Audit Firms is needed.
• Proven experience in internal audit is mandatory.
• Prior experience working within an ERP environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive audits of financial records.
• Audit information systems for compliance.
• Evaluate internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Develop comprehensive annual audit plans.
• Identify operational loopholes and recommend measures.
• Research government financial laws for compliance.
• Evaluate company inventory and assets.
• Document processes and present audit findings.

Skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

INTERNAL CONTROLS MANAGER

Location: Makati

Work Setup: Full Onsite

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Job Description

We are seeking a highly meticulous and principled Internal Controls Manager to safeguard our organizations financial integrity and operational efficiency. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be the primary authority on auditing our financial and information systems to ensure absolute compliance with internal policies and external regulations. This role requires a strategic thinker who can evaluate complex data—from inventory to tax statements—to guide financial policy, identify systemic loopholes, and recommend robust risk-aversion measures that protect the companys assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Execution: Perform comprehensive audits of financial records, statements, and reports to verify accuracy and consistency.
• System Compliance: Audit information systems to ensure compliance with data security and storage requirements.
• Internal Review: Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Strategic Planning: Determine the scope of internal audits and develop comprehensive annual audit plans.
• Risk Management: Identify operational loopholes and recommend risk-aversion measures and cost-saving initiatives.
• Compliance Research: Research government financial laws to ensure books remain compliant and immediately notify management of any discrepancies.
• Asset Verification: Evaluate company inventory, cash on hand, assets, insurance, and tax statements to guide financial policy.
• Reporting: Document processes, prepare audit findings memoranda, and present analysis to leadership.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accountancy.
• Certification: Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Background: Required experience with one of the Top External Audit Firms.
• Professional Experience: Proven experience in internal audit is mandatory.
• Technical Environment: Must have prior experience working within an ERP environment.
• Skills: Very good written and oral communication skills.
• Software Proficiency: High proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.