Internal Controls Senior Specialist

Inchcape Philippines; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Environment

Career Growth

Work-Life Balance

Industry Leadership

Job summary

Inchcape Philippines seeks a Senior Internal Controls Specialist to strengthen and oversee internal control environments across APAC, partnering with Finance, IT, and Operations to ensure robust governance. This role focuses on integrating new businesses and maintaining control standards in a dynamic regional setting.

You will lead control assurance cycles, collaborate with market leaders, and drive continuous improvements to risk management, compliance tooling, and data integrity across

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with at least 6 years PQE (Big4 or equivalent preferred).
• Deep subject matter expertise in Internal Controls, Risk and Governance.
• Proven strategic leadership at senior levels and across cultures.
• Experience with Integrated Controls Frameworks (GRC) and continuous monitoring.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks and propose practical controls.
• Ability to collaborate across international matrix structures and cultures.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a controls ambassador, leading integration of new businesses into Inchcape's internal control environment across APAC.
• Plan and execute end-to-end internal control assurance cycles for assigned APAC markets/entities.
• Partner with Finance Directors/Controllers to design, document, and improve controls across key processes (OC-OC/PT-Pay/Record-to-Report etc.).
• Support maintenance and use of compliance/controls tooling (controls library, certifications, evidence repositories, dashboards).
• Act as controls business partner to Finance, HR, Operations, Procurement, and IT leaders across markets.
• Drive implementation and continuous improvement of risk and control framework; advise on process changes.
• Strengthen controls over OEM contracts, dealer/customer incentives, inventory, revenue recognition; ensure IFRS compliance.

Skills

Internal Controls

Risk & Governance

IT Controls

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Accounting degree or equivalent

Tools

GRC tools

Controls library

Job description

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

Title: Internal Controls Senior Specialist

Location: BGC, Taguig

Job Details: Hybrid - Permanent

Are you looking to accelerate your professional development, build a brilliant career, and thrive in a highly supportive team?

Join Inchcape Global Business Services APAC Inc., part of Inchcape’s global network.

You’ll play a key part in delivering great experiences for our customers and colleagues.

With lots of interesting opportunities and challenges for you to explore that will take us, and your progression, to the next level.

Our Internal Controls department is seeking a Senior Specialist to join our team in BGC, Taguig.

In this position you will the delivery of Inchcape’s InControl Standards (ICS) across APAC by coordinating and executing control implementation, monitoring, and assurance activities in partnership with market leadership teams and Group Internal Control.

What you’ll do:

• Act as a controls ambassador, leading the integration of new businesses and acquisitions into Inchcape’s internal control environment across APAC.
• Plan and execute the end-to-end internal control assurance cycle for assigned APAC markets/entities, including control walkthroughs, evidence requests, sample selection support, and validation of evidence against ICS requirements.
• Partner with market Finance Directors/Controllers and process owners to design, document, and improve controls across key end-to-end processes (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Inventory, Treasury, Leasing/IFRS16, Payroll, ITGCs and data privacy where applicable).
• Support the maintenance and effective use of the compliance/controls tooling (e.g., controls library, certifications, evidence repositories, dashboards) in coordination with APAC and Group teams.
• Act as a controls business partner to Finance, HR, Operations, Procurement, and IT leaders across markets; provide constructive challenge and pragmatic guidance.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the risk and control framework, consulting with stakeholders on process changes and their impact on controls.
• Strengthen controls over OEM contracts, dealer/customer incentives, warranty claims, inventory management, and revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with IFRS and industry best practices.

About you

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Qualified Accountant [with at least [6] years PQE], preferably with Big4 or equivalent experience.
• Deep ‘Internal Controls, Risk and Governance’ subject matter, experienced in designing, implementing and leading Control Frameworks including IT controls within a Global Business.
• Proven strategic leadership qualities with the ability to build credibility at senior levels of the organisation (Regional CEO, CFO, IT and Finance Directors). Able to work collaboratively with all levels of the Group and across different cultures, gaining colleague engagement, commitment and buy-in to delivery.
• Deep subject matter expert with experience of involvement in Integrated Controls Frameworks (GRC) and continuous monitoring. Coupled with strong analytical skills; able to interpret complex processes, identify risks, and propose practical control solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the international matrix structure and across different cultures, gaining colleague engagement.
• Strong communication and influencing skills at all levels, demonstrating deep subject matter expertise.
• Ability to effectively plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects.

We offer you

• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dynamic team committed to your success.
• Career Growth: We're invested in your development and offer ample opportunity for advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a role that balances strategic analysis with day-to-day business support.
• Industry Leadership: Be part of a company that leads the transformation of the automotive distribution industry.

Opportunity for everyone

Inchcape is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where the power of our differences can be embraced and everyone feels they can belong, be themselves and succeed.

About us

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to sustainably power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented colleagues foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, delivering a brilliant experience for our customers and partners.

We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, driving the transformation of our industry and redefining tomorrow.

Find out more visit www.inchcape.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.