Internal Controls Specialist

Inchcape plc; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Environment

Career Growth

Work-Life Balance

Industry Leadership

Job summary

Inchcape plc in Taguig (BGC) seeks an Internal Controls Specialist to deliver ICS across APAC, coordinating control implementation, monitoring and assurance activities in partnership with market control owners.

The role focuses on end-to-end control assurance, documentation, and improvements across key processes, with emphasis on data privacy and Philippine policies. You’ll collaborate regionally to maintain controls tooling and deliver training to control owners.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with at least 3 years PQE, preferably with Big4 or equivalent experience.
• Experience with internal control frameworks and assurance/testing methodologies; ITGCs and systems-enabled controls desirable.
• Experience maintaining controls libraries, evidence repositories and certification programmes in a GRC/compliance tool (or equivalent controls tooling).
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrix and across cultures; able to influence without formal authority.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability; able to understand complex processes, identify risks, and propose practical control improvements.
• Ability to effectively plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting, facilitating walkthroughs and producing concise reporting.

Responsibilities

• Act as a controls ambassador supporting integration of new businesses, acquisitions, or significant changes into Inchcape’s internal control environment across APAC.
• Execute the end-to-end internal control assurance cycle for assigned APAC markets/entities, including walkthroughs, evidence requests, sample selection, and validation against ISC requirements.
• Support markets to document and improve controls across end-to-end processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Inventory, Treasury, ITGCs, data privacy).
• Support maintenance and use of compliance/controls tooling (controls library, certifications, evidence repositories, dashboards) in coordination with Regional and Group teams.
• Deliver controls awareness sessions and training for control owners and process teams; promote a first-line ownership culture.
• Support change programmes (ERP rollouts, process transitions, shared services changes) by assessing control impacts and validating key controls remain effective.
• Ensure control documentation and evidence handling aligns with data privacy expectations in the Philippines and Inchcape policies.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

PQE 3+ years

ITGCs knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Big4 or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

GRC tooling

Controls library

Evidence repositories

Certifications management

Job description

Job Title

Internal Controls Specialist

Location

BGC, Taguig

Overview

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 Internal Controls department is seeking a Specialist to support the delivery of Inchcape’s InControl Standards (ICS) across APAC by coordinating and executing control implementation, monitoring, and assurance activities in partnership with market control owners.

What you’ll do

• Act as a controls ambassador supporting the integration of new businesses, acquisitions, or significant change into Inchcape’s internal control environment across APAC.
• 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 ISC requirements.
• Support markets to 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 Regional and Group teams.
• Deliver controls awareness sessions and targeted training for control owners and process teams; promote a “first line ownership” culture.
• Support change programmes (e.g., ERP rollouts, process transitions, shared services changes) by assessing control impacts, advising mitigations and validating that key controls remain effective during change.
• Ensure control documentation and evidence handling aligns with applicable data privacy expectations in the Philippines and Inchcape policies (e.g., secure storage, access controls, least privilege).

About you

• Qualified Accountant with at least 3 years PQE, preferably with Big4 or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of internal control frameworks and assurance/testing methodologies; experience with ITGCs and systems‑enabled controls is desirable. Internal audit and/or CISA qualifications are beneficial.
• Experience maintaining controls libraries, evidence repositories and certification programmes in a GRC/compliance tool (or equivalent controls tooling) is desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrix and across cultures; able to influence without formal authority.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability; able to understand complex processes, identify risks, and propose practical control improvements.
• Ability to effectively plan/ manage/ prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting, facilitating walkthroughs and producing concise reporting.

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.

Worried that you don’t meet all the criteria exactly? We encourage you to apply! Your skills and perspectives may be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity within our business.

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.

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