Quality Assurance and Governance Audit Officer

PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies; Makati; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies is seeking an experienced internal auditor to ensure the effectiveness of the internal audit function. The role involves implementing Quality Assurance and Improvement Programs aligned with global standards, providing assurance on governance and internal controls, and driving audit quality initiatives.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have 5-6 years of relevant experience, with certifications like CIA being an advantage. Candidates must be familiar with risk assessment activities and have a solid grasp of international audit standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5-6 years of experience in audit or risk management.
• CIA or other relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Prepare clear audit findings and reports.

Skills

Risk assessment

Audit testing

Control evaluation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Audit, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

The position is primarily responsible for ensuring the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the internal audit function by implementing the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) in alignment with Global Internal Audit Standards. The position is also responsible for providing independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal controls while driving audit quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Familiar with annual audit planning and risk assessment activities, supporting risk-based audit plans.
• Experienced in developing Audit Work Programs (AWP), including audit scope, objectives, methodology, and timelines.
• Skilled in conducting walkthroughs, interviews, and risk assessments to identify key risks and controls.
• Proficient in performing audit testing, including control testing, data analysis, and transaction validation.
• Knowledgeable in evaluating internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes.
• Able to identify control gaps and issues, and prepare actionable recommendations addressing root causes and improvement areas.
• Experienced in documenting audit work and preparing clear audit findings and reports for management and stakeholders.
• Familiar with reviewing audit engagements for quality and monitoring implementation of agreed action plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Audit, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Has CIA or other relevant certifications (e.g., CFE, CRMA), an advantage.
• Has 5–6 years of experience in audit, risk management, compliance, finance, or related functions, preferably within financial institutions.
• Experienced in audit activities such as risk assessment, governance review, documentation, and quality assurance reviews.
• Has basic knowledge of International Internal Audit Standards (IIA / Global Internal Audit Standards).
• Knowledgeable in QAIP and audit quality improvement processes, an advantage.
• Open to working in Makati.