Senior Audit Lead

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Part time

Job summary

Hammerjack Pty Ltd. in the Philippines seeks a Senior Audit Lead – Operations to join Internal Audit and lead the risk-based audit program. You will oversee multiple engagements, drive governance, and provide strategic insights to senior management and the Audit Committee.

The role requires 5+ years in internal or external auditing, a strong grasp of controls, AML regulations, and financial reporting. CPA/CIA preferred; probationary employment at outset with performance-driven progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree graduate.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible auditing experience as internal or external auditor.
• Strong knowledge of operational auditing, internal controls, risk management, AML regulations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Audit Executive in developing and enhancing the annual audit plan and risk assessment process.
• Lead and oversee multiple audit engagements, ensuring timely execution, quality deliverables, and compliance with audit standards and methodologies.
• Present audit findings, recommendations, and engagement results to senior management and the Audit Committee, escalating critical issues when necessary.
• Manage, coach, and develop auditors through performance management, career planning, training, and assignment of engagements based on skills.
• Monitor audit issue remediation, provide updates on unresolved high-risk findings, and recommend changes to the audit plan based on emerging risks.
• Ensure completion of administrative and reporting requirements while promoting effective audit practices and strong stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Audit

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Position Title: Senior Audit Lead – Operations

Location: UB Plaza, Ortigas, Pasig City

Employment Type: Probationary

About The Role

The Senior Audit Lead – Operations plays a key leadership role within Internal Audit, supporting the Chief Audit Executive in delivering a risk-based audit program and ensuring effective governance across the organization. This position oversees multiple audit engagements, provides strategic audit insights to senior management, and develops a high-performing team of auditors. The role is responsible for identifying operational, financial, and regulatory risks while driving audit quality, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Chief Audit Executive in developing and enhancing the annual audit plan and audit risk assessment process.
• Lead and oversee multiple audit engagements, ensuring timely execution, quality deliverables, and compliance with audit standards and methodologies.
• Present audit findings, recommendations, and engagement results to senior management and the Audit Committee, including escalation of critical audit issues when necessary.
• Manage, coach, and develop auditors through performance management, career planning, training, and assignment of audit engagements based on skills and development needs.
• Monitor audit issue remediation, provide updates on unresolved high-risk findings, and recommend changes to the audit plan based on emerging risks.
• Ensure completion of administrative and reporting requirements while promoting effective audit practices and strong stakeholder relationships across the organization.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree graduate.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible auditing experience as an internal auditor, external auditor, or a combination of both, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of operational auditing, internal controls, risk management, AML regulations, financial reporting processes, and operational risks.
• Proven ability to lead audit teams, manage multiple simultaneous audit engagements, and present findings to senior leadership and governance bodies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and people development skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are highly preferred.