Senior Internal Audit Leader - Risk & Compliance

HRTX; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTX in Cebu City seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function across financial, operational, and compliance areas. You will develop the annual risk-based plan, oversee audits, evaluate controls, and report findings to executive leadership.

The role requires five years of internal or financial auditing experience, CPA/CIA or similar certification is an advantage, and strong analytical and communication skills to mentor a team and promote governance and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• At least five (5) years of progressive experience in internal audit, financial audit, operational audit, risk management, or related function with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk management frameworks, corporate governance, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience leading financial, operational, compliance, and risk-based audits across multiple business functions.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, investigative, and problem-solving skills with ability to identify business risks and recommend improvements.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP, audit management software, or data analytics tools is an advantage.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the organization's objectives and risk profile.
• Lead and oversee financial, operational, compliance, branch, and special audit engagements to evaluate internal controls and processes.
• Define audit objectives, scope, methodologies, timelines, and resource requirements for each engagement.
• Evaluate governance frameworks, risk management processes, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Review audit workpapers and documentation for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Conduct or oversee investigations involving fraud, policy violations, control deficiencies, and other high-risk concerns.
• Identify risks and provide practical recommendations to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with findings, root causes, risk assessments, and recommendations.
• Present audit results and recommendations to executive management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitor corrective actions and perform follow-up audits to ensure timely resolution.
• Promote continuous improvement of audit methodologies, processes, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and professional standards.
• Manage budgets, schedules, resources, and overall audit operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team and foster accountability and learning.
• Collaborate with external auditors, regulators, and stakeholders during audits and reviews.
• Stay informed of emerging risks, regulatory changes, and audit best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Audit Leadership

Risk Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Team Development

Integrity

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Audit management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

HRTX in Cebu City seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function across financial, operational, and compliance areas. You will develop the annual risk-based plan, oversee audits, evaluate controls, and report findings to executive leadership.

The role requires five years of internal or financial auditing experience, CPA/CIA or similar certification is an advantage, and strong analytical and communication skills to mentor a team and promote governance and integrity.