Senior Internal Audit Manager: Risk & Governance

WHR Global Consulting; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

WHR Global Consulting in the Philippines is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the development and execution of risk-based audit plans, deliver draft reports, and monitor remediation across business units.

A bachelor’s degree in Accountancy with a CPA is required; CIA/CISA/CRMA are advantageous. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of leadership experience in internal or risk-focused audits, strong communication, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy and CPA required.
• CIA, CISA, or CRMA certifications are an advantage.
• 5–10 years of leadership experience in audit or risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based financial and operational audit plan.
• Develop and maintain internal audit manuals and ensure alignment with best practices.
• Evaluate risk management, governance, and internal control processes for effectiveness.
• Prepare and review audit reports and presentations.
• Maintain records of audit plans, work papers, findings, and follow-up actions.
• Determine staffing and development needs of the IA team.
• Collaborate with analytics and IT audits to improve methodologies.
• Lead initiatives for governance and operational excellence across the department.
• Develop risk models, audit programs, and analytics inventory.
• Refresh internal audit policies based on IIA Standards & Ethics.

Skills

Audit management

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Governance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA

CIA

CISA

CRMA

Job description

WHR Global Consulting in the Philippines is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the development and execution of risk-based audit plans, deliver draft reports, and monitor remediation across business units.

A bachelor’s degree in Accountancy with a CPA is required; CIA/CISA/CRMA are advantageous. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of leadership experience in internal or risk-focused audits, strong communication, and project-management skills.