Senior Internal Audit Strategist — Risk & Controls

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, Manila Branch; Taguig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ICBC Manila Branch is seeking an Internal Audit Senior Specialist to evaluate the bank's processes, controls, and risk management through risk-based audits. The role involves audit planning, fieldwork, risk and control assessment, reporting, and recommending practical improvements.

You will work closely with departments and management to promote sound controls, compliance, and continuous improvement, with backup support to the Internal Audit Lead as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing or related field.
• CPA or CIA certification is preferred.
• Experience in internal or external audit, preferably in banking.
• Knowledge of audit processes, risk assessment and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Chinese proficiency is an advantage.
• High integrity, independence and professionalism.
• Ability to organize and execute audit engagements with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of local banking regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating the Internal Audit Charter, manuals, policies, and procedures.
• Develop risk-based audit plans, define objectives, scope, timelines and required documentation.
• Conduct interviews and walkthroughs to assess controls and risks.
• Perform audit procedures based on approved programs and audit techniques.
• Analyze audit results, identify weaknesses and potential compliance or fraud risks.
• Provide practical recommendations to strengthen controls and improve processes.
• Prepare and maintain audit working papers and reports.
• Communicate findings to departments and coordinate management action plans and risk acceptance.
• Assist in evaluating engagement results and monitoring action plans.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and audit standards.
• Provide backup support to Internal Audit Lead and other executives when required.

Skills

CPA / CIA

Audit experience

Banking knowledge

Analytical thinking

Chinese (advantage)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Auditing

Job description

ICBC Manila Branch is seeking an Internal Audit Senior Specialist to evaluate the bank's processes, controls, and risk management through risk-based audits. The role involves audit planning, fieldwork, risk and control assessment, reporting, and recommending practical improvements.

You will work closely with departments and management to promote sound controls, compliance, and continuous improvement, with backup support to the Internal Audit Lead as needed.