Senior Internal Auditor (SOX)

Risewave Consulting, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Risewave Consulting, Inc. in Manila invites an Internal Audit professional to grow with a global portfolio of audits covering financial, operational, and compliance risks, including SOX testing.

You will gain exposure to governance processes and risk management while supporting growth initiatives. Depending on level, you may work independently or lead engagements, serving as a trusted advisor to management with strong analytical and communication skills and experience in leading audits across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA or CA certification required for Manager level; CIA preferred but not required.
• 2–4 years of audit experience for Internal Auditor; 4–6 years for Senior Internal Auditor.
• SOX testing experience and internal control assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and/or lead financial, operational, and compliance audits, including SOX testing.
• Evaluate internal controls using COSO/COBIT frameworks.
• Identify risk exposures and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare audit documentation, workpapers, findings, and reports.
• Partner with global business units to assess risks and strengthen governance processes.
• Travel up to 50%, including international travel, as required.
• Lead end-to-end audit engagements (planning to reporting).
• Mentor junior auditors and support team capability development.
• Assist in SOX compliance activities.
• Develop audit workpapers and support report preparation.
• Deliver audit programs, findings, and recommendations across multiple audits.
• Provide insights to improve operational efficiency and governance.

Skills

SOX knowledge

COSO/COBIT

Audit methodologies

End-to-end audits

Analytical skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA certification

CIA (preferred)

Tools

Oracle

HFM

Essbase

Job description

If you are an Internal Audit professional looking for an opportunity to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Manila office, you will contribute to audit projects covering financial, operational, and compliance risks and controls (including SOX) across our global portfolio of business units.

You will gain deep exposure to business operations, risk management frameworks, and governance processes while supporting strategic and operational growth initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capability, leadership potential, business acumen, and excellent communication skills.

Depending on your level, you will work independently or lead audit engagements while serving as a trusted advisor to management.

For All Levels:

• Participate in and/or lead financial, operational, and compliance audits, including SOX testing.
• Evaluate internal controls using recognized frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
• Identify risk exposures and recommend practical, value-added improvements.
• Prepare audit documentation, workpapers, findings, and formal audit reports.
• Partner with business units globally to assess risks and strengthen governance processes.
• Support the annual risk assessment and audit planning process.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function.
• Travel up to 50%, including international travel, as required.

Additional Responsibilities by Level:

• Execute audit procedures and testing under guidance.
• Assist in SOX compliance activities.
• Develop audit workpapers and support report preparation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and validate findings.
• Support remediation follow-ups and control monitoring activities.
• Lead end-to-end audit engagements (planning to reporting).
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on internal control matters and risk mitigation strategies.
• Deliver audit programs, findings, and recommendations across multiple audits simultaneously.
• Provide insights to improve operational efficiency and governance.
• Mentor junior auditors and support team capability development.
• Assist in defining audit methodologies aligned with professional standards.

Required Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional Certification required for Manager: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CA (Chartered Accountant)
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) preferred but not required
• Internal Auditor: 2–4 years of relevant internal audit experience (internal or external audit)
• Senior Internal Auditor: 4–6 years of progressive audit experience, including experience leading audits

Additional Preferred Experience:

• Experience in a global manufacturing or multinational environment preferred
• Hands-on experience with SOX compliance and internal control testing

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of SOX, internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT), and audit methodologies
• Experience leading end-to-end global audit projects (Senior and Manager levels)
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable recommendations
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Oracle and HFM / Essbase systems
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus
• Proactive, high-integrity professional with strong work ethic and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills