Senior IT Audit & Financial Controls Specialist (CPA/CIA)

John Clements Consultants, Inc.; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

John Clements Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior IT Audit & Financial Controls Specialist to strengthen internal controls across financial, operational, and IT processes.

The role collaborates with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess risks and support SOX compliance. Ideal candidates have Big 4 IT Audit background or multinational exposure under US SOX, strong ITGC and application controls, and proven ability to design remediation plans and improve control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related business field.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including hands-on IT Audit.
• Must hold an active CPA or CIA certification.
• Experience with ITGC, IT application controls, and controls over financial reporting systems.
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, COSO, US GAAP, risk assessment methodologies, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience in control testing, walkthroughs, and remediation recommendations.
• Big 4 IT Audit or multinational SOX-regulated environments are highly valued.
• Experience reviewing SOC reports and supporting SOX activities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in reviews of financial, operational, and IT processes to evaluate internal control design, operating effectiveness, and compliance.
• Assess financial reporting controls and support SOX, COSO, US GAAP compliance.
• Evaluate IT risks in financial reporting systems, including ITGC and application controls.
• Conduct IT and financial control testing, process walkthroughs, and audit evidence reviews.
• Identify control deficiencies, assess risks, and recommend remediation plans with management.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Internal Audit to enhance financial systems and control frameworks.
• Document data flows, procedures, and testing results for Finance system implementations.
• Review SOC reports and support SOX compliance activities.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to strengthen control effectiveness.
• Present findings to management and support remediation actions.

Skills

IT Audit

Financial Controls

SOX Compliance

COSO Framework

US GAAP

Control Testing

Remediation

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related business field

Tools

SOC reports review

ITGC

ERP systems controls

Job description

Strengthen Financial Integrity. Mitigate Risk. Drive Control Excellence.

Are you an experienced audit professional with a strong background in IT Audit, financial controls, and risk management? We are looking for a Senior IT Audit & Financial Controls Specialist to evaluate and strengthen internal controls across financial, operational, and IT processes.

In this role, you will collaborate with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess risks, enhance financial reporting controls, support SOX compliance, and drive process improvements. You will also contribute to the evaluation and enhancement of financial systems, IT controls, and business processes in a dynamic corporate environment.

Professionals with experience in Big 4 IT Audit, Technology Risk, Risk Advisory, or multinational organizations operating under a US SOX control framework are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in reviews of financial, operational, and IT processes to evaluate internal control design, operating effectiveness, and compliance with company policies and standards.

• Assess financial reporting controls and support compliance with SOX, COSO, US GAAP, and applicable auditing standards.

• Evaluate IT risks associated with financial reporting systems, including IT General Controls (ITGC), application controls, and system interfaces.

• Conduct IT and financial control testing, process walkthroughs, and audit evidence reviews to identify control gaps and assess the effectiveness of existing controls.

• Identify control deficiencies, assess associated risks, and recommend practical remediation plans in collaboration with management.

• Partner with Finance, IT, and Internal Audit teams to evaluate, design, and enhance financial systems, technologies, and internal control frameworks.

• Document system data flows, process flows, procedures, testing results, and conclusions for Finance system implementations and ongoing control assessments.

• Review SOC reports and evaluate relevant system controls to support risk management and compliance activities.

• Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives to address identified issues and strengthen control effectiveness.

• Facilitate discussions with management and key stakeholders to present findings, agree on remediation actions, and support the resolution of control deficiencies.

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related business field.

• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including hands-on IT Audit experience.

• Must hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification.

• Demonstrated experience in IT General Controls (ITGC), IT application controls, and controls over financial reporting systems.

• Strong working knowledge of SOX 404, COSO, US GAAP, risk assessment methodologies, and internal control frameworks.

• Experience conducting control testing, process walkthroughs, identifying control deficiencies, and developing remediation recommendations.

• Experience in a Big 4 accounting or advisory firm, particularly in IT Audit, Technology Risk, or Risk Advisory, is highly preferred. Relevant IT Audit and SOX experience in multinational organizations is also valued.

• Experience reviewing SOC reports and supporting SOX compliance activities is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and process documentation skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and management stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to develop practical solutions, manage competing priorities, and drive control improvements in a dynamic business environment.

• Commitment to continuing professional development and compliance with applicable professional licensing requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate combines a strong IT Audit foundation with expertise in financial reporting controls, SOX compliance, and technology risk. Candidates from Big 4 IT Audit, Technology Risk, or Risk Advisory practices, as well as professionals with relevant experience in multinational SOX-regulated environments, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Ready to make an impact? and bring your expertise in IT Audit, risk management, and financial controls to help strengthen business integrity and operational excellence.