Position Overview:
As an Internal Auditor, youll play a pivotal role in assessing risks, evaluating internal processes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your expertise in business process and technology auditing, combined with your certifications (CPA and CISA), will be instrumental in safeguarding our operations and enhancing efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Risk Assessment and Planning:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business processes, financial transactions, and technology systems.
- Work with management to develop risk-based audit plans, considering both financial and operational aspects.
- Identify key control areas related to technology infrastructure and financial reporting.
Business Process and Technology Auditing
- Conduct comprehensive audits of business processes, IT systems, applications, and databases.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls
- Assess compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Regulatory Compliance:
- Validate company compliance with key regulations such as
- PEZA (Philippine Economic Zone Authority)
- U.S. SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act)
- U.S. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
- PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)
Data Analytics and Process Improvement/Optimization:
- Utilize data analytics to identify anomalies, trends, and potential fraud.
- Investigate irregularities related to financial transactions.
- Propose process improvements and automation opportunities.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Prepare clear and concise audit reports, highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
- Present audit results to senior management.
- Foster positive relationships with business units and promote a culture of compliance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Certifications: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).
Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in internal auditing, with a focus on technology and financial controls.
- Familiarity with retail industry operations and financial processes.
- Prior exposure to working with the Big 4 audit firms or within BPO shared services centers.
Skills:
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
