Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Internal Audit Manager to establish and lead the internal audit function. This role will collaborate closely with the Audit Committee, providing insights into financial and operational processes, risk management, and internal controls. The candidate will ensure compliance with COSO-Framework controls documentation and effectiveness, oversee adherence to relevant regulations, and help build a robust audit framework. Additionally, the role will support management in navigating new legal requirements, providing independent review and supervision to ensure compliance of any new regulation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Internal Audit Function: Establish and manage the internal audit function, defining audit priorities, methodology, and scope in line with organizational goals and industry best practices.
- Coordinate with the Audit Committee: Provide direct and regular reporting to the Audit Committee, ensuring that audit findings and risk assessments are communicated effectively and transparently.
- Risk Assessment & Internal Controls: Conduct thorough assessments of operational, financial, and compliance risks. Design and implement internal control frameworks to mitigate risks, including assessing financial reporting processes in preparation for an IPO.
- Compliance and Regulatory Readiness: Ensure the company’s financial and operational practices are compliant with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations, SEC requirements, and other regulatory frameworks that are critical for IPO readiness.
- Develop Audit Plans: Design and execute audit plans to review and assess the adequacy of internal controls, risk management processes, and the reliability of financial reporting.
- IPO Readiness: Collaborate with the executive team and external auditors to prepare for the IPO, ensuring that internal controls, financial statements, and reporting practices align with public company requirements.
- Continuous Improvement: Provide recommendations for process improvements and drive initiatives to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and reduce risks.
- Team Development: If applicable, mentor and develop junior audit staff, providing training on audit methodology, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in internal auditing, with a focus on financial and operational audits, risk management, and compliance.
- Prior experience in a leadership role in internal audit, particularly in an organization that has been preparing for or undergone an IPO.
- Extensive experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, financial reporting, and regulatory frameworks required for public companies.
- Experience working closely with senior management and audit committees to provide strategic insights and recommendations.
- Proven track record of helping companies prepare for IPOs, including evaluating the readiness of internal controls and financial reporting systems.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is a plus.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of financial controls, internal audit methodologies, and risk management principles.
- Excellent knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, and regulations.
- Familiarity with auditing ERP systems (e.g., EPICOR, Cognos) and financial reporting tools.
- Familiarity with ACL internal audit app is a plus.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with high attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to senior stakeholders.
- Fluency in Spanish is a plus
Soft Skills:
- Strategic Thinker: Ability to align internal audit processes with the company’s long-term goals, especially in preparing for an IPO.
- Collaborative: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across teams, including executive leadership, legal, and finance departments.
- Adaptable: Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment and handle a variety of tasks, especially in preparing for the public company transition.
- Proactive Problem Solver: Ability to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement proactively.
- Ethical Judgment: High level of integrity, transparency, and ethical behavior, particularly when handling confidential information and dealing with audit findings
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to Php130,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
Supplemental Pay:
- 13th month salary
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Internal Auditing: 5 years (Required)
- Financial and Operational Auditrs: 5 years (Required)
- Risk Management: 5 years (Required)
- SOX Compliance: 5 years (Required)
- GAAP: 5 years (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CIA (Required)
- CPA (Required)
- CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (Required)
Work Location: Remote