Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager

Work Address: Makati or Cebu

Work Set-up: HYBRID (3x on-site, 2 days WFH)

Work Schedule: 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM

About the position:

We are seeking an Internal Audit and SOX Compliance expert to join our highly productive finance team to support our global business. This highly visible role will work closely with senior management as well as cross-functional leaders throughout the company. We look for colleagues who value agility, passion and teamwork; those who can bring fresh ideas to the table and want the opportunity to learn, grow, and showcase their contributions. Bring your aptitude and build upon what you do best for our leaders, colleagues, team, and you.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and be responsible for the scoping, training, testing and reporting for the company's SOX compliance.
• Coordinate with each process and control owners and external auditors and advisory partners on various matters including planning activities, walkthrough participation, evidence requests, information sharing, and status updates
• Maintain close working relationships with all internal management teams as well as external auditors/consultants, and ensure a deep understanding of key risks and processes of the organization
• Partner with the business to ensure SOX documentation, including flowcharts, narratives, and controls are up to date, accurate and properly handled
• Collaborate with functional teams for compliance to outlined processes and ensure that all key controls are being performed satisfactorily
• Build and recommend improvements to process, controls and/or test programs to improve process efficiency/effectiveness and/or control environment
• Works across global and regional groups to communicate matters effectively to senior business management. Leverages control & compliance techniques to achieve business objectives.
• Lead and perform research documenting SOX issues and track remediation to conclusion
• Review findings from audits and facilitate the remediation plans
• Track and report overall SOX assessment status for reporting to senior management
• Perform assessments of the SOX impact of new initiatives, including changes in processes and procedures, system implementations/updates, new accounting standards and various special projects, ensuring the SOX controls are appropriately designed for a scaling business
• Communicate required changes to all process owners as needed, and assist with ongoing training activities including providing training to the controls owners/function leaders in areas of controls, policies and procedures and SOX compliance
• Assist in the development of the annual audit plan that aligns with the Company’s objectives, goals and overall risks

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CIA or CPA with a Big 4 public accounting firm is strongly preferred
• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience, a mix of private industry and public accounting or internal audit preferred
• Experience in designing, monitoring, or evaluating internal controls and SOX compliance programs for a multinational organization
• Strong background in public company SOX compliance requirements, accounting, and finance processes, including a solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational efficiency
• Strong knowledge/experience with Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements and US GAAP, COSO framework
• Familiarity with financial systems as they relate to reviewing and improving internal controls
• A customer service approach to help business process owners navigate the SOX program, especially with non-accounting business partners
• The ability to quickly develop strong working relationships with internal departments, including those in international locations, IT personnel, and external consultants and auditors
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence, interact, and partner with cross functional and remote teams
• A willingness to challenge status quo and drive continuous improvement through changes
• Self-motivated, able to manage change, and ability to work under tight deadlines and thrives in a high-growth and challenging environment with strong multi-tasking, analytical and decision making skills
• Critical thinking self-starter with strong leadership and project management capabilities
• Previous experience in developing and managing junior team members
• Amenability to work mid-shift schedule (1PM-10PM) and hybrid set-up

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• HMO coverage from day 1 of employment (2 free dependents)
• Paid annual and sick leaves (convertible into cash)
• Paid compassionate leave (5 days)
• Employee Dedication Award (years of service)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Promoting diversity and inclusion
• Business Travel Opportunity (Top Performers)
• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Competitive compensation package, Performance bonuses/incentives
• Career growth & advancement opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift

Work Location: In person