Internal Audit Senior Manager

The Internal Audit Senior Manager is responsible for supporting the Head of Internal Audit in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of the department's audit, risk, advisory and governance activities.

The role is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the Internal Audit function, overseeing both Store and Non-Store Audit teams and coordinating other activities under Internal Audit, including whistleblowing administration, data analytics and monitoring, special reviews, and advisory engagements.

The position ensures that audit plans and other departmental priorities are delivered on time, audit work meets expected quality standards, and team members are appropriately guided, coached and held accountable. And performs other assignment that may be given by the INTERNAL AUDIT HEAD.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Internal Audit Operations

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Internal Audit function, covering Store and Non-Store Audit.
• Translate the approved audit plan into clear priorities, assignments, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Monitor overall audit progress and ensure engagements and reports are delivered within agreed timelines.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, resource constraints, and delays, escalating significant matters to the Head of Internal Audit.
• Ensure appropriate coordination and workload allocation across the team.

2. Audit Quality, Delivery and Follow-Through

• Oversee the planning, execution, documentation, and reporting of audit engagements.
• Perform detailed review of audit working papers, testing, findings, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
• Challenge conclusions where evidence, analysis, or risk assessment is insufficient.
• Ensure audit reports are clear, accurate, risk-focused, and supported by sufficient evidence.
• Drive the timely completion of agreed management action plans and monitor commitments made by auditees.
• Monitor closure of audit issues and ensure supporting evidence is obtained and validated.

3. Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the Store and Non-Store Audit teams.
• Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for quality and timely delivery.
• Allocate assignments based on risk, workload, capability, and development needs.
• Provide regular feedback and address performance or quality concerns.
• Identify capability gaps and support training, development, and succession planning.

4. Advisory and Special Activities

• Whistleblowing administration and monitoring.
• Continuous monitoring, and audit analytics.
• Fraud investigations and special reviews.
• Advisory engagements involving significant processes, systems, projects, or business initiatives.
• Significant risk matters and sensitive cases are escalated to the Head of Internal Audit for appropriate direction.

5. Stakeholder Management and Reporting

• Build effective working relationships with process owners and management while maintaining
• Internal Audit independence and objectivity.
• Lead discussions with management on audit findings, risks, and corrective actions.
• Prepare management updates and other materials for review by the Head of Internal Audit.
• Represent the Head of Internal Audit in meetings and discussions when delegated.
• Coordinate with other functions and external parties on matters relevant to Internal Audit.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of BS Accountancy and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems
• Auditor (CISA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are preferred but not required.
• At least 8-10 years of experience, with 5 years in internal or external audit.
• Progressive experience in managing and developing teams
• Experience in retail, trading or similar industries is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of internal audit frameworks, risk management and internal control systems
• Proficient in using audit tools, data analytics software and ERP systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to senior management
• High level of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail
• Willing to travel to various retail locations, warehouses and other facilities nationwide