Audit Associate – Internal & External Auditing

About the role

The Audit Associate will support the audit function across multiple business units, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. This role involves conducting risk‑based reviews, evaluating controls, and providing actionable recommendations to improve efficiency and safeguard assets.

Key responsibilities

• Perform audits of Sales, Marketing, Controllers, Supply, Refinery, Operations, Corporate Offices and subsidiaries (both local and foreign).
• Execute business process reviews using risk‑based methodologies, including process mapping and risk & control assessments.
• Design audit plans and programs, and supervise third‑party audit engagements.
• Assess overall performance of auditees, report on internal control adequacy, policy compliance, and asset protection.
• Recommend improvements to policies, systems, procedures, and business processes to enhance profitability and productivity.
• Investigate fraud‑related cases and other ad‑hoc assignments requested by management.
• Monitor audit findings and ensure timely implementation of agreed‑upon action steps.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy.
• Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• 2–3 years of experience in internal or external auditing or accounting.
• Additional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an advantage.

Required skills

• Risk assessment and control evaluation.
• Audit planning and program development.
• Process mapping and flowchart creation.