Senior Internal Auditor

A leading organisation in the agricultural sector is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join their team in Davao. This role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the delivery of risk-based internal audits across business, operational, financial, compliance, and governance areas.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will be entrusted with delivering high-quality risk-based audits across diverse business areas.

• Provide input into business process understanding by assisting in documenting process narratives, flowcharts, key risks, and controls for various departments.
• Execute assigned audits according to the approved internal audit plan and methodology, covering operational, farming, packing, financial, compliance, governance, human resources, supply chain, and other business processes.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls through control testing, walkthroughs, interviews, sample reviews, data analysis, and evidence validation.
• Utilise data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques where appropriate to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Document audit procedures, testing results, conclusions, and supporting evidence in line with internal audit standards to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Identify, analyse, and clearly document audit issues including root causes, risks, and practical recommendations for improvement.
• Discuss preliminary findings with process owners and stakeholders in a constructive manner to foster understanding and agreement on remediation actions.
• Prepare draft audit observations and support the Senior Manager in finalising audit reports while ensuring findings are supported by reliable evidence.
• Track agreed management actions for assigned audits by performing follow-up reviews to validate whether remediation actions have been completed effectively.
• Support risk assessment activities across regional operations by assisting in identifying key operational, financial, compliance, fraud, regulatory, and governance risks.

What you bring:

In this Senior Internal Auditor role you bring proven experience from operational or financial auditing roles within large organisations or top consultancies.

• You possess at least 3-5 years of experience in operational, financial or compliance audits within large organisations or consultancy firms.
• Your academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Risk Management.
• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or local equivalent is preferred; CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), COSO or risk management certification are advantageous.
• You are curious and analytical with the ability to apply professional skepticism when evaluating evidence.
• Your discretion enables you to handle confidential information sensitively while fostering trust among stakeholders.
• You are willing to learn continuously as industry trends evolve—keeping pace with regulatory changes affecting agricultural operations.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to nurturing talent through flexible working opportunities that promote work-life balance. Employees benefit from generous pension contributions which provide long-term security alongside ongoing training programmes designed to keep skills current as industry standards evolve. The company fosters an inclusive culture where collaboration is encouraged—ensuring everyone feels connected regardless of their department or location. Supportive leadership empowers individuals by recognising achievements openly while providing guidance tailored towards personal growth. The agricultural sector presents unique challenges but also offers rewarding experiences for those who value teamwork; here you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who share insights freely so that everyone can succeed together. With a focus on continuous improvement this employer invests in both people and processes—making it an ideal place for professionals seeking stability combined with opportunities for advancement.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your auditing career within a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.