Senior Manager Internal Audit - Manila

Job Description

• Develop and execute a dynamic, risk-based internal audit plan, integrating insights from management and the Audit and Risk Committee. Present the plan and resource needs to the VP Internal Audit & Compliance for review and approval.
• Provide regular updates to the VP on internal audit activities, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), IT governance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess the impact of emerging risks, digital transformation, and evolving business operations, ensuring that control frameworks remain effective.
• Identify control gaps and recommend process enhancements that drive operational efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Build strategic partnerships with business leaders to foster a risk-aware culture and proactively address challenges.
• Leverage data analytics, automation, and AI-driven auditing tools to enhance audit precision and efficiency.
• Maintain an independent, objective audit function while delivering value-added insights to the VP and Audit and Risk Committee.
• Align audit methodologies with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and enterprise risk management (ERM) strategies.
• Partner with cross-border teams and shared service centers to standardize audit procedures and enhance global compliance.
• Identify enterprise-wide risks and collaborate with leadership to develop agile, business-aligned risk mitigation strategies.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing internal audit & compliance team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Oversee end-to-end audit engagements, ensuring compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Drive initiatives to modernize internal controls, leveraging technology to improve audit efficiency and transparency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in audit, risk management, and compliance, with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.
• Extensive leadership experience in senior internal audit roles, managing teams across multiple jurisdictions.
• 6+ years in gaming and hospitality, with a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management.
• 5+ years of experience with SOX compliance, preferably in a U.S. publicly listed company.
• Deep expertise in IT systems auditing, cybersecurity, and data analytics, with a track record of integrating tech-driven solutions into audit functions.