Auditor
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Auditor will be responsible for conducting internal audits of our financial records, operational procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct internal audits of financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow records.
- Verify the accuracy of accounts payable and receivable.
- Examine payroll records, expense reports, and petty cash transactions.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant accounting standards.
- Review and assess internal controls to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements.
- Audit operational processes related to fleet management, maintenance, fuel consumption, and dispatching.
- Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of business procedures.
- Ensure compliance with local and national regulations, including those from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Department of Transportation (DOTr), and other government agencies.
- Assess and mitigate risks related to fraud, financial mismanagement, and operational inefficiencies.
- Prepare and present audit findings to management, including recommendations for corrective actions.
- Prepare detailed audit reports with clear and concise findings, observations, and recommendations.
- Maintain thorough and organized documentation of all audit work, including work papers and evidence.
- Follow up on audit findings to ensure that recommended actions have been implemented.
- Work closely with various departments, including but not limited to Accounting, Operations, Health, Safety and Environment, and Human Resources, to gather information and facilitate the audit process.
- Provide guidance and support to other team members on internal control best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an Auditor, preferably within the logistics or trucking industry.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal control frameworks, and auditing standards.
- Familiarity with Philippine taxation and business regulations (BIR, DOTr, etc.).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a significant advantage.