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Head of Audit Operations

Makati Permanent View Job Description
As Head of Audit Operations, the role will operations of audit delivery teams in the consultancy industry and help build high-performing offshore teams to deliver reliable outcomes for the organisation.
  • Newly created role
  • Leadership opportunity

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the consultancy/business services industry and located in Makati.

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the Head of Audit Operations are:



    • Lead and scale the Manila team's audit operations capability, overseeing end-to-end audit execution across the full audit lifecycle while ensuring seamless integration with the global onshore teams.


    • Own audit quality, risk management, and regulatory compliance, driving a quality-first culture, overseeing review processes, and acting as the escalation point for technical, quality, and performance matters.


    • Provide operational leadership for the audit function, including workforce planning, resource utilization, performance management, productivity improvement, and process standardization.


    • Lead the transition and expansion of audit work into the Manila hub, ensuring smooth onboarding, stakeholder alignment, operational stability, and effective management of engagement risks.


    • Drive strategy, transformation, and innovation by enhancing audit delivery through digital tools, data analytics, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.


    • Build and develop a high-performing audit organization through talent acquisition, coaching, learning programs, career pathways, and fostering a collaborative one-team culture across onshore and offshore teams.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Head Of Audit Operations should have:

  • Qualified accountant with strong operational leadership background and understanding of the audit environment, ideally gained within a Big 4 or leading professional services environment.
  • Proven leader of large-scale audit operations, with experience managing complex audit portfolios, multi-location teams, and driving operational transformation and capability growth.
  • Strong executive stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, build trusted relationships, and operate effectively within global matrix organizations.
  • Demonstrated leadership in building, scaling, and developing high-performing audit teams while fostering an inclusive, engaged, and talent-focused culture.
  • Strong commitment to audit quality, regulatory compliance, professional standards, and ethical decision-making.
  • Proven ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional environments and collaborate effectively across diverse cultures and geographies.

What's on Offer

  • Newly created role and leadership opportunity.
Contact
Nielbert Dy
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7132341
Phone number
+63 91 7708 0166

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Sub Sector
Shared Services
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Makati
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nielbert Dy
Consultant contact
+63 91 7708 0166
Job Reference
JN-102026-7132341

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.