Internal Audit Associate

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

Overview

ISS STOXX is growing! We seek an Internal Audit Associate who will be responsible for performing audit reviews within our global organization. This role primarily executes audit reviews from engagement planning, fieldwork, reporting and monitoring; so, they may individually manage the audit engagement or participate as a member of a project team, depending on the assigned audit engagement’s complexity.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audit reviews within area of scope including facilitating walkthrough discussions, defining test procedures, performing controls testing either through data analytics or sampling testing, evaluation of audit results (identifying gaps and assessing its root cause) and reporting audit findings and action plans
• Employ business acumen, analytical and technical skills to assess the design adequacy and test the effectiveness of the company's internal control, risk management and governance process
• Identify process improvement opportunities to drive efficiency and effectiveness, improve business operations, protect company assets and organization value, and maintain compliance with company policies and regulations
• Present and communicate audit results with process owners and leaders, and report final output to the top management
• Create process narratives, document walkthrough, risk and control assessment and testing results. Maintain high-quality, organized, accurate and timely working papers and support
• Demonstrate sound and up-to-date knowledge of ISS’ business and operations, industry trends and updates, relevant regulatory requirements, and internal audit standards
• Assume primary responsibility for an agreed area of specialty and act as knowledge resource within the IA team
• Provide key inputs in the development of the internal audit plan

Qualification

Training & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Business, Finance, Economics, or any equivalent/related course
• Has 3-5 years of internal or external audit experience having conducted full-cycle audit reviews from engagement planning, fieldwork, reporting and monitoring (preferably in Financial Services industry- global firm or shared services set-up or Audit firms - assurance and advisory services)
• Thorough understanding of organizational risk and control concepts and ability to apply such in evaluating processes, raising observations, and recommending improvements.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively from process owners to senior management
• Proficient in MS Office and experienced in navigating or operating common ERP or CRM systems
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the team in a fast-paced environment

Work Location & Schedule:

• Amenable to work in Ayala North Exchange Makati and on a hybrid set-up (3 days' work onsite per week)
• Amenable to work on a traditional dayshift schedule (8:30 AM-5:30 PM, Manila time)

#LI-NS1

#ASSOCIATE

#Finance

What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com

View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/

Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination or harassment against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.