Experienced Internal Audit Lead
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I’m an experienced Audit and Risk professional with around 12 years of hands-on experience across both multinational and fast-growing companies like Akulaku Group, Astra International, FrieslandCampina, and Makuku Indonesia. My journey has always been about building something from scratch — from designing internal control systems and risk frameworks to setting up complete audit functions that actually work in real business.
I believe internal audit shouldn’t just be about checking compliance, but also about helping the business grow smarter and more sustainable. Over the years, I’ve led teams, collaborated closely with different departments, and supported management in making more transparent and data-driven decisions. I’m also quite passionate about building governance and risk culture that empowers people, not limit them.
Colleagues usually describe me as someone who’s structured, calm under pressure, and always eager to improve things — whether it’s a process, a system, or a team mindset. For me, success means when the business runs smoother, and people trust the process we’ve built together.
I’ve been working in the world of audit, risk, and governance for about 12 years now — and honestly, it’s been quite a journey. From my early days at Deloitte, doing long hours digging through financial statements, to now leading internal audit functions and talking strategy with top management, I think I’ve seen how good governance can truly help a business grow, not just stay compliant.
Right now, I’m with Makuku Indonesia (PT.
Indonesia) — part of J&T and OPPO Group — as Head of Internal Audit. When I joined, the function didn’t really exist yet. So I started everything from zero — policies, frameworks, audit charters, end-to-end process mapping, all of it. It’s exciting and challenging at the same time, especially when you’re working directly with the founders and C-level team. My goal has always been to make internal audit not just a control function, but a business partner that supports growth, scalability, and transparency. I guess that’s where I feel most useful — when I can help the business move faster and smarter at the same time.
Before Makuku, I spent around five years in Akulaku Group, where I also built the internal audit department from scratch. Those were intense years — the company was expanding so fast, turning into a full fintech ecosystem: financing, marketplace, payments, even credit scoring. I was leading a small but passionate team, and we worked closely with the Board of Directors and Audit Committee, designing risk-based audit plans, reengineering business processes, and aligning everything with OJK regulations.
I had a lot of chances to sit in strategic discussions, sometimes even challenging the management’s decisions — not in a confrontational way, but as a partner who wanted to make sure the business stayed sustainable.
Earlier in my career, I worked at Astra International, in their Group Audit & Risk Advisory (GAnRA) unit. That role gave me a lot of exposure to different industries — mining, logistics, property, toll roads, you name it. I was part of the team that led joint audits across Astra’s subsidiaries, and sometimes we presented directly to top executives.
It really sharpened my communication skills, especially when dealing with senior leaders who have decades of experience. I learned how to deliver audit findings with confidence, empathy, and facts — no drama, just clarity.
One of the most eye-opening chapters in my career was with FrieslandCampina, both in Indonesia and Hong Kong. I was handling risk management and internal control based on SOX and GAAP standards, working with both local and global teams. That experience really shaped how I view risk — not just as something to avoid, but as something to understand and manage wisely.
I had to communicate in multicultural settings, sometimes late-night calls with Europe and Hong Kong, and I think that helped me become more adaptive and open-minded.
Earlier on, I also had valuable time with Royal Golden Eagle Group (RGE) and Deloitte. At RGE, I worked on special audits — including investigations — across manufacturing, plantations, and consumer goods. It was a great place to build technical depth and people skills at the same time. And at Deloitte, where everything started, I learned the discipline and structure that still guide my work until today.
If I look back, what really defines my career is this: I’ve always been the guy who enjoys building structure out of chaos. Whether it’s setting up an audit department, mapping risks, or helping management see the “why” behind every process, I take pride in bringing clarity where it’s needed most.
People who’ve worked with me often say I’m calm, structured, and not afraid to speak up — but always with a constructive mindset. I believe internal audit should be more than finding gaps; it should be about helping people and businesses make better decisions.
At the end of the day, for me, success is when the company runs smoother, the teams grow stronger, and everyone trusts the system we built together.
Bachelors Degree majoring in Accounting, Finance and International Business from
Philippines School of Business and Administration and
