Internal Audit Lead

The role requiresstrongknowledge of Internal Audit Standards, ability to understand & evaluate effectiveness of Key processes in the organization and capability to work closely with Process Owners to fix any identified gaps in the processes. The role also requires a good understanding of Internal Financial Controls to work extensively on defining Risk control Metrics in each process.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assess organization'sexecution of a process against a number of standards, policies, metrics, or regulations..

2. Examine the Organisation'sinternal controls around corporate governance, accounting, financial reporting, and IT general controls..

3. Lead the Annual exercise of determaniation of Internal Audit Scope with Internal Auditors of the Organisation andcoordination with multiple stakeholders for smooth execution

4. Analyzing and interpreting audit findings, and work closely with Process owners to execute the Audit recommendations

5. Work on finalisation of Risk Control Metrics for all the Key processes in the Organisation and coordinate with Key stakeholders for effectiveness of documentation for Internal Financial Controls.

6. Regular review of areas requiring Continuous Control Monitoring and report the findings to Management.

• Educational Qualification:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE are highly preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum 4 years of experience in internal audit, preferably in the IT & ITES industry.
• Core Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
• Proven ability to develop audit plans and execute audit procedures.
• Skilled in identifying issues, conducting root cause analysis, and recommending solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience working both independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and audit-related software or databases.

Key Competencies

• Internal Audit Standards & Practices
• Risk & Control Assessment
• Internal Financial Controls (IFC) Implementation
• Audit Planning & Execution
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Process Improvement & Risk Mitigation
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication