Key Purpose of the Role
As a Internal Audit Manager, you will independently execute internal audits across various geographies, functions, and processes, while collaborating with managers and stakeholders. You will play a critical role in strengthening internal controls, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring alignment with business objectives through a risk-based audit approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently execute internal audits in line with the defined audit methodology
- Develop and review Risk Control Matrices (RCM) and audit testing strategies
- Perform risk assessments, process walkthroughs, and control testing (design & effectiveness)
- Analyse large datasets to identify risks, control gaps, and quantify business impact
- Identify root causes and recommend practical, value-driven solutions
- Validate audit observations with process owners and stakeholders
- Prepare high-quality audit documentation and reports
- Communicate audit findings, risks, and status updates to management
- Track and follow up on closure of audit observations
- Support cross-functional audits and contribute to audit initiatives
Key Requirements
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) Preferred
- Hands on experience in Internal Audit / Risk Advisory (Big 4 / reputed firms / MNCs)
- Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, internal controls, and audit methodologies
- Hands-on experience in walkthroughs, control testing, and audit execution
- Ability to independently manage audits with minimal supervision
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (experience with analytical tools is an advantage)
- Basic knowledge of SAP, ITGC, and application controls preferred
- Excellent communication (written & verbal) and stakeholder management skills
- Agile, proactive, and quick learner
