Senior Associate

This opening is for a client requirement and not for PKF directly.

We are looking for Senior Associates for our Risk Advisory team in Mumbai.

YOUR ROLE INCLUDES

• Develop and implement an internal audit plan
• Ensure that the internal audit function provides an independent assessment of the adequacy of the company's internal systems and controls, including the systems for appropriate identification and evaluation of risk and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure objectivity and thoroughness of the data collected and processed
• Ensure that appropriate advice is given for maintaining an effective system of internal financial control
• Conduct internal audits, pre-audits, and coordinate with external auditors of the company
• Continuous learning and development
• Actively involved in team building and networking activities

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Effective communication and human relations skills
• Good articulation and report writing skills
• Knowledge of a variety of reporting procedures, regulations, and laws
• Knowledge of Internal Auditing Standards
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to observe and understand business processes
• Excellent English Language in terms of reading, writing, and speaking
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to learn new software's
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make presentations to audit committees of boards
• Strong work ethic, the confidentiality of information (in particular)
• Data Analytics

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• 2 to 4 years of experience in the Internal Audit Function
• Must be a qualified Chartered Accountant
• Use of software like CAATs (Computer-aided audit tools), ACL (Audit Command Language), IDEA, etc.
• Hands-on experience in the usage of AI Chatbots