About Affinity Affinity is pioneering new frontiers in AdTech: developing solutions that push past today’s limits and open up new opportunities. We are a global AdTech company helping publishers discover better ways to monetize and enabling advertisers to reach the right audiences through new touchpoints. Operating across 10+ markets in Asia, the US, and Europe with a team of over 450 experts, we are building privacy-first ad infrastructure that opens up opportunities beyond the walled gardens. Role: Associate, Team Lead Work Location: Mumbai (Malad) About Role: The Associate Team Lead - Audit & Compliance will oversee and execute financial audits, ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies, and support risk management initiatives. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in financial controls, auditing, and compliance processes. Roles & Responsibility: Audit Execution & Management Conduct internal and external audits to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Review and verify financial statements, reports, and transactions for adherence to policies and regulations. Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to streamline the audit process. Compliance Monitoring Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, including tax laws, accounting standards, and corporate policies. Develop and implement compliance frameworks and checklists for internal use. Monitor changes in laws and regulations and update company policies accordingly. Risk Assessment & Mitigation Identify potential financial and operational risks through comprehensive analysis. Recommend and implement risk mitigation strategies. Conduct periodic reviews of processes and controls to identify improvement opportunities. Team Leadership Supervise and guide junior team members, providing mentorship and training in audit and compliance practices. Allocate tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance to ensure objectives are met. Reporting & Communication Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings and actionable recommendations. Present audit results and compliance updates to senior management. Act as a liaison between the finance team and other departments on audit and compliance matters. Qualifications And Skills Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (mandatory). Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent certification preferred. Experience: Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in auditing, compliance, or related finance roles. The candidate should have experience in handling external audits, particularly with a Big 4 firm Experience in leading audit assignments and working with cross-functional teams. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, internal controls, and audit methodologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient in financial software and audit tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP etc.). Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership abilities. Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy. Show more Show less