Head - Internal Audit

Job Description

Role Overview We are seeking a visionary and detail-oriented Head of Audit who will be responsible for leading the audit, risk, and internal control functions across Ritcos pan-India operations. The ideal candidate should bring a strategic mindset, deep financial acumen, and the ability to lead a high-performing audit team in a logistics-intensive business environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of 10+ internal auditors across business verticals Conduct risk-based internal audits and ensure implementation of cost-optimization strategies Collaborate with the finance team in creating and managing comprehensive budgeting processes Develop and institutionalize robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for financial discipline across departments Design frameworks to audit expenses, vendor contracts, and other overheads, driving cost efficiency and accountability Actively contribute to business planning and strategic forecasting by offering insights from audit reports Monitor internal controls and compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies Evaluate operational risks and present mitigation strategies to the management and Board Drive automation and digitization of audit processes using advanced tools Present audit findings with actionable insights to the senior leadership for timely corrective measures Candidate Profile Qualified CA / ICWA (Preferred) Minimum 10 years of experience (Preferred: 15+ years), with at least 3 years in a leadership role Prior experience in logistics / supply chain / transportation industry highly preferred Proven experience in developing and executing cost-saving initiatives Deep understanding of audit standards, financial controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments Visionary thinker capable of building sustainable SOPs that reduce risk and control expenditure