Head of Internal Audit

Amagi is an AI-enabled industry cloud platform built for the new video economy, helping media companies modernize operations, unify streaming and broadcast workflows, and drive advanced monetization. From live remote production and real-time ad decisioning to automated playout and global content syndication. We operate a dynamic content and advertising marketplace and offer fully managed broadcast services that ensure 24/7 reliability and compliance. Trusted by 56% of the Top 50 media companies globally, Amagi powers over 7,000 channel deliveries across 300+ content distributors, processing 500K+ hours of content and generating 26 billion+ monetized ad impressions. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, with a 1000+ member global team across Americas, EMEA and APAC, Amagi is redefining how media is created, distributed, and monetized intelligently and globally. Our identity and mission: Amagi, epitomizing the essence of freedom, embarks on an extraordinary mission to establish the world's foremost media technology business rooted in a foundation of goodness. Our commitment to autonomy is paralleled by our shared connection through a compelling purpose, with the Amagi Way serving as our guiding light. In our pursuit, we strive to create a harmonious blend of individual freedom and collective purpose, shaping a unique and transformative journey that sets us apart in the realm of media technology. Work Mode: In Office Location: Bengaluru (Bannerghatta Road) Job Profile: We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Head of Internal Audit to lead our audit function as the company embarks on its journey toward an IPO. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a deep understanding of internal controls, and significant experience in managing audit processes for a company preparing for public listing. The incumbent is expected to set up and run a formal Audit Committee process with industry stalwarts. This role is crucial for ensuring our governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks are robust and aligned with regulatory expectations from SEBI, the Board, and other regulatory bodies as we scale up, both in business and in the function. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Strategy: Develop and lead the internal audit function, including setting the vision, goals, and objectives in alignment with the company's growth trajectory and IPO readiness. Audit Planning and Execution: Create and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan covering financial, operational, and compliance risks. Get the same approved by the Audit Committee and sync with the Statutory Auditors. Align internal stakeholders on the schedule and ensure the plan is delivered as envisaged. Risk Management and Internal Controls: Identify and assess areas of risk and develop strategies to mitigate those risks, including enhancing internal controls, governance, and compliance frameworks. Provide recommendations to executive management on mitigating risks before IPO and post-IPO. IPO Readiness: Play a pivotal role in IPO preparations, including ensuring SEBI readiness for DRHP and be ready before RHP filing. Ensure compliance with the Regulator requirements, and collaboration with external auditors. Lead initiatives to strengthen and formalize internal controls over financial reporting. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between on-ground teams, executive management, the board of directors, and external stakeholders such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Present audit findings and recommendations to the audit committee, ensuring transparency and clarity in communication. Assist the teams on the ground to understand the long-term roadmap. Team Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing internal audit team. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Manage relationships with regulators, external statutory auditors, and consultants as needed. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies. Maintain a robust documentation and reporting framework, providing regular updates to senior management and the audit committee on audit outcomes, identified risks, and control gaps. Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes, implementing changes where necessary to enhance the company's control environment and support long-term growth post-IPO. Skills and Expertise Required: CA, with 15-20 years of post-qualification experience. Experience in a public company environment or with a company preparing for an IPO, including thorough knowledge of ICFR and SEBI regulations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex audit projects from planning to execution. Proven ability to work effectively with senior leadership, the audit committee, and external auditors. Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to mentor and develop staff. Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy.,