Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager PKC Management Consulting

Location: Chennai (On-site)

Compensation: 12 18 LPA (commensurate with experience)

About PKC

PKC Management Consulting is a full-service professional services firm offering Audit & Assurance, Process Consulting, Business Process Automation, Accounting Outsourcing, Tax Planning, and more.

With over three decades of experience, PKC has built a reputation for partnering with organizations to streamline operations, improve governance, and deliver sustainable business growth.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience to join as an Internal Audit Manager. Candidates must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and must have completed their Articleship with significant exposure to Internal Audit / Internal Controls. This role is client-facing, with opportunities to manage audits end-to-end and grow rapidly within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and manage internal audit engagements across industries - manufacturing, software, service and retail.
• Test and evaluate internal controls, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Analyze data, perform sampling, and prepare audit working papers (Excel-based).
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical solutions; follow up on corrective actions.
• Prepare and present clear audit reports and findings to client management.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and organizational policies.
• Guide and coordinate with audit team members as the role matures.

Candidate Requirements

• Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory
• Experience: 3-5 years of post-qualification experience
• Articleship: Completed with strong exposure.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, data analysis) is a must
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and audit methodologies
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Integrity, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn and grow

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of 12-18 LPA
• Opportunity to gain broad industry exposure early in your career
• Training, mentorship, and structured career development
• A professional consulting environment with growth into leadership roles
• Direct client interaction and responsibility from an early stage