Internal Auditor- For Kolhapur Location - Only Maharashtra cand apply

Position: Assistant General Manager (AGM) Internal Audit

Location: Kolhapur

Department: Finance

Reports to: The Managing Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Internal Auditor with over 12 years of experience and a

Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification to join our dynamic team. The successful

candidate will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk

management, control, and governance processes, including comprehensive plant audits

of raw materials, finished goods, and operational procedures. This role demands a

strategic thinker who can offer insights to enhance operational efficiency, ensure

compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and guide the company

towards financial and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit Planning & Execution:

• Lead the development of the internal audit plan based on a thorough risk

assessment, including audits of plant operations, such as raw materials,

finished goods, and inventory management.

• Execute comprehensive audits of financial, operational, plant, and

compliance processes across various departments, ensuring the audit

scope aligns with the company’s strategic objectives and risk profile.

• Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify potential risks, inefficiencies, and compliance issues within

organizational processes, including production and supply chain

operations, and propose corrective actions.

• Monitor compliance with corporate policies, industry standards,

regulatory requirements, and safety protocols, with a focus on plant

operations.

• Develop, implement, and refine internal control procedures to minimize

risk, safeguard assets, and ensure the quality of raw materials and

finished goods.

• Plant Audit:

• Conduct regular and detailed audits of plant operations, including the

inspection of raw materials, finished goods, production processes, and

inventory management.

• Assess adherence to quality and safety standards at the plant level and

recommend necessary improvements to optimize operational efficiency

and reduce waste.

• Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare detailed audit reports with recommendations for process

improvements, risk mitigation, and plant efficiency.

• Present audit findings and recommendations, including those related to

plant audits, to senior management and the audit committee.

• Provide ongoing support and advice to management regarding internal

controls, risk mitigation, and plant-related audit findings.

• Process Improvement & Strategic Initiatives:

• Collaborate closely with leadership to enhance the overall governance

framework, including control systems, performance evaluation, and

operational effectiveness, with special attention to plant and production

processes.

• Suggest opportunities for process optimization, cost savings, and

operational improvements, particularly in plant operations.

• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure plant audit activities are

efficiently managed.

• Leadership & Mentorship:

• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior auditors, fostering a culture

of continuous improvement and attention to detail, especially in the

context of plant audits.

• Lead special audit projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as

needed, including those focused on plant operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Chartered Accountant (CA)

• Experience:

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management,

plant auditing, and financial auditing, with progressive leadership

responsibilities.

• Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to handle complex audit projects, including plant and

cross-functional team leadership.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, especially

in plant operations.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present audit

findings clearly and persuasively to senior management.

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work

independently.

• Proficiency in audit software and tools, with experience in data analytics

being an advantage.