Manager / Sr. Manager Business Risk Advisory - Consulting

Role Description Business Risk Advisory Practice

This role in Business Risk Advisory practice is mission critical and requires multi-dimensional capabilities. This role will play a critical role in building the practice in southern region. The role holder will identify business opportunities within their immediate clients business or across an industry in southern region.

This role is responsible for growing existing accounts and attracting new business. The incumbent will develop a deep understanding of clients business and build lasting relationships with client personnel. The role holder will demonstratetechnical competence in their product group and industry, understand clients perspective and become the de-facto go-to-person. The incumbent will be responsible for serving clients and ensuring outstanding quality execution of projects. This role will develop contacts within the business community and serve as ambassador in the market. Basis their credibility, the best-fit candidate is expected to attract, develop and retain the best of talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate clients risk areas covering all significant processes and provide comprehensive input to the development of a risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Supervise a team of internal audit personnel across different client engagements. Plan, organize, direct and monitor internal audit operations, including overall quality of deliverables, processes and completion of projects within budgeted timeline. Oversee billing and collections.
• Develop relevant audit programs & procedures including Risk & Control Matrix (RCM).
• Manage performance of audit procedures. This includes identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures. Demonstrate technical competence in related domain.
• Communicate the results of assignments through written reports and oral presentations on a timely basis to engagement director as well as client management.
• Assist engagement director with identification for any new firm services at existing or new clients. Prepare & track proposals and conduct proposal meetings with clients.
• Develop and engage team through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Assist with hiring, training, and evaluation of staff and take effective actions to address performance matters.

• Strong relevant business practice management experience in a related field (Business Risk), preferably in professional services and/or industry.
• Qualified Chartered Accountant or an MBA from a premium business school
• Understanding of business processes and internal control concepts (COSO, COBIT); knowledge of process gaps identification and auditing methodologies (including flowcharting), IT Infrastructure, Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications

• Ability to think laterally, showcase business acumen and well versed in current trends and developments across business & economy
• A good blend of creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems
• Demonstrated excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent project management and client relationship skills. Proven business development skills. Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in times of high stress.
• Must work well in a team-oriented environment as well as independently. Prior management and direct supervisory experience in a team environment required. Demonstrated mentoring and people development skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent time management skills. Must have ability to multi-task.
• Ability to travel as necessary to meet client needs