Senior Associate

Role & responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring financial, operational, and IT audits as per the annual audit plan or management directives.
• Perform substantive audit procedures and control testing to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Conduct risk-based reviews and continuous monitoring of business units to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Resolve audit and accounting issues in alignment with professional standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior associates, fostering a culture of quality and continuous learning.
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build strong relationships with audit clients and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and execution.
• Leverage ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and analytical tools to improve audit testing and reporting quality.

Preferred candidate profile

• In-depth knowledge of internal controls, SOX/IFC frameworks, and risk-based auditing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor audit teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with audit tools or data analytics software is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.