Senior Manager Internal Audit & GRC

Role Overview: Birlasoft is seeking a Senior Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute risk-based audits across various business functions. As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with internal controls, regulatory standards, and governance frameworks. Your strategic oversight will encompass audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up, with a keen focus on continuous improvement, automation, and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute the annual audit plan in alignment with organizational goals. - Lead audits covering financial, operational, compliance, and ITGC domains. - Evaluate internal controls and recommend enhancements to mitigate risks. - Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure audit findings are addressed. - Oversee audit teams (including outsourced partners) and ensure timely completion of audit engagements. - Prepare and present audit findings to the senior leadership. - Coordinate with external auditors to ensure comprehensive coverage. - Drive adoption of audit tools, audit automation, and frameworks across departments. - Ensure the internal audit function consistently operates at a high standard aligned with industry-leading practices. - Verify design and operating effectiveness and relevance of the IFC framework. - Support investigations related to fraud, ethics, and compliance breaches. - Support ERM initiatives within the organization in line with industry best practices. - Support other special initiatives to enhance controls and governance in the organization. Qualifications Required: - Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory - Experience: 12-14 years of experience - Audit Expertise: Deep understanding of risk-based audits, SOX, IFC, RCM, and ITGC testing. - Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage with senior stakeholders. - Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills to assess risk scenarios and develop mitigation strategies. - Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting and stakeholder engagement. - Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with audit management systems, automations, and ERM tools. - Strategic Insight: Ability to align audit activities with business strategy and operational goals.,