Senior Manager - Internal Audit

Senior Manager - Internal Audit

Role Purpose:

To lead the internal audit function, developing and executing a risk-based audit plan that enhances the organization's control environment and governance. This role will lead a team of specialized auditors to ensure that financial, IT, and legal processes are well-controlled and aligned with business objectives.

About the Role:

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Management:

  Oversee a team of audit associates, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development.

• Audit Planning & Execution:

  Develop and manage a risk-based audit plan with a focus on Finance, ITGC, and Legal & Compliance. Lead the end-to-end audit process, from scoping and fieldwork to reporting and follow-up.

• Risk & Controls Expertise:

  Use deep expertise in financial processes to identify and assess risks, evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of controls, and recommend actionable improvements.

• Technical Audits:

  Provide guidance and oversight for ITGC and legal compliance audits conducted by specialized associates.

• Lapse Tracking & Remediation:

  Monitor the timely closure of audit findings and work with business partners to ensure effective remediation.

• Strategic Reporting:

  Prepare and present concise, impactful reports on audit findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership.

• Stakeholder Management:

  Partner with business leaders to embed a culture of risk awareness and ensure ownership of controls.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA):

  This is a mandatory requirement.

• 5-8 years of experience

  in internal audit, statutory audit, or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership capacity.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), and audit methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and lead a team of audit professionals.
• A strong bias for execution, detail orientation, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, report drafting, and presentation skills to effectively convey complex issues to a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience in using data analytics or technology to enhance audit efficiency is a plus.

Other Work Profile:

• Working Days:

  5 (Sat,Sun Off)

• Work Mode:

  Work-from-Office, Hyderabad

• Compensation:

  As per industry standards