Assistant Manager / Manager – Internal Audit

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to join our Internal Audit team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong internal audit experience in the manufacturing sector, SAP system exposure, and a readiness to travel extensively for audits.

Key Responsibilities:
Plan and execute risk-based internal audits across plants, warehouses, and head office functions.

Conduct process audits, operational audits, and compliance reviews to assess control effectiveness.

Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls in business processes, financial transactions, inventory management, procurement, and production cycles.

Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk exposures; recommend practical, value-added solutions.

Perform audits using SAP ERP modules (FI, MM, SD, PP, etc.) to extract, analyze, and verify data.

Prepare detailed audit reports with observations, risk implications, and actionable recommendations.

Follow up on audit observations to ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive internal control improvements and process standardization.

Present audit findings to senior management and support external auditors with internal control documentation.

Stay updated with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and internal audit methodologies.

Candidate Requirements:
Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) 1st Attempt preferred

Experience: 23 years of post-qualification experience in Internal Audit only

Industry Exposure: Must have worked in the manufacturing industry
(IT, BFSI, and service sector experience will not be considered)

Technical Skills:

Hands-on experience with SAP ERP is mandatory

Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments

High integrity and professional ethics

Travel: Willingness to travel ~100 days annually across audit locations

Preferred Background: Candidates from Big 4 firms or reputed internal audit consultancies will be given preference

Availability: Immediate joiners or candidates with =30 days notice

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Internal Audit

Assistant Manager Internal Audit

Manager Internal Audit

Audit Manager

Risk-Based Audit

Process Audit

Operational Audit

Compliance Audit