Associate Manager - Internal Audit

Roles & Responsibilities - Associate Manager / Manager Audit & Governance (MAG)

• Develop and maintain the annual audit universe and risk-based audit plan.
• Conduct internal audits, process audits, operational audits, and special assignments across business functions.
• Review financial and operational processes to ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and governance standards.
• Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and business risks; provide recommendations for process improvement and risk mitigation.
• Perform pre-audit reviews and monitor adherence to audit timelines and quality standards.
• Support Internal Financial Controls (IFC) testing and coordinate with external/co-sourced auditors for control assessments.
• Utilize SAP, Power BI, AI tools, and data analytics techniques to analyze business data and enhance audit effectiveness.
• Prepare audit reports, present observations to stakeholders, and track closure of audit findings.
• Monitor compliance status of audit observations and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with business teams, finance functions, and leadership to strengthen governance and control frameworks.
• Participate in committee meetings and provide independent, objective insights on business processes and controls.
• Evaluate the performance of outsourced audit partners and ensure timely processing of related invoices and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function by adopting technology-enabled audit practices.
• Maintain compliance with audit methodologies, organizational governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support knowledge-sharing initiatives and contribute to capability building within the audit team.

Preferred Skills:

• Internal Audit, Risk Management, IFC Testing
• SAP, Power BI, Data Analytics
• Audit Planning & Execution
• Regulatory Compliance & Governance
• Stakeholder Management
• AI Tools (Copilot, ChatGPT)
• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Education:

CA with post qualification experience of 4 - 6 years.