IndiGo - Associate Director - Internal Audit - CA

Company Overview:

IndiGo is India's largest passenger airline, operating a vast network that connects domestic and international destinations through a modern fleet of aircraft.

As a leader in the aviation sector, the company focuses on providing affordable, on-time, and hassle-free travel experiences to millions of passengers.

With a culture rooted in operational efficiency and excellence, IndiGo maintains a significant market share and continues to set benchmarks for reliability and service standards in the global aviation industry.

Role Overview:

The Associate Director of Internal Audit will serve as a key leader within the finance and governance function, overseeing the integrity of internal controls and risk management frameworks.

This role involves working closely with senior leadership and board-level committees to provide independent assurance on business processes, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.

By identifying systemic risks and driving process improvements, the incumbent will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company's assets and ensuring the scalability of operations in a high-growth, fast-paced aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the end-to-end internal audit lifecycle, including risk assessment, audit planning, and execution, to ensure comprehensive coverage of high-risk business areas.

- Partner with cross-functional department heads to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and implement corrective actions that mitigate operational and financial risks.

- Present detailed audit findings and strategic recommendations to the Audit Committee and senior management to facilitate informed decision-making.

- Oversee the implementation of robust compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to aviation industry regulations and statutory financial requirements.

- Mentor and develop a high-performing audit team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, professional skepticism, and continuous improvement.

- Monitor emerging risks within the aviation sector and proactively adjust audit methodologies to address evolving business challenges.

Required Skillset:

- Possess a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification with 12 - 14 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk advisory, or financial control functions.

- Demonstrate deep expertise in risk-based auditing, internal control frameworks (COSO), and regulatory compliance within large-scale, complex organizations.

- Exhibit exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex audit insights clearly to executive leadership and board members.

- Show strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proven track record of identifying process inefficiencies and driving organizational change.

- Maintain high levels of professional integrity and the ability to navigate sensitive audit matters with objectivity and discretion.

- Demonstrate the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment based in Gurgaon, balancing on-site collaboration with independent strategic planning.