Manager - Internal Audit/Risk & Controls - CA

We are a boutique consulting firm seeking an experienced Internal Audit, Risk & Controls professional to lead client engagements across internal audit, enterprise risk management, internal financial controls, and finance transformation projects. This role offers exposure to diverse assignments across industries with a specific focus on growth-stage companies.

Essential Qualifications:

- Qualified CA and/or IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors) certification.

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, Controls Assurance, or Governance-related roles.

- Strong experience in planning and executing comprehensive internal audits from scoping through reporting and closure.

- Working knowledge of Internal Financial Controls (IFC) frameworks and testing.

- Experience in assessing IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT risks, cybersecurity risks, and technology-enabled business processes.

- Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing multiple concurrent engagements.

Experience:

- Led end-to-end internal audit assignments across operational, financial, compliance, and process areas.

- Conducted risk assessments and developed risk-based audit plans.

- Evaluated business processes and recommended practical control improvements.

- Presented findings and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.

- Experience in drafting high-quality audit reports, risk assessments, and management presentations.

- Exposure to governance, risk management, compliance, and controls frameworks.

We are looking for:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polished and professional presence.

- Strong report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.

- Ability to engage confidently with CXOs, business heads, and senior leadership teams.

- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of driving projects independently.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic business mindset.

- Commitment to quality, professional excellence, and continuous learning.

This role offers exposure to a wide variety of engagements spanning internal audits, process reviews, risk assessments, IFC evaluations, and finance transformation advisory engagements. It is best suited to professionals who enjoy working across diverse business situations, leading teams, interacting with senior stakeholders, and delivering meaningful improvements in risk management and business performance.