Sr Consultant - Internal Audit & Sox
Grant Thornton · Kolkata · onsite · Posted 44d ago
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JOB OVERVIEW
You will support the delivery of internal audit, risk management, governance, and compliance engagements across a variety of industries. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to identify practical solutions to complex business challenges. The Senior Consultant will play a key role in planning and executing engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and delivering high-quality advisory services that add value to our clients organizations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Internal Audit & Risk Advisory
Participate in and lead internal audit engagements across various business functions and industries
Assist clients in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, financial, strategic, and compliance risks
Conduct risk assessments, internal audits, and compliance reviews in accordance with professional standards and leading practices
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes.
Perform walkthroughs, testing, and analysis of key business processes including:
Revenue and receivables
Procurement and payables
Inventory and asset management
Treasury and finance operations
Operational and business process controls
Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and emerging risks, and develop practical recommendations for improvement
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
Prepare clear, concise, and high-quality audit reports detailing observations, root causes, risk implications, and actionable recommendations
Present audit findings and recommendations to client management and engagement leadership.
Support clients in developing and implementing remediation action plans
Build and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders throughout the engagement lifecycle
Risk Management & Governance
Support the design and implementation of enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks, internal control frameworks, and governance processes
Assist clients in strengthening compliance programs and regulatory readiness initiatives
Contribute to risk and control self-assessments, policy reviews, and governance enhancement projects
Project Delivery & Team Leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional engagement teams to deliver high-quality advisory projects within agreed timelines and budgets
Supervise and coach consultants and junior team members, providing guidance on technical and project-related matters
Support engagement managers and directors in project planning, execution, and quality assurance activities
Contribute to proposal preparation, business development activities, and thought leadership initiatives when required
Continuous Learning
Stay current with regulatory developments, industry trends, emerging risks, and leading risk management practices
Continuously enhance technical knowledge and professional capabilities through training and certifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline
Must have experience in Hospitality or Real Estate or Food & Beverage
Masters degree or additional professional qualifications will be considered an advantage
Candidates must hold one or more of the following qualifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
At least four years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), or related consulting services
Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and professional standards
Knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk management practices
Familiarity with governance frameworks and compliance requirements
Experience with risk assessment techniques and control testing procedures
Exposure to data analytics and audit automation tools is an advantage
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Previous experience within a professional services firm or consulting environment is preferred
Experience working with organizations in the GCC region is highly desirable
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