Senior Manager Internal Audit

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute internal audit engagements across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess deep audit expertise strong leadership skills and the ability to provide strategic insights that strengthen internal controls risk management and governance frameworks.

This role is pivotal in supporting the GM Internal Audit in maintaining a robust and compliant control environment in line with internal audit methodologies and organizational policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the internal audit team in planning and executing an LSF (Financial Security Law)/risk-based audit plan aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end audit activities assess internal controls and recommend improvements in risk management and governance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies while driving continuous improvement through audit innovation and analytics.
• Act as a strategic partner providing clear insights and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY

• Ability to identify & assess business risks prepare risk-based audit plans lead audit engagements and ensure timely closure of the projects
• Skilled in designing implementing and monitoring internal control framework commensurate to business complexity.
• Possess a deep understanding of how business operates including insight into the broader industry context. This involves recognizing market trends and comprehending financial implications enabling effective collaboration and strategic decision-making.
• Proficient in data analytics tools and techniques to enhance audit processes drive automation ensure higher coverage and deliver insightful findings and recommendations.
• Understanding of key business processes such as Accounts Receivables & Payables Inventory Sales Marketing Tax Fixed Assets Financial Reporting etc. and associated risks.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCY

• Ability to build open relationships of trust and works with different people and teams in a collaborative and transparent way seeking different perspectives and focusing on achieving common goals in the best interest of the business.
• Maintains focus on delivering tangible results and outcomes even under challenging moments that contribute to departmental / business priorities. Managing time efficiently prioritizing tasks and searching for improvements and ways to be more efficient
• Creates opportunities & builds a team culture to encourage explore and learn from differences. Leans on strengths of diverse profiles to drive overperformance. Portrays curiosity to learn from others regardless of the background culture abilities level in the hierarchy.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of connections between areas/teams or departments and incorporates this perspective into decisions. Challenges the status quo for the right reasons while not being afraid of failure. Learns from mistakes. Brings energy and optimism for the future.
• Articulates the significance of the work helping team members understand its importance and how their jobs contribute to broader objectives. Speaks their convictions encouraging open conversations in a constructive way rather than confrontation. Creates a positive environment in his/her perimeter of influence. Taking care of each other.

INTERACTIONS

INTERNALLY (mention role):

• Managers Internal Audit
• Head- Internal Audit
• Process owners including function heads

EXTERNALLY (mention role):

• Consultants
• Statutory auditors
• Group Internal auditors

QUALIFICATION:

• CA with 9-12 years of post-qualification experience with minimum 6-8 years in internal audit function of Big Four or a large FMCG with exposure to manufacturing/ sales audits

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