Consultant - Internal Audit - CA/CPA/IIM/ISB/MDI/FMS

Role Overview:

As a Consultant in Internal Audit, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening the governance and risk frameworks of our diverse client portfolio. You will be responsible for executing end-to-end internal audit engagements, identifying process inefficiencies, and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls. Working closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, you will translate complex operational data into actionable insights that mitigate enterprise risks and drive process excellence. Your work will directly influence the business resilience and regulatory compliance posture of our clients, ensuring they remain agile in an evolving market landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

- Execute risk-based internal audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

- Perform comprehensive SOX compliance testing to identify control gaps and provide recommendations for remediation to management.

- Conduct enterprise risk assessments to help clients identify, prioritize, and manage potential threats to their strategic goals.

- Prepare high-quality audit reports and presentations for stakeholders, clearly articulating findings, risks, and value-added recommendations.

- Collaborate with process owners to streamline workflows and implement robust control environments that reduce operational vulnerabilities.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in designing and testing internal controls, with a strong grasp of risk management frameworks and audit methodologies.

- Proven ability to manage SOX compliance programs and navigate complex regulatory requirements within a fast-paced environment.

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize large datasets into clear, executive-level insights.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build rapport with clients and influence stakeholders at various levels of the organization.

- Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment in Mumbai, balancing on-site client engagements with collaborative team sessions.

- A professional qualification such as CA, CPA, CIA, or an MBA from a premier institute is highly preferred to support your technical credibility.