Job Title: Deputy Manager - Internal Audit

Location: Gurgaon

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Deputy Manager to join our Internal Audit function in Gurgaon.

This role is critical in leading and executing complex internal audit engagements, providing strategic insights, and ensuring the robustness of our control environment.

The Deputy Manager will play a significant role in mentoring junior team members and driving continuous improvement in audit processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit assignments, including planning, fieldwork execution, reporting, and follow-up, ensuring timely completion and quality deliverables.

- Conduct in-depth internal audits, process audits, and credit audits, with a strong focus on the NBFC, BFSI, Financial Services, FinTech, Payment Services, and Lending sectors.

- Identify significant risks and control weaknesses, assess their impact, and formulate practical and effective recommendations for remediation.

- Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders, fostering constructive dialogue and buy-in.

- Oversee the implementation status of audit recommendations and provide guidance for effective closure.

- Contribute to the annual audit planning process, risk assessment, and development of the audit universe.

- Mentor and guide junior audit staff, providing constructive feedback and fostering their professional development.

- Act as a subject matter expert in specific audit areas and provide advisory support to business units on internal control matters.

- Keep abreast of regulatory developments, industry trends, and emerging risks to enhance audit effectiveness.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Chartered Accountant (CA): Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in Internal Audit.

- Master of Business Administration (MBA): Minimum 4 years of post-MBA experience in Internal Audit.

Required Skills:

- Comprehensive knowledge of internal audit standards, risk management frameworks, and corporate governance principles.

- Extensive experience in internal audit, process audit, credit audit, and BFSI audit within the specified financial sectors.

- Proven ability to lead audit engagements and manage project timelines effectively.

- Exceptional analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities.

- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.

- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience in mentoring and developing staff.

- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

- Proficiency in audit management software and advanced MS Office Suite skills.

Preferred Background:

- Significant experience from Big 4 audit firms or specialized credit audit firms.

- Demonstrated ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving regulatory landscape