General Manager - Internal Audit - CA

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Internal Audit function based in Mumbai. In this strategic leadership role, you will serve as the primary advisor to the Board and Senior Management, overseeing the entire audit lifecycle to ensure robust governance and operational excellence. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional department heads and external regulatory bodies to identify vulnerabilities and drive process improvements. By spearheading risk-based audit plans and fostering a culture of transparency, you will directly influence the organizations long-term financial health and ensure that our internal control environment remains resilient against evolving enterprise risks.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and execute comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plans to provide the Board with independent assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls.

- Oversee the end-to-end audit lifecycle, including statutory audit coordination, to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.

- Partner with senior leadership to identify and mitigate operational and enterprise risks, ensuring that business processes are optimized for efficiency and security.

- Lead and mentor a high-performing audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development to meet organizational objectives.

- Communicate critical audit findings and strategic recommendations to the Audit Committee, driving actionable change across business units.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex internal audit frameworks and enterprise risk management programs within large-scale, fast-paced organizations.

- Proven ability to navigate intricate statutory audit requirements and regulatory landscapes, ensuring seamless compliance and reporting.

- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence C-suite stakeholders and build consensus across diverse business functions.

- Strong analytical acumen to translate complex data into strategic insights that drive business performance and risk mitigation.

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 18-24 years of progressive experience in audit and risk management roles.

- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, on-site environment in Mumbai, maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving and organizational governance.