Manager - Internal Audit

Key Responsibilities (KRA):

- Lead and manage the internal audit team to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables in line with audit standards and client expectations.

- Identify process deficiencies, control gaps, and documentation inadequacies; recommend and implement improvements.

- Design and implement policies, procedures, and control frameworks to strengthen governance.

- Conduct internal audits, internal financial controls, SOP design, process audits, and enterprise risk management assignments.

- Develop and execute risk assessment strategies while staying updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes.

- Perform quality and compliance reviews of projects to ensure adherence to organizational and client standards.

- Plan, delegate, and monitor work for the team, ensuring effective utilization and performance development of team members.

- Act as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for clients, maintaining strong relationships and addressing issues effectively.

- Independently manage the end-to-end audit cycle, from planning to closure, with minimal supervision.

- Deliver periodic training sessions to enhance the auditing, risk, and compliance capabilities of team members.

- Contribute to leadership discussions, policy formulation, and continuous process improvements.

Core Skills & Requirements:

- 5-8 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related functions.

- Strong expertise in internal audit methodologies, IFC, risk consulting, and compliance frameworks.

- Excellent understanding of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.

- Proven experience in designing SOPs, process audits, and enterprise risk management.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Ability to lead and mentor audit teams, ensuring skill development and performance excellence.

- Strong client management and stakeholder communication abilities.

- Proficiency in audit tools, MS Office, and data analysis techniques.

- Ability to work independently, manage multiple audits, and deliver results within timelines.