Manager - Internal Audit - Real Estate - CA

Job Description:

An Internal Audit Manager in the accounts department is a high-level role responsible for overseeing the organization's internal control environment, risk management, and financial reporting integrity. This position bridges the gap between tactical audit execution and strategic organizational oversight, often reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Core Responsibilities:

- Design and execute comprehensive internal audit plans to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes for diverse client portfolios.

- Ensure 100% compliance with the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA).

- Lead the assessment of internal control frameworks to identify gaps and recommend actionable improvements that mitigate operational and financial risks.

- Partner with cross-functional department heads to communicate audit findings and drive the implementation of corrective measures.

- Oversee the preparation of high-level audit reports for audit committees and senior management to facilitate informed decision-making.

- Review and ensure adherence to GST, TDS, and local property tax laws.

- Update audit programs to reflect changes in Direct and Indirect Taxes and Company Law.

- Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure that audit methodologies remain current and compliant with evolving standards.

Required Skillset:

- Exp: 7-14 Years

- Industry: Real Estate

- Demonstrated expertise in evaluating complex business processes and internal control environments within large-scale organizations.

- Proven ability to lead audit engagements and manage stakeholder relationships with tact, clarity, and professional skepticism.

- Strong knowledge of audit software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential for presenting findings to executive leadership and influencing change.

- Professional qualification such as CA, CIA, or CISA, supported by 7-14 years of relevant experience in internal audit or risk advisory.

- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, on-site environment in Mumbai, maintaining high standards of accuracy and ethical conduct.