Job Description: Manager/Sr. Manager - Internal Audit

Data Center Company in India

Department: Internal Audit

Location: Mumbai (HO) / Project Sites

Reporting to: Head Internal Audit / CFO

Role Overview:

The Manager Internal Audit will lead, plan, and execute internal audits across all business functions. The role focuses on strengthening internal control systems, ensuring statutory and policy compliance, improving operational efficiencies, identifying business risks, and providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Audit Planning & Governance

- Develop and implement annual risk-based audit plans.

- Lead and monitor audit assignments for timely and effective completion.

- Conduct risk assessments across processes and business operations.

- Identify gaps in internal controls and recommend corrective actions.

B. Financial & Compliance Audits

- Review financial statements, GL balances, and accounting entries for accuracy.

- Perform compliance audits as per statutory laws (Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, etc.).

- Audit procurement, contracting, inventory, payments, and cost controls.

- Ensure adherence to internal policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks.

C. Operational & Process Audits

- Audit project sites, data center operations, asset management, and warehouse processes.

- Conduct surprise audits: cash, store inventory, vendor verification, asset physical checks.

- Review cost control mechanisms, operational efficiencies, and process bottlenecks.

- Validate project timelines, billing milestones, and documentation accuracy.

D. IT & Data Center Compliance

- Evaluate IT general controls, logical access, and cybersecurity compliance.

- Audit data center operations including uptime logs, access systems, change management, and maintenance activities.

- Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, ISO 20000, and other data security protocols.

- Review third-party vendor SLAs, performance metrics, and contract adherence.

E. Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.

- Present audit results to senior management and follow up on closure of audit observations.

- Support management in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal control systems.

- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities when required.

2. Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of internal auditing standards (IIA), internal controls, and risk frameworks.

- Expertise in operational audits, financial audits, and compliance audits.

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

- Proficiency in SAP / ERP systems and MS Office.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.

- Ability to lead audit teams and manage multiple audits simultaneously.

3. Qualification & Experience

- CA (Chartered Accountant).

- 6 to 12 years of experience in Internal Audit.

- Experience in EPC, Infrastructure, or Data Center industry is an added advantage.

- Hands-on experience in operational, financial, and compliance audits is mandatory.