Job Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution:

- Assisting in the development of audit plans based on risk assessments.

- Conducting internal audit engagements across various business functions (e., operations, supply chain, procurement, HR, IT, sales & marketing, etc.), excluding Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sectors.

- Performing detailed fieldwork, including data analysis, interviews, and documentation review, to identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and non-compliance.

- Ensuring adherence to established audit methodologies, standards, and timelines.

Documentation & Reporting:

- Preparing clear, concise, and well-supported audit working papers.

- Drafting comprehensive audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and practical recommendations.

- Presenting audit findings to relevant stakeholders and management.

Follow-up & Monitoring:

- Monitoring the implementation of agreed-upon corrective actions and recommendations.

- Conducting follow-up audits to verify the effectiveness of remedial measures.

Process Improvement:

- Identifying opportunities for process improvements and control enhancements across the organization.

- Providing insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and risk mitigation.

Stakeholder Management:

- Building and maintaining effective relationships with auditees and various business units.

- Communicating audit observations constructively and professionally.

Compliance:

- Ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures, and external regulations (where applicable to the non-BFSI sector).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Education: MBA from a recognized institution (specialization in Finance, Operations, or a related field is preferred).

- Experience: 1-3 years of hands-on experience in internal audit within a non-BFSI industry (e., Manufacturing, FMCG, Retail, IT/ITES (non-financial services), Healthcare, Real Estate, Logistics, etc.

- Candidates with experience solely from BFSI internal audit will not be considered for this role.

- Audit Knowledge: Strong understanding of internal audit principles, methodologies, and best practices.

- Familiarity with COSO framework is a plus.

- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities to identify issues and propose effective solutions.

- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

- Attention to Detail: Meticulous and detail-oriented approach to work.

- Integrity: High level of integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.

- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

- Experience with ERP systems (e., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and audit management software is an advantage.

Location: Willingness to work from the Navi Mumbai office