Zuari Management Services - Manager - Internal Audit & Risk Management

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical professional to join our team as an Internal Audit & Risk Management Associate/Manager. The selected candidate will play a critical role in strengthening the organization's internal audit framework, ensuring robust internal controls, and driving the enterprise risk management agenda.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and execute end-to-end internal audit assignments including planning, scoping, fieldwork, documentation, reporting, and follow-up on action items.

- Assess the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of internal controls across business processes.

- Identify and evaluate financial, operational, and compliance risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies.

- Prepare and present audit reports, highlighting key findings, gaps, and improvement opportunities.

- Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

- Support the development of risk management frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of risk awareness and compliance.

- Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and control strengthening activities.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in internal audit, internal controls, and risk management.

- Experience in corporate environments, consulting firms, or Big 4 with exposure to risk, governance, and compliance functions is preferred.

- Strong understanding of audit methodologies, enterprise risk frameworks, and internal control systems.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

- Ability to manage multiple assignments, work independently, and engage with senior stakeholders confidently.

- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to organizational governance standards.