Internal Auditor

Job Profile for Internal Audit

Designation - Executive / Senior Executive

A) Objectives of this role

1) Conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial controls, risk

management systems and operational processes.

2) Assessing and ensuring the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations and

company policies in India.

3) Providing management with accurate and timely reports on financial audit findings,

including recommendations for improvement.

4) Proposing recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and identifying other areas

of improvement.

5) Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk management

strategies.

B) Your tasks

1) Plan and execute audit engagements, including data analysis and testing.

2) Perform risk assessments and internal control evaluations and detect discrepancies.

3) Collaborate with external auditors during statutory audits and regulatory compliance

assessments.

4) Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and execute remedial actions.

5) Stay updated with the latest industry regulations and best practices in internal auditing.

C) Required skills and qualifications

1) Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field or Professional certification, such

as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant).

2) 3+ years of experience in internal auditing or related financial roles.

3) Strong understanding of Indian accounting standards, taxation and regulatory requirements.

4) Proficiency in using audit management software and data analysis tools.

5) Experience in developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal control systems.

6) Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports.

7) Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at

all levels.

8) Excellent analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

9) Ability to work independently or in a team.

10) Working knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

11) Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

12) Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

13) Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and industry practices.

D) Preferred skills and qualifications

1) Advanced degree in accounting, finance or related field.

2) Knowledge of ERP systems like SAP, Tally etc.. and experience with data analytics.

3) Working knowledge of financial analysis techniques.

4) Great attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work with large data sets.

5) Experience with data analytics and visualisation tools.

6) Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

7) Familiarity with international auditing standards.