Internal Auditor

About Patra:
Patra Corporation is the worldwide leader in insurance back-office and account management business process outsourcing. Patra offers a wide range of services designed to lower costs, reduce risk and improve employee productivity through the transfer of account management and business support functions, such as policy checking, certificate issuance, eligibility processing, quality control and account audits, to operation centers in the US, India, and the Philippines.

Core Duties:
Patra is headquartered in El Dorado Hills, CA, USA, and Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India and has a global workforce of over 6000 people. For two years in a row, Patra has been named to the Inc. 5000 list as well as a Top Insurance Workplace by Insurance Business America. We are a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting military families, employee giving campaigns, and a belief that our employees should be active members of their communities. We have a balanced focus on community, culture, values, and sustainable long-term growth.

Job Summary:
The Internal Auditor will work in a dynamic and professional environment, collaborating with various departments to ensure financial integrity and compliance. The role involves both independent work and teamwork, requiring strong organizational and communication skills.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Independent Assessments
- Evaluate Processes: Thoroughly review the company’s financial and operational processes, risk management practices, and adherence to regulations. This independent perspective helps identify potential weaknesses or areas for improvement.
- Ensure Compliance: Ensure the company complies with relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act, GST, FEMA, and other applicable labor statutes.
- Reporting and Recommendations
- Document Findings: Document audit findings in reports presented to the Board of Directors. These reports provide valuable insights and suggestions for corrective actions, ensuring appropriate follow-through on identified issues.
- Report Non-Compliance: Report any instances of non-compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
- Fraud Detection and Prevention
- Safeguard Assets: Play a crucial role in safeguarding the company’s assets by detecting and preventing fraudulent activities. Investigate suspicious activity and assess internal controls, recommending measures to strengthen anti-fraud mechanisms.
- Report Fraud: Notify the Board of Directors and the company’s management of any fraud or suspected fraud discovered during the audit.
- Financial Accuracy and Compliance
- Examine Transactions: Meticulously examine financial transactions and records to verify their accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This helps ensure the company’s financial statements are reliable and compliant.
- Report on Financial Controls: Report on the internal financial controls of the company, including the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls.
- Other Responsibilities
- Assist in Risk Management: Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks, and provide recommendations to mitigate these risks along with RCM preparation.
- Enhance Operational Efficiency: Evaluate the utilization of resources and the effectiveness of processes, suggesting improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Follow Standards: Follow the Standards on Internal Audit (SIA) by ICAI.

Note: The internal auditor should report to the Board of Directors(BOD)/Audit committee. The audit committee or the board along with the internal auditor will formulate the function, scope, periodicity and methodology of conducting the internal audit. Further, Board/Audit Committee were required to consider the efficiency of internal control systems and financial controls in the company.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Education and Certification: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA, CMA, CIA, or CPA preferred).
- Experience: Proven working experience as Internal Auditor or Senior Auditor. 7-10 years of experience in auditing, financial reporting, or forensic accounting.
- Technical Skills: Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software, and databases. Proficiency in Netsuite/SAP or any other ERP.
- Analytical Skills: High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills. Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and compile detailed reports.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including good presentation and report writing skills. Maintain open communication with management and audit committee.
- Professional Attributes: Sound independent judgment. Integrity and fairness in all work.
- Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented to ensure accurate and thorough audits.

Professional Experience:

- Experience in Internal Auditing: Relevant experience in internal auditing is often required, with the specific number of year