Overview
Description:
Job Description:
The role holder will be responsible for shaping and executing the organisations internal audit strategy to safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence. This leadership role demands a deep understanding of NBFC regulations, strong governance acumen, and the ability to provide strategic risk insights to senior leadership and the Board.
The incumbent will lead a high-performing audit function, leveraging technology and analytics to enhance assurance capabilities and deliver value beyond compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Leadership & Strategy:
– Design and implement a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit strategy aligned with business priorities and regulatory requirements.
– Oversee execution of financial, operational, and compliance audits, ensuring high- quality, actionable outcomes.
Governance, Risk & Compliance Excellence:
– Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes to mitigate emerging risks.
– Ensure strict adherence to RBI, SEBI, and Companies Act requirements.
– Drive timely and effective implementation of audit recommendations to enhance operational resilience.
Senior Stakeholder & Board Engagement:
– Present audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic mitigation plans to senior management.
– Build collaborative relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
– Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to build strong technical,
analytical, and business capabilities.
Technology-Enabled Audit Transformation:
– Integrate ERP systems, automation, and advanced data analytics into audit practices for improved coverage and efficiency.
– Leverage data-driven insights to enable predictive risk management and continuous improvement