Overview
Essential Area of Expertise : Internal Audit, Internal Financial Controls, Risk Assessment & Management
Critical/Special Exposure:
– Expertise in product costing
– Strong knowledge of accounting principles with expertise in Ind AS
– Expert in MS Excel, MS Word & MS PowerPoint
– Reporting to: Chief Growth and Strategy Officer (CGSO)
– We are seeking an experienced Internal Auditor (AGM/DGM Level) with 10-15 years of experience in the manufacturing industry to lead internal audit functions, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and enhance internal controls. The ideal candidate will play a key role in risk assessment, process improvement, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
– Audit Planning & Execution: Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans to assess financial, operational, and compliance risks.
– Internal Controls & Compliance: Evaluate and strengthen internal control systems to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
– Process Improvement: Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement in financial and operational processes. Provide actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency.
– Financial & Operational Audits: Conduct audits related to cost controls, inventory management, procurement, production, and other key manufacturing processes.
– Risk Management: Assess potential risks and suggest mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and operational excellence.
– Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies, tax laws, accounting standards, and other statutory regulations.
– Reporting & Recommendations: Prepare detailed audit reports, highlight key findings, and recommend corrective actions to senior management.
– Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with finance, operations, procurement, and other departments to ensure smooth audit execution and implementation of recommendations.
– Technology & Automation: Leverage data analytics and audit tools to enhance audit efficiency and reporting.
Key Requirements:
Education: Chartered Accountant
– Certification in CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) is a plus.
– 10-15 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, and compliance within the manufacturing industry.
Technical Skills:
– Strong understanding of accounting principles with expertise in Ind AS, GAAP/IFRS, internal audit standards, and risk management frameworks.
– Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and audit software. Experience on audit query language or AQL.
– Familiarity with costing, inventory management, and supply chain audits in a manufacturing setup.
Soft Skills:
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
– Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
– Ability to lead and mentor internal audit team.