Head - Internal Audit - Micro-Finance Institute

About Our Client :

Our client is a leading financial services institution with operations in more than 20 cities in India. They are an esteemed brand within the financial services industry and always strive to recruit the best talent in the industry. With the current expansion in their operations, they are looking for a seasoned audit professional for their setup.

Job Description :

- Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations- effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations

- Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc

- Prepare and present reports that reflect audit's results and document process Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings

- Maintain open communication with management and audit committee Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum Conduct follow up audits to monitor management's interventions

- Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector's rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

- Monitoring external audit review processes, maintains awareness of compliance issues, and in conjunction with the senior management, responds to administrative inquiries related to compliance issues or audits.

- Periodically revising the Audit plan in light of changes in the needs of the organization law, policies and procedures.

- Coordinate internal auditing activities and plans with other internal and external providers of assurance and consulting activities to ensure proper coverage and minimize duplication of effort.

- Report on progress of implementation of policies and assist in establishing methods to improve efficiency and quality of services to reduce the vulnerability to fraud, abuse, and waste.

- Independently investigate and act on matters related to compliance, including the flexibility to design and coordinate internal investigations and any resulting corrective actions with all departments

- Provide an annual holistic opinion on the effectiveness and adequacy of risk management, control and governance processes

The Successful Applicant

- You are Qualified CA/MBA with 10+ years of post qualification experience in audits, risk and controls. Sound understanding of laws and statutory regulations pertaining to financial management, operations, audit and compliance preferable. You should also have a proven track record of influencing individuals to drive results and good communication and presentation skills.

Experience working with a Microfinance/ NBFC Insittute is a must

What's on Offer :

Excellent opportunity to work within an employee friendly organization and report directly to the senior stakeholders.