Internal Auditor - Risk & Compliance - CA

About the job:

- This highly visible role will lead Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance assignments across a range of business units and processes to review existing practices and improve existing processes to enhance the delivery of the company strategy.

- This role has a high involvement with the regional leadership to align the regional IA,R & C strategy with the regional business strategy and has close contact with senior executives.

- Have a leadership role in a world-class IA,R & C function with excellent career development potential within the department or across a wide range of commercial and financial roles. If this position excites you, then you are welcome to join our Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance Team!

In addition, you have:

- Chartered Accountant with 4.5+ years of post-qualification

- Proficiency in working with SAP S/4 HANA modules, such as FI/CO, MM, SD, and understanding of SAP concepts.

- Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, including report writing and presentation skills.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.

- Proficient in using auditing tools, risk management software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

- Preferred experience in a Big 4 audit firm or in Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance departments of multinational organizations.

- Willingness to travel (up to 50%) mainly within the region but also inter-continental.

About the job:

- We are currently looking for a proactive, action-oriented and highly motivated Internal Auditor with proficient SAP knowledge to join our organization. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive internal audits, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of our organization's controls and processes on a full-time basis. This position will be based at our Gurugram office.

- You will play a critical role in identifying control gaps and providing recommendations to enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation, specifically in relation to SAP systems. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in internal auditing, risk assessment, and SAP software.

Your tasks will include:

Internal Audit:

- Plan and execute comprehensive internal audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, financial processes, and operational procedures as per International Internal Audit standards and best practices.

- Identify control gaps, evaluate risks, and provide recommendations to improve efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation.

- Prepare audit reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management review.

- Monitor the results of the external audit and management reviews and engage with management to ensure that findings are adequately addressed.

Risk Management & Internal Controls:

- Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify and evaluate potential risks across the organization.

- Develop risk assessment methodologies, frameworks, and tools.

- Monitor risk indicators, analyze trends, and recommend risk mitigation strategies to minimize organizational risk exposure.

Compliance:

- Monitor regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies to ensure compliance.

- Design and implement compliance programs and processes to mitigate risks and maintain adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

- Conduct periodic compliance reviews and assessments to identify areas of improvement and develop action plans.

- Establish monitoring mechanisms to track compliance with internal policies, regulations, and industry standards.

- Prepare periodic compliance reports and metrics for management and regulatory bodies.

- Respond to compliance-related inquiries and support audits conducted by external parties

Investigations: Execute ad-hoc investigations according to international standards and best practices.

- Conduct data and information analysis related to complaints and allegations received.

- Provide evidence-based conclusions and recommendations to address the root causes.

- Coordinate the work of co-sourcing consultants.

- Regional and global IA,R & C initiatives: Understand regional IA,R & C challenges and opportunities and develop plans and lead initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of IA,R & C programs at regional and global level.

- Build a strong partnership with the other regional IA,R & C teams to deliver global initiatives in the areas of IA,R & C. Train, coach and develop other members of the IA,R & C team.

- Analysis and Reporting: Prepare plans to deliver key milestones of the IA,R & C strategy.

- Prepare written reports and presentations (e.g. writing reports, preparing summaries for management) and present them to management.

- Training: Lead the development and execution of the training strategy in the region; develop and provide in- person and remote training on IA,R & C related policies, and subject matter.

- Business Partnership: Build strong relationships with senior leaders to promote effective risk management and compliance.

- Partner with business leaders to better support awareness of the IA,R & C program and gain leadership ownership and engagement in promoting an ethical culture at a regional level.

- Plan and lead business meetings and deliver presentations to managers and other partners about risk and compliance.

- Provide counsel and advice to business partners regarding IA,R & C related matters.