Manager - Internal Audit - Manufacturing Industry

Manager - Internal Audit [Manufacturing]

A leading European MNC in the manufacturing of electronic products is looking for a - of Internal Audit for its Chennai plant.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Identify and evaluate company's risk areas covering all significant processes and provide comprehensive input to the development of a risk-based annual internal audit plan

2. Supervise a team of internal audit personnel across different client engagements. Plan, organize, direct and monitor internal audit operations, including overall quality of deliverables, processes and completion of projects within budgeted timeline. Oversee billing and collections.

3. Develop relevant audit programs & procedures including Risk & Control Matrix (RCM)

4. Manage performance of audit procedures. This includes identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures. Demonstrate technical competence in related domain.

5. Communicate the results of assignments through written reports and oral presentations on a timely basis to senior manager or engagement director as well as client management

6. Assist engagement director with identification for any new firm services at existing or new clients. Prepare & track proposals and conduct proposal meetings with clients.

7. Develop and engage team through individual contacts and group meetings. Assist with hiring, training, evaluation of staff and take effective actions to address performance matters

Desired Profile:

- Minimum 5+ years experience in a related field, preferably in internal audit, consulting, advisory, professional services and/or industry

- CA with a commerce background and Manufacturing industry specialization preferred

- Experience related to implementation of variety of research and information gathering strategies, conduct risk assessment, perform and interpret gap analysis and development of risk remediation strategies in telecom sector

- Understand the current accounting principals and internal control concepts (COSO, COBIT)

- Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance and auditing processes and methodologies, including flowcharting - Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications

- Excellent interpersonal, project management and client relationship skills

- Excellent communication, presentation and time management skills. Excellent delivery skills and technical knowledge

- Prior management and direct supervisory experience in a team environment required. Well honed mentoring and people development skills.

- Ability to think laterally, showcase business acumen and well versed in current trends and developments across business & economy

- Able to handle highly confidential information in a strictly professional manner. Demonstrates creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems.

- Able to maintain a professional demeanor in times of high stress. Works well in a team-oriented environment as well as independently.