SAEL Group - Internal Auditor - Information Technology

Position - IT Auditor.

Qualification : Qualified Chartered Accountant/ MBA.

Job Location: Delhi Aerocity.

Position Summary:

The IT Auditor will be responsible for conducting independent and objective assessments of the organization's information systems and related controls, as per defined/ agreed audit plan. This role involves evaluating the effectiveness of IT controls, assessing compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and identifying and recommending improvements to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of information. This role involves planning, executing, and reporting on internal audits to assess the effectiveness of the organization's risk management, control systems, and governance processes around the IT systems. The ideal candidate will be have prior experience in IT audits, ERP audits, ITGC, ISO 27001 audit and a willingness to travel to the plants located across various states in India, as per requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement an audit plan for different IT systems and software. Assess the effectiveness of IT general controls, including access controls, segregation of duties, change management, and disaster recovery etc. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of application controls within key business systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, HR).

- Review IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and databases, for security vulnerabilities. Assess compliance with relevant IT regulations and standards such as ISO 27001, and GDPR, as applicable. Evaluate the organization's compliance with data privacy and security laws.

- Periodically visit the different plants, as per the requirement, to assess the effectiveness of controls and obtain an action plan from concerned stakeholders, on the issues identified during the visit. Identify and assess IT-related risks, such as cyber threats, data breaches, and system failures.

- Analyze the impact of these risks on the organization's operations and financial performance. Prepare comprehensive audit reports that document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

- Communicate audit findings effectively to management and stakeholders. Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations. Assist in the development and implementation of continuous monitoring controls.

- Identify opportunities for and assist in implementation of new systems. Stay abreast of emerging IT risks and threats.

- Liaison with external consultants for different audits/ certification relating to IT. Lead and manage a team of internal auditors & industrial trainees and providing guidance, training, and mentorship.

- Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant / MBA.

- Minimum 4 to 5 years extensive experience into IT audits, ERP audits, ITGC, ISO 27001 audit.

- Experience in leading and managing internal audit teams.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel to plant when required.

- Knowledge of auditing in SAP is must.

- Team player with a collaborative attitude and willingness to contribute ideas and support other team members.

- Prior experience in the renewable energy sector is desirable but not mandatory.

About the company:

SAEL Group has emerged with a bold vision of establishing world-class renewable assets spanning the solar and biomass sectors, with a steadfast commitment to ensuring stable profitability. We are utilizing agricultural waste as fuel to produce renewable power round the clock. We have the largest capacity of waste-to-energy generation. Already making strides in the renewable energy space, we aim to escalate our renewable capacity to 5 GW within the next 4-5 years by adding 100MW of new biomass and 600MW of new solar capacity annually. This ambitious endeavor aligns with the Government of India's vision to achieve 500 GW capacity from renewable energy sources by 2030.

The SAEL Group is set to embark on a journey that combines organic and inorganic strategies, leveraging marquee investors and partners to realize our vision. At the forefront of this effort is SAEL Industries, the pivotal entity responsible for raising growth capital across various business segments. In addition to its overarching role, SAEL Industries is actively involved in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) for the Group's upcoming renewable projects. Furthermore, it takes charge of the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) activities for both existing commissioned projects and those on the horizon. Through a comprehensive approach, SAEL Group is poised to make significant contributions to the Government's renewable energy targets, exemplifying our commitment to sustainable and impactful growth.