Senior Consultant - Internal Audit

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead internal client facing teams and guide them on solution delivery. Independently lead smaller modules of the engagement
• Identify, assess and monitor risks by developing a risk management plan and strategy and identify opportunities to improve business processes
• Assist clients in addressing compliance, financial, operational and strategic risk
• Assist team members in developing technical and professional competency. Coach, train and support consultants in the team.
• Independently execute assignments. Typical assignments comprise of conducting reviews of systems, internal controls, re-engineering processes, documentation of Standard Operating Procedures, and cost & working capital optimization.
• Effectively deliver tasks on projects as guided by the management team
• Manage multiple assignments and related project internal teams
• Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) for assigned requests
• Establish deep relationships with client personnel (at appropriate levels) by understanding client’s perspective
• Assist clients with testing internal process controls and developing internal audit plans
• Assess the current state of an organization's internal control/Sarbanes-Oxley Act framework and help clients drive value and efficiency in their internal controls by implementing leading practices
• Constantly monitor project progress, manage risk and verify key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes. Participate in sales and support business development initiatives

Desired Profile:

• CA (1st attempt preferred) /ACCA/ MBA (from a top tier business school) with a commerce background would be preferred
• Minimum 3+ years experience in a related field, preferably in internal audit, consulting, advisory, professional services and/or industry
• Understand the current accounting principals and internal control concepts (COSO, COBIT)
• Working knowledge of auditing processes and methodologies, including flowcharting
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance
• Working knowledge of Companies Act 2013
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications. Prior project management and supervisory skills required.
• Strong internal personnel, analytical skills and management skills
• Good oral and written communication skills including documentation of findings and recommendations
• Able to handle highly confidential information in a strictly professional manner
• Able to maintain professional demeanour in times of high stress. Open to travel as per client