Internal Audit Manager

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1700000 - Rs 2200000 (ie INR 17-22 LPA)

Min Experience: 7 years

Location: Delhi, NCR

JobType: full-time

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Internal Audit Manager to lead and strengthen the organization’s internal audit and internal financial control framework. This role is critical in ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance across business processes, with a strong focus on IFC, SOX, PCAOB standards, and process controls. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in evaluating internal controls, identifying control gaps, and driving continuous process improvement in a complex business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end-to-end internal audit engagements, including planning, risk assessment, execution, reporting, and follow-up.
• Design, evaluate, and strengthen Internal Financial Controls (IFC) in line with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Manage SOX compliance programs, including documentation, walkthroughs, control design assessment, and operating effectiveness testing.
• Perform and oversee control testing for key financial and operational processes to ensure compliance with established policies and standards.
• Ensure audits and control assessments align with PCAOB guidelines, industry best practices, and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Review and analyze business processes to identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and potential risks; recommend practical and value-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT, and Business Units) to ensure effective process controls are embedded within day-to-day operations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports for senior management, highlighting risk exposure, control gaps, and remediation plans.
• Track and validate closure of audit findings, ensuring timely and effective remediation of identified issues.
• Support external auditors and regulatory reviews by providing required documentation, explanations, and walkthroughs.
• Mentor and guide junior audit team members, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous learning.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in Internal Audit, IFC, SOX, and internal financial controls.
• Hands-on experience with process control design, control testing, and risk assessment methodologies.
• In-depth understanding of PCAOB standards and audit compliance requirements.
• Solid knowledge of end-to-end business processes, including finance, accounting, and operational workflows.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex control issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 7–14 years of relevant experience in internal audit, SOX/IFC compliance, or risk advisory roles, preferably in large or complex organizations.