DEPT HEAD (INTERNAL AUDIT)

Job Title: Internal Audit
Location: Akurdi, Pune

Role Overview

The role holder will be responsible for shaping and executing the organisation’s internal audit strategy to safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence. This leadership role demands a deep understanding of NBFC regulations, strong governance acumen, and the ability to provide strategic risk insights to senior leadership and the Board. The incumbent will lead a high-performing audit function, leveraging technology and analytics to enhance assurance capabilities and deliver value beyond compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Strategy

• Design and implement a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit strategy aligned with business priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee execution of financial, operational, and compliance audits, ensuring high-quality, actionable outcomes.

Governance, Risk & Compliance Excellence

• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes to mitigate emerging risks.
• Ensure strict adherence to RBI, SEBI, and Companies Act requirements.
• Drive timely and effective implementation of audit recommendations to enhance operational resilience.

Senior Stakeholder & Board Engagement

• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic mitigation plans to senior management.
• Build collaborative relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to build strong technical, analytical, and business capabilities.

Technology-Enabled Audit Transformation

• Integrate ERP systems, automation, and advanced data analytics into audit practices for improved coverage and efficiency.
• Leverage data-driven insights to enable predictive risk management and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Education: Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within NBFCs, banks, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of RBI regulations, SEBI guidelines, and Companies Act provisions relevant to NBFCs.