AM Internal Audit (Forensic)

About the Company

Established in the entrepreneurial state of Gujarat (India) in 1958 by our Mentor, Late Shri (Prof.) K C Mehta with the main aim of providing practical exposure to students of commerce and chartered accountancy, K C Mehta & Co LLP (‘KCM’) has grown over the past six decades to become an all-services Chartered Accountancy firm. KCM thrives on the values and principles set by Late Shri (Prof.) K C Mehta and the leadership continues to take the legacy forward. We hustle in continuous pursuit of excellence consolidating upon the foundation of the six tenets of integrity, independence, consistency, creativity, excellence and versatility.

KCM offers a wide spectrum of services, from statutory audit to forensic audit, from individual tax to global transfer pricing, from India entry strategy to transaction advisory, and more. KCM’s uniqueness lies in the fact that it has specialists for all service areas, and yet, they all work as one cohesive team and not in silos; thereby bringing diverse synergies and providing comprehensive solutions even in the most challenging situations.

Over the years, KCM has established itself as a ‘global outreach firm’ serving clients from across continents and in major jurisdictions, including the US, Germany and other parts of Europe, Japan, Taiwan, Middle East, ASEAN, etc. KCM has evolved as a trusted advisor not only for individuals and corporates but also as a trusted partner for consulting firms and associations across the globe with its uncanny knack of understanding the expectations and requirements of different cultures and geographies.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Forensic & Risk Advisory team. The role involves conducting forensic investigations, fraud risk assessments, whistle-blower reviews, and special audits to identify financial irregularities, fraud, misconduct, and control weaknesses. The candidate will be responsible for analysing financial and operational data, evaluating evidence, preparing investigation reports, and providing actionable recommendations to management while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations, special audits, whistle-blower reviews, and ethics-related engagements to identify fraud, financial irregularities, misconduct, and control deficiencies.
• Analyse financial and non-financial data through transaction testing, document reviews, trend analysis, data analytics, and exception reporting to identify potential risk indicators.
• Evaluate internal controls, business processes, and governance frameworks to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
• Perform fact-finding procedures, evidence gathering, document reviews, and stakeholder interviews while maintaining confidentiality and professional skepticism.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing findings, root causes, financial impact, and recommendations for senior management and clients.
• Support fraud risk assessments and investigations involving employee misconduct, vendor fraud, financial statement manipulation, and other financial crimes.
• Execute special assignments and risk advisory engagements for clients across various industries as required.

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• 0-3 years of experience in Forensic Investigation, Fraud Risk Management, Forensic Audit, Internal Audit, or Risk Consulting.

Technical Skills

• Understanding of forensic review methodologies, fraud risk assessment frameworks, and investigative procedures.
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience in reviewing large volumes of financial and operational data.
• Exposure to forensic technology and e-discovery tools such as Intella, IDEA, eDiscovery, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP or other enterprise systems will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analytics, and reporting tools.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, professional skepticism, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong report-writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and perform effectively under tight timelines.