Internal Audit Consultant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Internal Audit professional with 2-3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk assessment, compliance testing, and internal controls evaluation. The candidate will be responsible for supporting audit engagements, identifying process improvement opportunities, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits in accordance with approved audit plans and methodologies.
• Evaluate business processes, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Perform audit testing, documentation review, and control assessments.
• Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and areas of risk exposure.
• Prepare audit work papers, reports, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist in the development of risk-based audit plans and audit programs.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand processes and gather required information.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Support special reviews, investigations, and ad hoc audit assignments as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, Compliance, or related domains.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, governance, and audit methodologies.
• Experience in process reviews, operational audits, and compliance audits.
• Knowledge of audit documentation and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and audit documentation tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to SOX, IFC, Risk & Control Matrix (RCM), or compliance frameworks.
• Experience in consulting firms, Big 4 environments, or corporate internal audit teams.
• Professional certifications such as CA Inter, CA, CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.