Internal Audit Manager(CA)

Role Overview

The Audit Manager (CA) will lead internal audits, strengthen financial controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and support risk management in a fast-growing fintech environment. The role focuses on governance, process improvement, and safeguarding business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based internal audits across finance, operations, compliance, and technology.
• Review financial controls, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to RBI guidelines, AML/KYC requirements, and internal policies.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and fraud risks.
• Track audit observations and ensure timely closure of action items.
• Support technology and cybersecurity audits.
• Provide recommendations to improve efficiency, controls, and governance.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Financial Controls.
• Understanding of RBI regulations, AML/KYC, and fintech compliance.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in stakeholder management and audit reporting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory.
• 510 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, Compliance, Banking, NBFC, or Fintech.
• CIA, CISA, or other audit certifications preferred.

KPIs

• Timely completion of audit plans.
• Closure of audit findings and compliance gaps.
• Improvement in internal controls and risk mitigation.
• Successful regulatory and statutory audits.
• Reduction in repeat audit observations.

Works closely with: Finance, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Technology, Legal, and External Auditors.