Internal Audit Consultant

Job Title : Consultant

Function : Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS)

Location : Chennai

OVERVIEW

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 156 countries and have 152,000 people working in member firms around the world.

KPMG in India, a professional services firm, is the Indian member firm of KPMG International and was established in September 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, providing detailed knowledge of local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG in India provide services to over 4,500 international and national clients, in India. KPMG has offices across India in Delhi, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Hyderabad and Kolkata. The Indian firm has access to more than 7,000 Indian and expatriate professionals, many of whom are internationally trained. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

KPMG Advisory professionals provide advice and assistance to enable companies, intermediaries and public sector bodies to mitigate risk, improve performance, and create value. KPMG firms provide a wide range of Risk Consulting, Management Consulting and Transactions & Restructuring services that can help clients respond to immediate needs as well as put in place the strategies for the longer term.

With increasing regulatory requirements, the need for greater transparency in operations, and disclosure norms, stakeholders require assurance beyond the traditional critique of numbers. Hence assurance is being increasingly required on industry issues, business risks and key business processes. The Governance, Risk & Compliance Services practice assists companies and public sector bodies to mitigate risk, improve performance and create value.

We assist our clients to effectively manage business and process risks by providing a full spectrum of corporate governance, risk management, and Compliance Services. These services are tailored to meet client’s individual needs, and provide effective support to management in meeting the challenges and opportunities presented by today's complex business environment.

Our professionals provide the experience to help companies stay on track and deal with risks that could unhinge their business survival. Our services enable clients to effectively co-ordinate their key growth, quality and operational challenges and working in partnership with us, clients have the benefits of KPMG's experienced, objective, and industry-grounded viewpoints.

Following are some of our key service offerings :

Candidate should be well versed with Geospatial Process of the company

Candidate should be aware of the compliance process of the firm

Candidate should be strong in Data Management and Data Operations

Candidate having IA & Compliance Monitoring will have added advantage

Candidate with Data Analytics experience will have added advantage

Risk Based Internal Audit

Enterprise Risk Management

Risk Assessment

Model Business Process Development

Sarbanes – Oxley 404 Assistance

Compliance Assistance – Contracts and regulations

Corporate Governance Advisory– Review and Assessment

Revenue Assurance

Control Self Assessment

Continuous Auditing / Continuous Monitoring

Apart from the above service offerings, we also assist client organizations around various aspects viz. Accounting Manuals, Capital Projects Audits, Project focused Control Assessment, setting up IA function, etc.

Role & Responsibilities

Seniors are project team members who will be involved in conducting process consulting / internal audit / risk consulting and execution of other solutions of GRCS

Seniors may play the role of team leader on some engagements with 1-3 team members reporting to them for the project. In such cases seniors shall have responsibility of reviewing the work done (Deliverables) by the team members

Interact with the client representatives for the ongoing requirements of the project

Consistently deliver quality client services and take charge of the project area assigned to him / her

Monitor progress, manage risk and verify key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes

Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Demonstrate ability to assimilate to new knowledge

Possess good business acumen. Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge

The job would require travel to client locations within India and abroad

THE INDIVIDUAL

Possess strong domain knowledge, understanding of business processes and possible risks in operations of at least one industry sector

Ability to perform and interpret process gap analysis

Ability to identify risks in business processes

Understanding of control rationalization, optimization, effectiveness and efficiency

Have experience in process consulting / internal audit / risk consulting

Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Possess strong data analytics skills and knowledge of advanced data analytical tools will be an advantage

Strong written and verbal communication skills (presentation skills)

Ability to work well in teams

Advanced understanding of IT systems, Knowledge of MS office ( MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc); and

Have the ability to work under pressure – stringent deadlines and tough client conditions which may demand extended working hours

Willingness to travel within India or abroad for continuous long periods of time

Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example

Qualification

Qualified CAs with articleship from Big-4 firms, MBAs from top 10 Business Schools with 1-3 years of experience in risk consulting / operations or compliance function role in the industry (Understanding of internal audit, business processes, sector understanding).

Qualified CAs (non Big4 firms) / MBAs (non top 10 B-Schools) with 2 – 4 years OR Graduates (BE / B.Tech, BCom, BBM) with 3 - 5 years of relevant experience as above

Certifications like Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) would be an added advantage.

SELECTION PROCESS

Candidates should expect 2 - 3 rounds of personal or telephonic interviews to assess fitment and communication skills

Compensation

Compensation is competitive with industry standards

Details of the compensation breakup will be shared with short-listed candidates only

People BENEFITS

Continuous learning program

Driving a culture of recognition through ‘ENCORE’ our quarterly rewards and recognition program

Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for staff and family

Expansive general and accidental coverage for staff

Executive Health checkup (Manager & above, and for staff above the age of 30)

The opportunity is now! If you are interested in being part of a dynamic team, serving clients and reaching your full potential – KPMG Advisory Services is for you!