Internal Audit Consultant

This role is for one of our clients

Industry : Human Resources

Seniority level : Associate level

Location : Ahmedabad

JobType : full-time

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We are looking for a detail-oriented Internal Audit Consultant to join our risk and controls practice. In this role, you will work closely with clients across industries to evaluate internal controls, assess financial and operational processes, and support compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. This position offers significant exposure to end-to-end audit cycles, risk assessments, IFC / ICFR frameworks, and advisory initiatives—ideal for candidates eager to establish a strong foundation in Internal Audit and Risk Advisory.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Execution & Control Testing

Conduct internal audits across business, operational, and financial processes, ensuring adherence to audit methodologies.

Carry out IFC / ICFR testing by evaluating design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and documenting results.

Perform sample testing, walkthroughs, reconciliations, and process validations to identify control weaknesses.

Review policies, SOPs, risk registers, and compliance processes to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Process Review & Reporting

Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies, operational risks, or non-compliance, and propose actionable improvements.

Prepare detailed working papers and maintain structured audit documentation in accordance with professional standards.

Draft audit observations, recommendations, and reports for senior reviewers and client stakeholders.

Coordinate with client teams for data requests, clarifications, evidence submissions, and process walkthroughs.

Stakeholder Support & Special Assignments

Assist senior auditors and managers in carrying out special reviews, investigations, and advisory-focused assignments.

Contribute to project planning activities by performing preliminary risk assessments and understanding key business cycles.

Support internal knowledge-building initiatives by contributing to templates, frameworks, and process enhancements.

Experience Requirements

For CA Inter / Semi-Qualified Candidates

6 months to 2+ years of experience in Internal Audit, IFC testing, or Process Audits.

Good understanding of basic audit techniques, reconciliations, and control evaluations.

Strong proficiency in Excel and audit documentation.

For Qualified Chartered Accountants

2–3 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, IFC / ICFR, or Risk & Controls consulting.

Ability to manage audit areas independently and guide junior team members.

Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving capabilities.

Skills & Attributes

Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with client teams.

High attention to detail and strong documentation discipline.

Ability to manage deadlines, multitask, and deliver high-quality work under pressure.

Analytical mindset with structured problem-solving approach.

Skills Required

Internal Audit, Audit Documentation, Excel