Position: Manager - Audit Quality
Experience: 8 to 10+ years
Location: Pune
Key Responsibilities
SoQM Oversight & Quality Management
- Support the Non-financial Assurance Lead in the operation and ongoing monitoring of the ISQM (UK) 1 framework.
- Contribute to the identification and assessment of quality risks and the design and implementation of appropriate responses.
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the firms quality management system and identifying opportunities for enhancement.
Quality Monitoring (Non-Financial Assurance)
- Support the Non-financial Assurance Lead in delivering the internal quality monitoring programme across assurance engagements.
- Manage annual file selection and reviewer allocation, ensuring appropriate coverage and independence.
- Coordinate monitoring activities, including file reviews, walkthroughs, and inspections.
- Track progress against timelines, follow up on outstanding reviews, and resolve scheduling challenges.
- Collate findings, identify key themes, and support preparation of reporting for senior stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of review outcomes, deficiencies, and remediation actions.
Remediation & Continuous Improvement
- Support the Non-financial Assurance Lead in developing and tracking remediation plans for identified deficiencies.
- Monitor completion of actions and ensure timely resolution.
- Identify opportunities to enhance assurance quality through process improvements and sharing of best practices.
Methodology Consultation & Technical Support
- Respond to methodology-related queries submitted through the helpdesk, ensuring alignment with the Assurance Manual and relevant guidance.
- Support the Non-financial Assurance Lead in maintaining consistency and quality of consultation responses.
- Monitor consultation timelines and ensure queries are addressed promptly.
- Escalate complex or higher-risk queries to the Non-financial Assurance Lead or technical specialists as required.
- Analyse cons