Associate Director – Internal Audit (GRC)

Kreston OPR Advisors LLP | Vadodara, Gujarat

Experience: 5+ years | Function: Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

About Kreston OPR

Kreston OPR Advisors LLP is a Vadodara- and Ahmedabad-based member firm of Kreston Global, a top-tier international network of independent accounting and advisory firms. Our Governance, Risk & Compliance practice partners with clients across India and internationally on internal audit, SOX compliance, risk advisory, and business process assurance engagements.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Associate Director to help lead and grow our Internal Audit practice within the GRC function. This is a client-facing, delivery-ownership role for a professional who can independently manage internal audit engagements end-to-end, mentor a team of associates, and contribute to practice development.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead planning, execution, and reporting for internal audit engagements across diverse industries and geographies
- Design and review risk-based audit plans, audit programs, and control testing methodologies
- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including SOX 404 / ITGC frameworks where applicable
- Manage engagement teams, review workpapers, and ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables
- Build and maintain strong client relationships; act as a day-to-day point of contact for engagement stakeholders
- Draft clear, actionable audit reports and present findings to client management and audit committees
- Identify process gaps and recommend practical,



risk-calibrated improvements
- Support proposal development, scoping, and pricing for current internal audit and GRC engagements
- Coach and develop junior team members; contribute to internal training and methodology development
- Stay current on regulatory developments, industry practices, and emerging risk areas (cyber, ESG, third-party risk, etc.)

Candidate Profile

- 5+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk advisory, or internal controls, ideally within a Big 4, mid-tier audit firm, or a strong in-house internal audit function
- Chartered Accountant (CA) / CIA / CISA or equivalent professional qualification preferred
- Strong working knowledge of internal audit standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment methodologies
- Exposure to SOX compliance, ITGC, or process/control testing is a strong plus
- Demonstrated ability to manage engagements and teams independently, with minimal supervision
- Excellent report-writing, communication, and client-management skills
- Comfortable working with international clients and cross-border engagement teams
- Based in or willing to relocate to Vadodara

What We Offer

- Direct exposure to a growing, entrepreneurial GRC and Technology Consulting practice with international reach through the Kreston Global network
- A leadership track with genuine ownership of client engagements and practice-building responsibility
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment working alongside experienced practice leaders
- Competitive compensation, aligned with experience and qualifications

📌 Associate Director - GRC (Vadodara)
🏢 Kreston OPR
📍 Vadodara