Senior Manager – Internal Audit (GRC)

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nKreston OPR Advisors LLP | Vadodara, Gujarat

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

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nAbout Kreston OPR

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nKreston 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.

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nRole Overview

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nWe 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.

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nKey Responsibilities

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n- Lead planning, execution, and reporting for internal audit engagements across diverse industries and geographies

n- Design and review risk-based audit plans, audit programs, and control testing methodologies

n- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including SOX 404 / ITGC frameworks where applicable

n- Manage engagement teams, review workpapers, and ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables

n- Build and maintain strong client relationships; act as a day-to-day point of contact for engagement stakeholders

n- Draft clear, actionable audit reports and present findings to client management and audit committees

n- Identify process gaps and recommend practical,



risk-calibrated improvements

n- Support proposal development, scoping, and pricing for new internal audit and GRC engagements

n- Coach and develop junior team members; contribute to internal training and methodology development

n- Stay current on regulatory developments, industry practices, and emerging risk areas (cyber, ESG, third-party risk, etc.)

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nCandidate Profile

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n- 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

n- Chartered Accountant (CA) / CIA / CISA or equivalent professional qualification preferred

n- Strong working knowledge of internal audit standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment methodologies

n- Exposure to SOX compliance, ITGC, or process/control testing is a strong plus

n- Demonstrated ability to manage engagements and teams independently, with minimal supervision

n- Excellent report-writing, communication, and client-management skills

n- Comfortable working with international clients and cross-border engagement teams

n- Based in or willing to relocate to Vadodara

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nWhat We Offer

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n- Direct exposure to a growing, entrepreneurial GRC and Technology Consulting practice with international reach through the Kreston Global network

n- A leadership track with genuine ownership of client engagements and practice-building responsibility

n- Team-oriented, quick-paced environment working alongside experienced practice leaders

n- Competitive compensation, aligned with experience and qualifications

📌 Senior Manager - GRC (Mandvi)
🏢 Kreston OPR
📍 Mandvi