JOB OVERVIEW

You will support the delivery of internal audit, risk management, governance, and compliance engagements across a variety of industries. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to identify practical solutions to complex business challenges.

The Senior

Consultant will play a key role in planning and executing engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and delivering high-quality advisory services that add value to our clients organizations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Internal Audit & Risk Advisory

Participate in and lead internal audit engagements across various business functions and industries

Assist clients in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, financial, strategic, and compliance risks

Conduct risk assessments, internal audits, and compliance reviews in accordance with professional standards and leading practices

Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes.

Perform walkthroughs, testing, and analysis of key business processes including:

Revenue and receivables

Procurement and payables

Inventory and asset management

Treasury and finance operations

Operational and business process controls

Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and emerging risks, and develop practical recommendations for improvement

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

Prepare transparent, concise, and high-quality audit reports detailing observations, root causes, risk implications, and actionable recommendations





Present audit findings and recommendations to client management and engagement leadership.

Support clients in developing and implementing remediation action plans

Build and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders throughout the engagement lifecycle

Risk Management & Governance

Support the design and implementation of enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks, internal control frameworks, and governance processes

Assist clients in strengthening compliance programs and regulatory readiness initiatives

Contribute to risk and control self-assessments, policy reviews, and governance enhancement projects

Project Delivery & Team Leadership

Collaborate with cross-functional engagement teams to deliver high-quality advisory projects within agreed timelines and budgets

Supervise and coach consultants and junior team members, providing guidance on technical and project-related matters

Support engagement managers and directors in project planning, execution, and quality assurance activities

Contribute to proposal preparation, business development activities, and thought leadership initiatives when required

Continuous Learning

Stay current with regulatory developments, industry trends, emerging risks, and leading risk management practices





Continuously enhance technical knowledge and professional capabilities through training and certifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline

Must have experience in Hospitality or Real Estate or Food & Beverage

Masters degree or additional professional qualifications will be considered an advantage

Candidates must hold one or more of the following qualifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

At least four years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), or related consulting services

Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and professional standards

Knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk management practices

Familiarity with governance frameworks and compliance requirements

Experience with risk assessment techniques and control testing procedures

Exposure to data analytics and audit automation tools is an advantage

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Previous experience within a professional services firm or consulting environment is preferred

Experience working with organizations in the GCC region is highly desirable

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📌 Sr Consultant - Internal Audit & Sox (Bengaluru)
🏢 Grant Thornton
📍 Bengaluru