Job Description

Senior Manager – Internal Audit (GRC)

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Kreston OPR Advisors LLP | Vadodara, Gujarat

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

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About Kreston OPR

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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.

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Role Overview

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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



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

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

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