Job DescriptionSenior Manager - Internal Audit (Domestic Practice) NFirm: Kreston OPR (Kreston International member firm) NLocation: Vadodara, Gujarat NFunction: Internal Audit & Risk Advisory NExperience Required: 3–5 years post-qualification / post-articleship experience in internal audit (CA firm or industry) NRole SummarynKreston OPR is looking for a Senior Manager to lead internal audit engagements for domestic clients across Gujarat and Western India. The role involves managing a portfolio of manufacturing, trading, real estate, pharma, and services clients, planning and executing risk-based internal audits, reviewing internal financial controls, and presenting findings directly to client management and Audit Committees. This is a client-facing, team-leading role with regular travel to client locations across Gujarat. NKey ResponsibilitiesnEngagement Delivery Nn Plan and execute internal audit assignments for domestic clients as per the approved audit plan/scope letter N Prepare risk-based audit programs covering operational, financial, and compliance areas N Review process walkthroughs, test internal controls, and identify gaps in line with Ind AS, Companies Act 2013 requirements, and Standards on Internal Audit (SIA) issued by ICAI N Assess design and operating effectiveness of Internal Financial Controls (IFC/ICFR) as required under Section 143(3)(i) of the Companies Act, 2013 N Review compliance with statutory requirements, GST, TDS, Companies Act, labour laws — as part of audit scope N Draft audit observations, risk ratings,



and actionable recommendations in client-ready reports NnClient & Stakeholder Management Nn Act as the primary point of contact for client CFOs, finance heads, and process owners during fieldwork N Present audit findings and closure status to client management and, where applicable, the Audit Committee/Board N Manage client expectations on timelines, scope, and deliverables N Track management actionplans (MAPs) to closure across audit cycles NnTeam Leadership Nn Supervise and review the work of Assistant Managers, Senior Associates, and Article Assistants on engagements N Guide the team on auditmethodology, documentation standards, and workpaper quality N Support training, on-the-job coaching, and performance feedback for junior staff N Coordinate staffing andscheduling across multiple concurrent engagements NnPractice Development Nn Support the partner/director in engagement planning, fee proposals, and client onboarding for internal audit mandates N Contribute to standardizing internal audit templates, checklists, and methodology across the practice N Identify opportunities for value-added services (process improvement, SOP design, ERP control reviews) within existing client relationships NnRequired Qualifications Nn CA (Chartered Accountant)



qualified; CA Inter with strong relevant experience may also be considered N 3–5 years of experiencein internal audit — CA firm/consulting background strongly preferred; industry internal auditexperience also relevant N Working knowledge of Companies Act 2013, Ind AS, ICFR/IFC requirements, GST, and TDS provisions N Hands-on experience conducting internal audits for manufacturing, trading, or service sector clients N Prior experience reviewing or supervising the work of junior team members N Strong report-writing and presentation skills in English (Gujarati/Hindi fluency an advantage for client interactions) N Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; exposure to ERP systems(Tally, SAP, Oracle) preferred N Willingness to travel to client locations across Gujarat/Western India as needed NnPreferred Qualifications Nn DISA/CISA or other IT audit certification N CIA (Certified InternalAuditor) — completed or in progress N Prior experience in a CA firm servicing multiple domestic clients concurrently (multi-client audit exposure) N Exposure to internal audit of real estate, pharma, or auto-ancillary sectors (common in the Vadodara/Gujarat industrial belt) N Familiarity with data analytics tools (Excel-based analytics, Power BI) for audit sampling and testing NnCore Competencies Nn Sound understanding of Indian regulatory and compliance environment N Ability to independently manage 3–4 concurrent client engagements N Solid client relationship and stakeholder management skills N High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive client financial information N Team leadership and ability to mentor a mixed-experience team (articles to seniors) N

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