– Cluster Audit Manager

Position Details

- Position: Cluster Audit Manager
- Company: Annapurna Finance Private Limited
- Department: Internal Audit
- Grade / HR Band: Associate Manager
- Reporting To: State Audit Manager
- Location: Bihar
- Compensation: As per company norms (Negotiable)
- Age Criteria: 21 – 40 years

About the Company

Annapurna Finance Private Limited is one of India’s leading microfinance institutions, with a strong presence across 1,700+ locations spanning 22 states. The organization is dedicated to driving financial inclusion by empowering underserved women in rural and semi-urban areas through access to credit and livelihood opportunities.

Over the years, the company has diversified its portfolio to include Housing Loans, MSME Financing, and Consumer Durable Loans, while continuing to enhance entrepreneurial ecosystems through financial and technical support.

? Website: https://annapurnafinance.in/

Role Purpose

The Cluster Audit Manager will play a critical role in strengthening the organization’s internal control framework by conducting comprehensive audits across assigned branches. The incumbent will ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and operational standards, while identifying risks and recommending process improvements to enhance overall efficiency and governance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and execute internal audits across branches within the assigned cluster in line with audit schedules.
2. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance processes.
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Assess the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of financial and operational information.
4. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
5. Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and areas of potential risk exposure.
6. Prepare comprehensive audit reports with clear observations, risk ratings, and actionable recommendations.
7. Present audit findings to senior stakeholders and support decision-making processes.
8. Monitor and track closure of audit observations to ensure timely and effective resolution.
9. Recommend process enhancements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Conduct field-level verification, including borrower assessment and operational validation where required.

Key Skills & Competencies

1. Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
2. In-depth knowledge of audit methodologies, accounting principles, and internal controls
3. Understanding of microfinance operations and field processes
4. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
5. High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership
6. Robust communication and stakeholder management skills
7. Willingness to travel extensively and work in rural environments
8. Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven approach

Educational Qualifications

- B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification

Experience Requirement

- Minimum Experience: 4 – 10 years
- Domain Preference: Internal Audit / Risk / Compliance roles within Microfinance, NBFC, or BFSI sector

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