Role Purpose: /n This role is responsible for organisation’s strategic risk-based internal audit plan and managing the internal audit function in accordance with the organisation’s internal audit charter and the /n professional standards for internal auditing. This role will work closely with the Leadership team /n and various departments to evaluate and improve internal controls, processes and risk /n management strategies /n /n Key Role Responsibilities /n Internal Audit and Risk Assessment Strategy /n • Develop annually a risk-based internal audit plan for review and approval to the Apex /n members. Keep Apex members apprised of any changes needed to the internal audit plan /n • Ensure audit coverage of store operations, inventory, Finance, SOPs(Standard Operating /n Procedures) of Enabling functions and B2B function /n • Perform organization-wide risk assessments to identify significant risks or exposure related to /n internal controls or compliance with organisation’s policies and procedures, laws and /n regulations, sponsored contract and regulatory requirements, efficiency of operations, and /n accuracy of programmatic and financial reporting.

Proactively inform senior management of /n significant risks or exposures /n • Provide assurance to the management on the adequacy of the control environment within /n the organization /n • Create awareness on internal control systems and changes in external policies impacting the /n organization /n • Benchmark the internal control systems with the industry best practices and introduce /n relevant systems /n • Remain current on audit and regulatory oversight trends and develop a risk based approach /n incorporated into the annual audit plan /n • Participate in committees and task forces defining policies,



procedures and regulations and /n provide inputs from an internal control system perspective /n /n Internal Audit Plan Implementation /n • Oversee the implementation of the approved plan, ensure proper resourcing for /n implementation of the plan, and adjust the plan as needed in response to changes in /n organisation’s business risks, operations, programs, systems and controls /n • Ensure internal audit team conducts concurrent audits as per the plan /n • Perform detailed and systematic audits to identify areas of improvement /n • Prepare and present audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to management and /n stakeholders /n • Review deviations on compliance to policies, procedures and regulations and take required /n actions. Ensure follow up on findings and corrective actions /n • Provide feedback and recommendations on business risks and improving operational /n efficiencies and processes where appropriate /n • Provide technical assistance with investigations, special audits, and provide subject-matter /n expertise as needed /n • Maintain audit technology platform leveraging support from the information systems group /n as needed /n /n Stakeholder collaboration /n • Collaborate with department heads to develop and continuously improve policies, processes, /n Standard operating procedures (SOPs),



and internal controls /n • Develop an ecosystem of external auditors / service providers /n • Review and assess performance of external auditors / service providers including on a /n continuous basis to align with the requirements of the organization /n /n People Leadership /n • Establish and assign departmental goals to team members and evaluate their performance /n • Lead and manage a team of internal auditors, providing guidance, coaching, development /n opportunities and support /n /n . Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Behavioural competencies /n • Proven experience in internal auditing, risk management, or a related field /n • Experience in retail sector, with an understanding of industry-specific risks, regulations, and /n practices /n • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, corporate governance, /n regulatory compliance and risk management practices /n • Hands-on experience in developing audit plans, executing audit engagements, and delivering /n high-quality audit reports /n • Knowledge of various business processes, workflows, and operational procedures across /n different departments /n • Ability to think critically and objectively evaluate information, evidence, and audit findings /n • Capacity to handle conflicts and disagreements professionally and facilitate constructive /n resolution /n • High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail /n • Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with /n individuals at all levels of the organization /n • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously /n /n Education: CA/ICWA /n /n Experience: 10+ years /n /n Reports to: Chief Strategy Officer /n

📌 Senior Manager Internal Audit (Bengaluru)
🏢 Ample
📍 Bengaluru