Role: Internal Audit

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager Internal Audit to lead a two-member internal audit team within our service organization. The incumbent will be responsible for building and executing a robust audit framework, driving process improvements, and ensuring end-to-end compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. This role requires hands-on leadership, solid knowledge of Indian taxation and GST, and the ability to translate audit findings into actionable business improvements

Responsibilities

Process Audit

- Plan and conduct end-to-end process audits across all service delivery and support functions.
- Map existing processes, identify deviations from defined workflows, and highlight inefficiencies.
- Recommend process re-engineering measures and verify implementation of agreed changes.

SOP Implementation & Review

- Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments.
- Verify adherence to SOPs through periodic walkthroughs and surprise audits.
- Work with department heads to close gaps between documented procedures and actual practices

Risk Assessment

- Prepare and maintain a risk register covering financial, operational, compliance, and reputational risks.

Conduct risk-based audit planning prioritizing high-risk areas for deeper scrutiny.

- Present risk assessment results and mitigation plans to leadership quarterly.

Internal Controls

- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across all functions.
- Identify control weaknesses and work with process owners to design and implement stronger controls.
- Follow up on all audit action points to ensure timely remediation.

Compliance Indian Taxation & GST





- Ensure adherence to all applicable Indian taxation laws including Income Tax (TDS, advance tax, etc.).
- Monitor GST compliance return filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9), reconciliations, and ITC claims.
- Review vendor and client contracts for tax implications and flag non-compliances proactively.
- Stay updated on changes in GST, Income Tax, and other relevant laws applicable to the service sector.

Audit Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain comprehensive audit working papers, evidence files, and documentation in line with best practices.
- Prepare clear, concise internal audit reports with findings, root cause analysis, risk ratings, and recommendations.
- Maintain an audit tracker to monitor status of all open and closed observations.
- Ensure audit documentation is audit-ready for external auditors, management, or regulatory reviews at all times.

Qualifications and Experience

- CA Inter / CA Final / CMA / MBA (Finance) preferred.
- B.Com / M.Com graduates with strong relevant experience will also be considered
- Experience

3 to 4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Finance & Accounts, or related fields.

- Prior experience in a service industry organization is strongly preferred.
- Proven track record of leading audit teams and managing multiple concurrent audit assignments.

Technical Skills

Solid understanding of Process Audits, SOP drafting, Risk Assessment, and Internal Controls.

- Hands-on knowledge of Indian Taxation TDS, Income Tax Act, and related compliances.
- Strong working knowledge of GST GSTR filings, ITC reconciliation, and e-invoicing.
- Proficient in Tally ERP 9, SAP FICO, or similar accounting/ERP systems. Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis, audit sampling, and MIS preparation

Job Location, Work Timings and Work Model:

Gandhinagar

Full time

7.30 am to 4.30 pm IST (1st,3rd,5th Saturday off)

📌 Internal Auditor (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Befree Business
📍 Ahmedabad