Senior Manager Internal Audit
EXL · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Full-time · Staff · Posted 10 days ago
Description - Senior Manager to lead internal audits for enabling functions (Finance, HR, Facilities), drive audit committee reporting, and manage audit team delivery with a focus on risk-based coverage and governance excellence.
Responsibilities
1. Audit Execution – Enabling Functions
Plan and execute risk-based internal audits across Finance, HR, Facilities, and other corporate functions
Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls (including SOX/non-SOX areas)
Identify control gaps and provide practical, business-aligned recommendations
Ensure audits are delivered within timelines and quality standards
2. Risk Assessment & Audit Planning
Support development of annual audit plan based on enterprise risk assessment
Continuously reassess risks in enabling functions and adjust audit priorities dynamically
3. Audit Committee & Leadership Reporting
Prepare audit committee presentations with clear insights, trends, and key risks
Provide concise, executive-level reporting on audit outcomes and themes
Track and report issue remediation status and ageing
4. Stakeholder Management
Partner with Finance, HR, and Corporate leadership teams
Act as a trusted advisor while maintaining auditor independence
Drive alignment on audit observations and remediation plans
5. Team Management
Lead, mentor, and review work of audit team members
Ensure capability building, quality reviews, and performance management
Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
6. Process Improvement & Governance
Drive standardization and automation in audit processes
Contribute to strengthening governance frameworks and internal controls
Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and cost optimization
6. Enterprise Risk Management
Lead the enterprise risk management project for the company
Understanding about current macro environment & emerging risks, and its impact to the company
Prepare board level presentations around top risks for the company
Qualifications - Chartered Accountant