Job Description
Job Requirements
About the Role
The Lead – Internal Audit will be responsible for independently managing and executing internal audits across the bank’s Retail Banking business unit. This includes end-to-end ownership of the audit process—developing audit plans, conducting audits within defined timelines, publishing reports, and preparing quarterly presentations. The role is critical to ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit function, thereby contributing to the bank’s broader strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
• Develop and manage the bank’s annual audit plan.
• Oversee the audit cycle to ensure it remains effective and current.
• Lead the planning, risk assessment, scoping, and resourcing of complex audit projects.
• Guide and support auditors during audit execution to ensure quality outcomes within budgeted timelines.
• Execute audits as per the approved plan, draft audit reports, and finalize them in consultation with auditees.
• Review and take ownership of working papers prepared by team members.
• Identify critical areas for continuous monitoring and develop exception reports.
• Build operational expertise in core areas and apply it to internal audits.
• Develop key metrics, trends, and strategic analyses, and present findings to senior management.
• Prepare quarterly audit committee presentations, highlighting critical issues and action plans.
• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure compliance and adoption of best practices.
• Perform special audits as requested by senior management and report findings.
• Provide guidance and training to project team members in internal audit practices.
• Promote collaborative learning and shared ownership within the team.
Secondary Responsibilities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to leverage in-house synergies.
• Stay updated on global market trends and competitor strategies in key markets.
What We Are Looking For
Education
• Graduate in any discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance (MBA preferred).
• Professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA) is essential.
Experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
Skills and Attributes
• Strong understanding of audit methodologies and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple audits and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership capabilities to attract and retain top talent.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
About the Role
The Lead – Internal Audit will be responsible for independently managing and executing internal audits across the bank’s Retail Banking business unit. This includes end-to-end ownership of the audit process—developing audit plans, conducting audits within defined timelines, publishing reports, and preparing quarterly presentations. The role is critical to ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit function, thereby contributing to the bank’s broader strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
• Develop and manage the bank’s annual audit plan.
• Oversee the audit cycle to ensure it remains effective and current.
• Lead the planning, risk assessment, scoping, and resourcing of complex audit projects.
• Guide and support auditors during audit execution to ensure quality outcomes within budgeted timelines.
• Execute audits as per the approved plan, draft audit reports, and finalize them in consultation with auditees.
• Review and take ownership of working papers prepared by team members.
• Identify critical areas for continuous monitoring and develop exception reports.
• Build operational expertise in core areas and apply it to internal audits.
• Develop key metrics, trends, and strategic analyses, and present findings to senior management.
• Prepare quarterly audit committee presentations, highlighting critical issues and action plans.
• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure compliance and adoption of best practices.
• Perform special audits as requested by senior management and report findings.
• Provide guidance and training to project team members in internal audit practices.
• Promote collaborative learning and shared ownership within the team.
Secondary Responsibilities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to leverage in-house synergies.
• Stay updated on global market trends and competitor strategies in key markets.
What We Are Looking For
Education
• Graduate in any discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance (MBA preferred).
• Professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA) is essential.
Experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
Skills and Attributes
• Strong understanding of audit methodologies and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple audits and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership capabilities to attract and retain top talent.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Audit Executive-Business Process position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Indore offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.