Assistant Manager – Internal Audit (IT)

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Plan and perform field audit work in line with approved audit programs. Assess business risks and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls. Prepare detailed working papers documenting audit procedures, findings, and evidence Draft audit observations, recommendations, and reports based on audit findings. Discuss audit findings with process owners and management to obtain responses. Ensure audit reports are accurate, clear, and submitted within the stipulated timelines. Follow up with process owners to track the implementation of audit recommendations. Coordinate with business units to gather necessary information and documentation. Support the preparation of quarterly updates for senior management. Identify process gaps and suggest improvements to strengthen internal controls. Maintain proper documentation and evidence to support audit conclusions. Apply ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data analytics tools to enhance audit testing. Ensure independence, objectivity, and professionalism in all audit activities. Stay updated on regulatory changes, audit best practices, and industry standards. Desired Candidate Profile Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience Certifications (good to have) : CISA, Lead Auditor ISO 27001 or equivalent Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) reviews covering: User Access Management Privileged Access Management Password Controls Segregation of Duties Change Management Backup and Recovery Incident Management IT Operations Conduct application control reviews for SAP and non-SAP applications. Review cybersecurity controls and information security governance. Assess third-party/vendor risk management and cloud service controls. Evaluate disaster recovery and business continuity preparedness. Conduct infrastructure, network, database, and endpoint security reviews. Work experience should include Big 4 or equivalent background Thorough understanding of the industry and its segments Key Competencies and Skills Technical Skills Internal audit methodologies and standards (IIA) Risk assessment and internal control evaluation ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data analytics tools COBIT, ITIL, NIST cybersecurity framework knowledge Financial, operational, IT and compliance audits Audit documentation and report preparation Understanding of regulatory frameworks (VAT, Corporate Tax, AML/CFT etc.,– as applicable) Soft Skills Effective communication (verbal and written) Problem-solving and critical thinking Collaboration and cross functional coordination Stakeholder management and relationship building Behavioural Professional integrity and ethical conduct Objectivity and independence in audit work Attention to detail and accuracy Adaptability to multi-location audits and changing priorities Professional skepticism Continuous learning orientation. Employment Type Full-time Company Industry Retail Department / Functional Area AccountsTaxationAuditCompany Secretary Keywords IT General ControlsIncident ManagementIT Risk AssessmentVendor Risk ManagementInternal AuditRisk & Control AssessmentCobitITILNISTCompliance Audits Get real-time job updates only on our App