Assistant Manager Internal Audit

Role: Assistant Manager (Internal Audit)

Location: Apnatech, Hosur Tamil Nadu

Department: Internal Audit

Company: Patil Rail Infrastructure / Apnatech

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience Required: Minimum 5+ Years

Qualification: ICWA / CA Inter / CIA / ICWA Inter

Salary: 7-8 LPA

Job Overview:

We are hiring an Assistant Manager Internal Audit for our Apnatech unit in Hosur. The role involves planning, executing, and reporting internal audit assignments to ensure strong internal controls, risk mitigation, and compliance with regulatory and company standards. Experience in auditing companies dealing with Electronic Items / Electronics Manufacturing is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Documentation

• Support in preparing annual and periodic internal audit plans.
• Prepare audit documentation such as Audit Program, Risk Control Matrix (RCM)
  
  , and control checklists.

2. Risk Assessment & Internal Controls

• Conduct risk assessments and identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate both design and operational effectiveness of internal controls and processes.

3. Audit Execution

• Execute audits as per approved audit plans and audit methodology.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company SOPs, and internal audit standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of audit workpapers.
• Identify red flags related to fraud, manipulation, or process failures.
• Handle special audits and investigations as required.

4. Reporting & Communication

• Prepare audit observations and draft internal audit reports.
• Present findings and recommendations to process owners and Plant Head.
• Ensure factual accuracy and practicality of audit recommendations.

5. Coordination & Follow-Up

• Coordinate with departments to address audit issues and close action points.
• Follow up on Action Taken Reports (ATR) to ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Qualification

• ICWA / CA Inter / CIA / ICWA Inter
• Strong knowledge of audit standards (IIA / ICAI)

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of internal audit experience.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing or electronic items auditing is an added advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management & audit methodologies
• Knowledge of GST, Factory Laws, Manpower Laws, EHS Laws, and other statutory regulations
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Independent working capability and team collaboration
• Willingness to travel for audit assignments
• Experience in electronic industry audits preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of annual audit plan
• Timely closure of audit reports
• Adherence to IIA/ICAI audit standards
• Identification of cost-saving opportunities
• Timely follow-up and closure of audit points
• Control gaps identified and addressed
• Continuous learning and development