Internal Finance Auditor

We invite applications for the position of Internal Auditor on an annually renewable fixed-term contract.

Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Reports to: CEO/Audit Committee

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. A professional qualification
  such as CA, CIA, CISA, or CMA is preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in internal auditing, preferably in the non-profit or rural development sector.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk assessment, and internal control frameworks.
• Familiarity with Indian accounting standards, financial regulations, and statutory
  compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting software is a plus.

Job Description:

The Internal Auditor will play a vital role in supporting our partner's mission by ensuring accountability, transparency, and compliance in financial and operational
processes. This position is responsible for conducting internal audits audits, risk assessments, and process evaluations to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to organizational policies and government regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Audit Planning and Execution

• Objectively review an organization's business processes
• Develop and implement annual audit plans and schedules.
• Perform regular and systematic internal audits of financial and operational processes.
• Review and assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance practices.

- Risk Assessment and Control Evaluation

• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in processes and operations.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of controls in place to mitigate identified risks.
• Protect against fraud and theft of the organization's assets
• Recommend improvements to control systems and processes to prevent fraud and ensure compliance.

- Compliance and Policy Review

• Ensure that the organization is complying with relevant laws and statutes
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, partner guidelines, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with statutory regulations, including financial and operational reporting requirements.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that could impact the foundation.

- Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including findings, risks, and recommendations for improvements.
• Present audit findings to senior management and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain thorough documentation of audit work and findings for reference and regulatory review.
• Continuous Improvement and Advisory
• Provide recommendations to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and control of processes and operations.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures based on audit findings and emerging best practices.
• Support the finance and program teams with insights and guidance to improve risk management.

- Training and Support

• Provide training to team members on internal controls, risk management, and compliance.
• Support the foundations efforts in capacity building and process  improvement initiatives.
• Information Systems/Technology Audits - Includes participation in system development projects (MIS), pre- and post-implementation reviews, operational integrity reviews, system evaluations and programming across information systems.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.