Audit Senior - Internal Audit

Elliott Davis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility after on-Board

Job summary

Elliott Davis in Bengaluru seeks a Senior Associate – Risk Advisory to lead internal audit engagements across core banking functions and mentor junior staff. You will oversee testing, review workpapers, and ensure timely delivery with strong quality standards.

You bring 4+ years in audit or banking operations, COSO understanding, and the ability to manage multiple engagements with excellent communication and leadership skills. Hybrid work with onboarding provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields.
• COSO framework knowledge and understanding of audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit engagements across banking functions, including loan operations, deposit operations, ACH and payments, branch operations, and financial reporting.
• Review associate workpapers for accuracy and completeness, ensuring adherence to audit standards.
• Plan and coordinate audit testing, including walkthroughs, control testing, and substantive procedures.
• Provide day-to-day coaching and mentoring to associates; support skill progression.
• Prepare and review audit reports with root cause analysis and recommendations.
• Communicate with clients, lead meetings, and respond to inquiries.
• Support engagement planning, risk assessments, and scoping activities.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk management

Banking operations

Audit methodologies

COSO

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Professional certification (CPA/CIA/CISA) preferred

Job description

At Elliott Davis, our mission is to make a positive impact on our clients, our people, and our communities. We are committed to elevating every experience through a culture of care, collaboration, and continuous growth. Guided by our core values—Do the Right Thing, Service to Others, Mutual Respect, Always Getting Better, and Quality—we create opportunities for talented professionals to thrive

About Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group (FSG). Our team serves a diverse portfolio of financial institutions and provides independent, risk‑based assurance and advisory services across a wide range of banking operations. In this role, you will take on increased responsibility in leading internal audit engagements, supervising staff, and ensuring the timely delivery of high‑quality advisory services to financial institutions.

The Senior Associate role is designed for professionals who have developed a foundation in audit or banking operations and are ready to contribute to engagement execution, client management, and team development. You will play a key role in maintaining engagement quality standards while mentoring junior staff and supporting efficient project delivery.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Associate, you will lead portions of engagements and provide oversight to associates while continuing to perform hands‑on audit work. Responsibilities include but are not necessarily limited to:

• Execute and lead internal audit engagements across key banking functions, including:
• Loan operations and credit administration
• Deposit operations
• ACH and electronic payments
• Branch operations
• Accounting and financial reporting
• Human resources and payroll
• Investment and treasury operations
• Plan and coordinate audit testing activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, and substantive procedures.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks, control deficiencies, and process improvement opportunities.
• Review associate workpapers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm audit methodology and quality standards.
• Ensure engagements are completed on schedule and within scope by actively monitoring project timelines, deliverables, and resource needs.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance, coaching, and mentoring to Associates, including training on audit procedures, documentation standards, and banking concepts.
• Assist in the development of associates by providing constructive feedback and supporting skill progression.
• Prepare and review audit reports, including observations, root cause analysis, and actionable recommendations.
• Support communication with clients, including leading portions of meetings, discussing audit findings, and responding to inquiries.
• Assist managers and senior leadership in engagement planning, risk assessments, and scoping activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes, methodologies, and internal tools.
• Support multiple concurrent engagements while maintaining high‑quality work and attention to detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of:
• Internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Audit methodologies and risk assessment techniques
• Banking operations and regulatory expectations
• Demonstrated ability to review work, identify issues, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to travel when required (estimated maximum of 25 nights per year)
• Prior experience leading or supervising individuals in a banking or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with banking regulations and regulatory expectations (e.g., FDIC, OCC, Federal Reserve).
• Experience reviewing workpapers and ensuring adherence to audit standards (e.g., IIA Standards).
• Progress toward or attainment of a professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
• Demonstrated interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative, people‑first culture focused on professional development.
• Accelerate your growth through continuous learning, leadership development, and exposure to complex banking operations.
• Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding and training period.