Audit Team Lead

AGRIM; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Financial Services Company in Gurugram is seeking a highly dedicated Senior Executive – Finance with expertise in Statutory and Internal Audits. The role requires coordinating with auditors, managing financial data, and collaborating across departments to ensure effective audit outcomes. The ideal candidate should have a CA Inter or MBA, with 2–5 years of relevant experience in fast-paced environments. Strong skills in audit processes and advanced Excel are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Statutory Audit / Internal Audit / Finance roles.
• Experience in top/mid-sized audit firms or a fast-paced corporate finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate audit processes with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage audit trackers and report on audit statuses.
• Prepare audit schedules and maintain financial controls documentation.

Skills

Statutory Audit

Internal Audit

Advanced Excel

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

CA Inter / MBA / Qualified Chartered Accountant

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Role Overview

Agrim Wholesale Private Limited is seeking a highly dedicated and detail‑oriented Senior Executive – Finance with strong exposure to Statutory Audit and Internal Audit, either as an auditor or an auditee. The role demands end‑to‑end ownership of audit coordination, financial data preparation, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure timely and high‑quality audit outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating with external auditors, working closely with internal stakeholders, preparing and cleaning financial data, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs, and supporting the Finance leadership in maintaining the integrity of financial statements.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Coordination (Primary Responsibility)
• Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for Statutory Audit and Internal Audit across Agrim.
• Coordinate with external auditors to deliver 95%+ audit closure within defined timelines.
• Ensure timely submission of audit schedules, reconciliations, workings, and clarifications.
• Manage audit trackers, follow‑ups, and closure of open points with minimal supervision.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with business leaders and their immediate teams across functions (Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Growth, HR, Admin, Technology, etc.).
• Understand functional SOPs, data flows, and process checkpoints to gather accurate information.
• Facilitate smooth communication between Finance and other departments to address audit queries.
• Financial Data Management
• Retrieve, compile, and clean large datasets from multiple systems and stakeholders.
• Validate data for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with financial controls.
• Prepare audit‑ready schedules and ensure internal review by Finance Managers before submission.
• Maintain documentation, version controls, and workpaper standards.
• Audit Discussions & Issue Resolution
• Actively participate in audit meetings, walkthroughs, process discussions, and issue deep‑dives.
• Provide auditors with clear explanations and evidence for transactions, balances, and controls.
• Drive closure of audit issues with a structured and data‑backed approach.
• Escalate critical concerns to Finance leadership with possible resolution paths.
• Ownership of Financial Statements & Controls Support
• Develop a strong understanding of Agrim’s financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flows).
• Formulation of financial statement in accordance with the Ind AS and IGAAP.
• Support Finance Managers in finalizing financials, notes, and disclosures.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls, documentation, and compliance practices.
• Identify recurring audit issues and contribute to long‑term process improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Statutory Audit & Internal Audit, audit requirements, and financial controls.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards (Ind AS/IGAAP) and financial statement components.
• Advanced Excel skills for data cleaning, analysis, and schedule preparation.
• Experience with ERP systems, reconciliations, GL reviews, and financial reporting tools.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and coordination skills to engage auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving capability and ability to handle detail‑oriented tasks with accuracy.
• High sense of ownership, accountability, and responsiveness.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with structured follow‑ups.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA Inter / MBA / Qualified Chartered Accountant
• 2–5 years of experience in Statutory Audit / Internal Audit / Finance roles.
• Experience in Top / mid‑sized audit firms or in a fast‑paced corporate finance environment is a must.