Deputy Manager - Internal Audit Chennai SPC

Tata Steel Downstream Products Limited; Thiruvallur District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Steel Downstream Products Limited invites applications for an internal audit professional. The role involves developing the annual audit plan, conducting comprehensive audits across operations, inventory, procurement and HR, and ensuring robust internal controls with actionable recommendations.

Candidate should have CA/CMA with 1–4 years’ relevant experience, knowledge of GST, Companies Act and ERP tools (SAP), plus strong Excel and analytics skills for reporting and governance.

Qualifications

• CA/CMA qualification with internal audit experience preferred.
• Knowledge of COSO framework and risk management principles.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and data analytics skills.
• Understanding of GST, Companies Act and Indian accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan based on risks.
• Conduct audits across locations: operational, financial, compliance, procurement, inventory, HR.
• Evaluate internal controls and suggest improvements.
• Review adherence to policies, SOPs and statutory requirements.
• Audit inventory, procurement, vendor selection, and payments; assess processes.
• Review manufacturing processes for efficiency and improvements.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with observations and recommendations.
• Coordinate with statutory and external auditors; support investigations as needed.
• Promote risk awareness and a strong control environment.

Skills

Internal Audit

Manufacturing Controls

Statutory Regulations

ERP SAP

Excel & Analytics

COSO Framework

Attention to Detail

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Planning & Execution

Continuous Improvement

Education

CA/CMA Qualified

DISA/FAFD ICAI

1-4 years experience

Tools

SAP

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Word

CAAT tools

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description:

1. Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan based on identified business risks.


2. Conduct operational, financial, compliance, procurement, inventory, manufacturing, sales, logistics, and HR audits across TSDPL location


3. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.


4. Review compliance with company policies, SOPs, delegated authority matrix, and applicable statutory requirements.


5. Audit inventory management, material reconciliation, scrap management, fixed assets, and warehouse controls.
   Assess procurement, contract management, vendor selection, and payment processes.


6. Review manufacturing processes to identify operational inefficiencies and process improvement opportunities.


7. Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting observations, risk ratings, root causes, and recommendations.
   Track implementation of audit observations and verify closure of corrective actions.


8. Coordinate with statutory auditors, external auditors, and business stakeholders during audits.
   Support fraud investigations, special audits, and management reviews whenever required.


9. Promote risk awareness and a strong control environment across the organization.

Other Information – Key Skills & Competencies.

• Strong knowledge of Internal Audit methodologies and risk-based auditing.


• Understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain controls.


• Knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards, Companies Act, GST, and other statutory regulations.


• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).


• Proficiency in MS Excel and audit analytics.


• Knowledge of COSO framework and risk management principles.


• Behavioural Competencies


• Analytical thinking


• High integrity and ethical standards


• Attention to detail


• Effective communication and report writing


• Stakeholder management


• Problem-solving and decision‑making


• Planning and execution


• Continuous improvement mindset

Knowledge, Skills and Experience (Minimum Level)

Educational qualifications

CA /CMA Qualified with relevant internal audit experience may also be considered

Additional Qualification

DISA/FAFD by ICAI preferred; Data Analytics knowledge preferred

Post Qualification Experience

1-4 years

Relevant Experience

Internal Audit/Audit function in firm or corporate; Big 4 audit experience preferred

Computer Skills

SAP, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, CAAT tools, SQL, Power BI/Tableau preferred

Tata Steel Downstream Products Limited (TSDPL) is wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Steel. With 10 large processing units, 14 distribution locations all across the country. Today TSDPL is India's largest steel service organization.