Head – Internal Audit – Manufacturing Firm – CA MavenHasten Consulting

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Mumbai invites applications for Head-Internal Audit (Manufacturing). The role leads internal audit, risk management, and governance across multiple entities, reporting to senior leadership. Qualified CA with 12–18 years in Internal Audit and ICFR/ IFC, manufacturing exposure, and multi-country/entities experience preferred.

Strong leadership and communication skills required. This leadership position offers significant exposure to board-level stakeholders and is

Qualifications

• CA with 12–18 years post-qualification experience in internal audit and governance.
• Minimum 6 years in leadership roles in internal audit, risk management or governance.
• Hands-on ICFR/IFC implementation and management.
• Experience across multi-location and multi-entity environments; interaction with Audit Committees.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit across manufacturing entities, including risk-based planning and audits.
• Oversee Internal Financial Controls (ICFR/IFC) framework, control documentation, testing, and remediation.
• Manage Enterprise Risk Management activities and risk workshops with business leaders.
• Support governance, compliance programs, and board-level reporting and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure readiness for statutory audits and due diligence.
• Lead and mentor the internal audit and risk management team; establish methodologies and reporting standards.

Skills

Internal Audit Leadership

Risk Management

Governance

Stakeholder Management

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Job description

We are urgently hiring for the position of Head- Internal Audit (Manufacturing) for one of the Leading Manufacturing Company in Mumbai.

Position Details:

Organization: Leading Manufacturing Company

Position: Head- Internal Audit (Manufacturing)

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 12 to 20 years of experience into Internal Audit, Internal Finance Control, Risk Management from Manufacturing industry and experience in handling Multiple Entities and Multiple Countries will be preferable.

Qualification: CA (Must)

Salary: As per company norms.

About the Role:

A rapidly growing manufacturing group is looking for an experienced Head Internal Audit to lead its internal audit, risk management, and governance functions across multiple business entities. The role will be responsible for providing independent assurance on internal controls, risk management practices, compliance frameworks, and corporate governance processes.

This is a leadership position offering significant exposure to senior management, board-level stakeholders, and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Leadership:

• Develop and execute an annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead operational, financial, compliance, and process audits across business units.
• Assess effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and ensure timely closure of observations.

Internal Financial Controls (IFC / ICFR):

• Drive the organization's Internal Financial Controls framework.
• Oversee control documentation, testing, evaluation, and remediation activities.
• Conduct periodic reviews of key financial and operational controls.
• Strengthen the overall control environment through continuous monitoring and improvement initiatives.

Enterprise Risk Management:

• Maintain and periodically review the enterprise risk register.
• Facilitate risk assessment workshops and quarterly risk reviews with business leaders.
• Identify emerging risks and monitor mitigation strategies.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments and recommend preventive controls.

Governance & Compliance:

• Support governance initiatives and promote best practices across the organization.
• Evaluate adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee whistleblower and ethics-related review processes.
• Assist management in enhancing governance maturity and accountability frameworks.

Audit Committee & Stakeholder Management:

• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and control reports to senior leadership and governance forums.
• Provide objective insights on business risks and control effectiveness.
• Support leadership in driving corrective actions and process improvements.

External Audit & Due Diligence Readiness:

• Coordinate audit readiness reviews and control assessments.
• Support statutory audits, due diligence exercises and governance reviews.
• Collaborate with external consultants and specialist audit partners as required.

Team Management:

• Lead and mentor the internal audit and risk management team.
• Establish audit methodologies, reporting standards, and best practices.
• Manage relationships with co-sourced audit partners and subject matter experts.

Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 12 to 18 years of post-qualification experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Internal Controls, or Governance leadership roles.
• Hands-on experience in implementing and managing ICFR / IFC frameworks.
• Exposure to multi-location and multi-entity business environments.
• Experience interacting with Audit Committees, Boards, or senior governance bodies.
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, governance, and audit methodologies.
• Manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or process industry experience preferred.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills.