internal audit associate

Baker Tilly US; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

BTVK Advisory, part of Baker Tilly US, LLP, is seeking an experienced SOX/Internal Controls professional in Gurgaon, India, to strengthen internal controls across core business processes and assist with regulatory compliance.

You will conduct risk assessments, test controls, maintain documentation, and collaborate with process owners to improve governance and financial reporting. A Bachelor’s in Accounting and 1+ year of related experience are required; CA/CPA/CISA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or internal control testing.
• Experience assessing internal controls and understanding business risks preferred.
• Public accounting or professional services background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and perform internal control testing for SOX 404 compliance.
• Evaluate controls across OTC, PTP, Inventory, Payroll, and Fixed Assets processes.
• Prepare process and control documentation including risk and control matrices and SOPs.
• Assess controls related to financial reporting and month-end close processes.
• Review treasury and cash management activities to ensure policy compliance.
• Prepare audit reports and communicate findings with actionable recommendations.
• Stay informed on regulatory updates and audit practices for continuous improvement.
• Support seniors and managers with project tracking, timelines and documentation.
• Identify risks and improvement opportunities to deliver high-quality client service.

Skills

Risk assessments

Internal control testing

SOX compliance

Process documentation

Regulatory awareness

Analytical skills

Multi-priority management

Collaboration across management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Master’s degree preferred

CA, CPA, CIA, CISA or similar certification preferred

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

BTVK Advisory is a leading advisory firm whose specialized professionals guide clients through an ever-changing business world, helping them win now and anticipate tomorrow. BTVK Advisory, and its affiliated entities, have operations in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. BTVK Advisory’s ultimate parent entity, Baker Tilly US, LLP, is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

To be added to all ET through Experienced requisitions Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Conduct risk assessments, perform internal control testing, and collaborate with process owners to support SOX 404 compliance and remediation efforts.
• Evaluate and test controls across core business processes including Order to Cash (OTC), Procure to Pay (PTP), Inventory, Payroll, and Fixed Assets.
• Prepare and maintain process and control documentation, including risk and control matrices, flowcharts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assess controls related to financial reporting, month-end close activities, and entity-level governance processes.
• Review equity transactions, treasury operations, and cash management activities to support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare audit reports, communicate findings to stakeholders, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory updates, and evolving audit practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Seniors and Managers in tracking project deliverables, timelines, status reporting, and engagement documentation.
• Identify risks, process gaps, and improvement opportunities while contributing to high-quality client service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar professional certification preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, internal control testing, or related areas required.
• Experience assessing internal controls and understanding business risks preferred.
• Previous experience in a public accounting or professional services environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data, systems, and business processes effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client engagements in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of management.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to delivering high-quality client service.