Internal Audit Manager

Nikhil Constructiongroup; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikhil Constructiongroup is seeking an experienced Manager Internal Audit to lead and execute internal audit activities across construction projects and corporate functions. The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, identifying risks, ensuring compliance and improving financial processes.

The ideal candidate holds a CA qualification, has 8-12 years in Internal Audit (construction/infra/real estate), and can manage multiple audits, interact with senior management, and deliver detailed

Qualifications

• CA qualification mandatory.
• 8-12 years in Internal Audit.
• Construction / Infrastructure / Real Estate experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, audit procedures, risk assessment and process improvement.
• Experience in project-level audits and construction-related financial processes.
• Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to independently handle multiple audits and interact with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits across projects, HO, finance, procurement, stores, contracts and operations.
• Evaluate internal controls, processes, policies and financial transactions.
• Identify control gaps, risks, irregularities and areas of potential financial leakage.
• Review project costs, budgets, billing, collections, procurement, subcontractor payments and expenses.
• Conduct audits of construction projects and assess compliance with approved processes and budgets.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting observations, risks and recommendations.
• Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Coordinate with Finance, Projects, Procurement, Contracts and Management teams.
• Support management in strengthening governance, risk management and internal control systems.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Process improvement

Audit procedures

Analytical skills

Communication

Report writing

Education

CA qualification

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Manager Internal Audit to lead and execute internal audit activities across construction projects and corporate functions. The role will focus on strengthening internal controls, identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and improving operational and financial processes.

Role & responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits across projects, HO, finance, procurement, stores, contracts and operations.
• Evaluate internal controls, processes, policies and financial transactions.
• Identify control gaps, risks, irregularities and areas of potential financial leakage.
• Review project costs, budgets, billing, collections, procurement, subcontractor payments and expenses.
• Conduct audits of construction projects and assess compliance with approved processes and budgets.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting observations, risks and recommendations.
• Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Coordinate with Finance, Projects, Procurement, Contracts and Management teams.
• Support management in strengthening governance, risk management and internal control systems.

Preferred candidate profile

• CA qualification is mandatory.
• 8-12 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, preferably in Construction / Infrastructure / Real Estate.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, audit procedures, risk assessment and process improvement.
• Experience in project-level audits and construction-related financial processes preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to independently handle multiple audits and interact with senior management.