Internal Audit Manager – Process & Controls Review

Crossing Hurdles; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager for Internal Audit in Mumbai. Candidates should have 7-10 years of relevant experience, ideally with Big 4 consulting firms. This hybrid role requires strong analytical, client management, and leadership skills to oversee internal audit engagements and enhance governance structures.

Responsibilities include executing risk-based audits and managing client relationships while mentoring junior staff. The position offers competitive compensation based on experience, and applicants must have relevant qualifications such as CA, ACCA, CMA, or MBA.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit and Risk Advisory.
• Mandatory: Prior experience with Big 4 / Big 6 consulting or audit firms.
• Deep understanding of internal controls, SOX / IFC compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit engagements for large domestic and multinational clients.
• Evaluate internal controls and governance frameworks across client organizations.
• Identify control gaps and provide practical recommendations to improve business processes.

Skills

Risk-based internal audits

Client management

Analytical thinking

Leadership and mentoring

Education

CA / ACCA / CMA / MBA

Tools

MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)

Job description

Quick Overview

Position: Manager / Senior Manager Internal Audit (Risk Advisory)

Type: Full-time

Compensation: As per Industry Standards / Based on Experience

Required Experience: 7 to 10 Years in internal audit for large domestic and multinational clients.

Working Days: 5 Working Days (2 Days in Office, 3 Days Remote)

Location: Mumbai / Pune, India

Eligible Qualifications

CA / ACCA / CMA / MBA (from a reputed institution)

Sector Exposure Required

• Diversified Manufacturing
• Consumer & FMCG
• Metals & Mining
• Engineering & Industrial Products
• Capital Goods / Process Industries

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit engagements for large domestic and multinational clients.
• Plan, execute, and review risk-based internal audits, operational audits, and process reviews.
• Evaluate internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes across client organizations.
• Identify control gaps and provide practical, value-driven recommendations to improve business processes.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Lead, mentor, and review the work of team members and junior managers to ensure quality delivery.
• Support proposal development, engagement scoping, and practice-building initiatives.
• Stay updated on regulatory developments, industry risks, emerging audit standards, and best practices.
• Contribute to thought leadership, internal knowledge sharing, and capability building within the practice.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit and Risk Advisory.
• Mandatory: Prior experience with Big 4 / Big 6 consulting or audit firms.
• Strong background in risk-based internal audits, operational audits, and process reviews.
• Deep understanding of internal controls, SOX / IFC compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks.
• Proven experience conducting audits in manufacturing, industrial, or allied sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder management, client-facing, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring capabilities.
• High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to deliver practical, actionable insights.
• Proficiency in audit tools, MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), and report writing.

Application Process

• Fill out the Google Form shared by us.
• Prescreening conducted by our team.
• Shortlisted profiles reviewed by the client; approved candidates are contacted for interviews and next stages.
• 3 to 4 interview rounds (a mix of technical and managerial).
• Final discussion and offer.