Internal Audit Specialist

Accenture PLC; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist based in Bengaluru to participate in forming and executing risk-based audit plans across revenue recognition, contract accounting, compliance, fraud, operations and outsourcing. The role covers end-to-end audit execution and reporting, with emphasis on leveraging data analytics and modern audit methodologies.

The ideal candidate is a Chartered Accountant with 5–6 years of post-qualification audit experience and may hold CIA or CFE certification.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with 5-6 years post-qualification audit experience.
• CIA or CFE certification is preferred.
• Experience in global/large organizational audits is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Form and execute risk-based audit plan; report results to leadership and Audit Committee.
• Conduct audits focusing on revenue recognition, contract accounting, compliance, fraud, operations and outsourcing.
• Lead end-to-end audit execution: planning, fieldwork, documentation, meetings, reporting and follow-ups.
• Leverage data analytics and automation to enhance risk coverage and audit quality.
• Advise partners to identify and manage risk in new technologies and initiatives.
• Identify IT-related control risks and develop audit procedures; collaborate with IT to improve methodologies.
• Participate in annual risk assessment and provide recommendations for audit selection.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Audit experience

CIA or CFE

IT audit knowledge

Data analytics in audits

Education

Chartered Accountant

Job description

Job Title - Internal Audit Specialist

Management Level : 09 - Specialist

Location: Bangalore

Must have skills: Chartered Accountant with Internal or external audit experience

Good to have skills: Certifications - CIA or CFE

Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience is required

Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant

Job Summary:

As the Internal Audit Specialist at Accenture, you will participate in formation and execution of risk-based audit plan, conduct audits in emerging risk areas such as revenue recognition, contract accounting, compliance, fraud, operations, and outsourcing, and report findings to leadership and the Audit Committee. This role entails end-to-end audit execution including planning, fieldwork, workpaper documentation, leading audit meetings, reporting, and follow-ups; ensuring that methodologies governing internal audits are followed. You will participate in operational excellence initiatives, maintain current technical skills through training, foster trust and collaboration with clients and team members, stay updated on company policies and industry developments, and work with multinational team across various time zones.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Participate in the formation and execution of the risk-based audit plan, reporting results to Accenture Leadership and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Conduct a wide-ranging scope of audits with an emphasis on assessing emerging areas of risk including revenue recognition, contract accounting, compliance, fraud, operations and outsourcing.
• Responsible for end-to-end audit execution including planning, fieldwork, workpaper documentation, leading audit meetings, reporting, and follow-ups; ensuring that methodologies governing internal audits are followed.
• Leverage the power of advanced data analytics and latest automation techniques to achieve comprehensive risk coverage and deliver high-quality audit results.
• Through advisory services, work with our business partners to help them proactively identify and manage risk in new technologies, new go-to-market offerings, and critical corporate initiatives.
• Identifies key risks around IT-related controls and develop appropriate audit procedures to address them. Additionally, collaborate with analytics and IT teams to enhance existing audit methodologies to achieve risk-based audit coverage.
• Identifies fraud risks and prepares appropriate audit procedures to mitigate these risks.
• Participates in the annual risk assessment process by collating information required and provides recommendations for audit selection.
• Shape the future of the Accenture Internal Audit through involvement in operational excellence and best practice initiatives.
• Ensure technical skill set and business acumen stay current and relevant through participation in our robust training program.
• Through interaction with clients auditees and team members, develop strong professional relationships that foster trust and collaboration.
• Keep abreast of company policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions.
• Work with a multinational team and flexibility to work across time zones.

Professional & Technical Skills:

• Chartered Accountant with 5 to 6 years of post-qualification experience in external or internal auditing, preferably in Big 4 or a global organization. Additional relevant professional or technical certifications (e.g. CIA or CFE) is preferred.
• A comprehensive understanding of the Global Internal Audit Standards and leading internal audit practices.
• Understanding of IT general controls and ability to conduct IT audits for assigned engagements.
• Industry or sector experience preferred.
• Highly motivated and self-driven with limited guidance from the supervisor.
• Experience in leveraging advanced data analytics in all phases of the audit lifecycle.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of financial, operational, compliance, and systems auditing techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication, report drafting, and presentation skills, and proficiency with the English language.
• Ability to think outside the box and challenge the status quo.
• Must be able to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with flexibility to adjust to time zones across APAC, Europe, and the U.S.
• Readiness for domestic and international travel, as and when required.

Additional Information:

This position is based at our Bengaluru office.