Internal Auditor

HITACHI VANTARA INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Befree is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Internal Audit to lead a two-member audit team within its service organization. You will build and execute a robust audit framework, drive process improvements, and ensure end-to-end regulatory compliance.

Hands-on leadership and strong knowledge of Indian taxation and GST are essential. Responsibilities include risk-based planning, SOP development, control design evaluation, and clear reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• CA Inter / CA Final / CMA / MBA (Finance) preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Finance & Accounts or related fields.
• Proven track record of leading audit teams and managing multiple concurrent audits.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct end-to-end process audits across service delivery and support functions.
• Develop, review, and update SOPs across departments; ensure adherence and close gaps.
• Prepare and maintain a risk register; conduct risk-based audit planning; present findings to leadership.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across all functions; remediate weaknesses.
• Ensure compliance with Indian taxation laws including TDS and Income Tax; monitor GST filings and ITC reconciliations.
• Maintain audit documentation and prepare clear internal audit reports with findings and recommendations.

Skills

Process Audits

SOP drafting

Risk Assessment

Internal Controls

Indian Taxation

GST

GSTR filings

ITC reconciliation

e-invoicing

MS Excel

Audit sampling

MIS preparation

Education

CA Inter / CA Final / CMA / MBA (Finance)

B.Com / M.Com

Tools

Tally ERP 9

SAP FICO

Job description

About us:

Befree is a globally trusted provider of accounting and finance offshoring solutions. We blend industry expertise with technology and automation to deliver customised, scalable support for businesses worldwide. Headquartered in Gandhinagar, with clients across Australia, the UK, the US, we help practices and businesses enhance efficiency, productivity, and continuity through skilled and certified professionals delivering world‑class services. Our delivery centres across 10 cities in India serve as the backbone of our global service delivery network.

Role: Internal Audit

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Internal Audit to lead a two-member internal audit team within our service organization. The incumbent will be responsible for building and executing a robust audit framework, driving process improvements, and ensuring end‑to‑end compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. This role requires hands‑on leadership, strong knowledge of Indian taxation and GST, and the ability to translate audit findings into actionable business improvements.

Responsibilities

Process Audit

• Plan and conduct end‑to‑end process audits across all service delivery and support functions.
• Map existing processes, identify deviations from defined workflows, and highlight inefficiencies.
• Recommend process re‑engineering measures and verify implementation of agreed changes.

SOP Implementation & Review

• Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments.
• Verify adherence to SOPs through periodic walkthroughs and surprise audits.
• Work with department heads to close gaps between documented procedures and actual practices.

Risk Assessment

• Prepare and maintain a risk register covering financial, operational, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Conduct risk‑based audit planning — prioritizing high‑risk areas for deeper scrutiny.
• Present risk assessment results and mitigation plans to leadership quarterly.

Internal Controls

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across all functions.
• Identify control weaknesses and work with process owners to design and implement stronger controls.
• Follow up on all audit action points to ensure timely remediation.

Compliance – Indian Taxation & GST

• Ensure adherence to all applicable Indian taxation laws including Income Tax (TDS, advance tax, etc.).
• Monitor GST compliance — return filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9), reconciliations, and ITC claims.
• Review vendor and client contracts for tax implications and flag non‑compliances proactively.
• Stay updated on changes in GST, Income Tax, and other relevant laws applicable to the service sector.

Audit Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive audit working papers, evidence files, and documentation in line with best practices.
• Prepare clear, concise internal audit reports with findings, root cause analysis, risk ratings, and recommendations.
• Maintain an audit tracker to monitor status of all open and closed observations.
• Ensure audit documentation is audit‑ready for external auditors, management, or regulatory reviews at all times.

Qualifications and Experience

CA Inter / CA Final / CMA / MBA (Finance) – preferred. B.Com / M.Com graduates with strong relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience 2 to 4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Finance & Accounts, or related fields. Prior experience in a service industry organization is strongly preferred. Proven track record of leading audit teams and managing multiple concurrent audit assignments.

Technical Skills

Solid understanding of Process Audits, SOP drafting, Risk Assessment, and Internal Controls. Hands‑on knowledge of Indian Taxation – TDS, Income Tax Act, and related compliances. Strong working knowledge of GST – GSTR filings, ITC reconciliation, and e‑invoicing. Proficient in Tally ERP 9, SAP FICO, or similar accounting/ERP systems. Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis, audit sampling, and MIS preparation.

Job Location, Work Timings and Work Model:

• Gandhinagar
• Full time
• 7.30 am to 4.30 pm IST (1st,3rd,5th Saturday off)