Internal Auditor (Finance)

Fortrea; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking an Internal Auditor in Maharashtra to support global internal audit and SOX programs. The role involves assessing risks, evaluating controls, and collaborating with Finance, HR, IT, and other functions to test controls and document observations.

You will work with global teams to strengthen processes, understand risk management frameworks, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers exposure to diverse processes and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• CA qualification preferred.
• 4–7 years in Internal Audit, External Audit, SOX or Risk Advisory.
• Experience in multinational environments or professional services.
• Knowledge of COSO and risk assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing operational, financial, compliance, and SOX audits per the annual plan.
• Perform walkthroughs to identify risks and document internal control environments.
• Execute testing of key controls and substantive procedures.
• Prepare audit workpapers with procedures, evidence and conclusions.
• Analyze data to identify trends, anomalies, and control gaps.
• Support development of observations and practical recommendations to strengthen processes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to discuss results and remediation actions.
• Track management action plans and validate remediation for findings.
• Support SOX activities including risk assessments and control testing.
• Participate in special projects and risk-focused reviews as assigned.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies and tools.

Skills

COSO framework

SOX compliance

Audit testing

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

CA qualification

Tools

Audit software

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Internal Auditor supports the execution of the Company's global internal audit and SOX compliance programs by assessing risks, evaluating internal controls, and identifying opportunities to strengthen business processes. This role works closely with business and functional stakeholders across Finance, HR, Procurement, IT, Revenue, Treasury, and Operations to perform audit testing, document observations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The position offers exposure to a broad range of financial, operational, compliance, and strategic processes and provides opportunities to collaborate with global teams while developing a strong understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of operational, financial, compliance, and SOX audits in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Perform process walkthroughs to understand business activities, identify key risks, and document internal control environments.
• Execute testing of key controls and substantive audit procedures to evaluate design and operating effectiveness.
• Prepare high-quality audit workpapers that clearly document procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
• Analyze process and transactional data to identify trends, anomalies, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the development of audit observations and practical recommendations to strengthen processes and controls.
• Partner with business stakeholders to obtain information, discuss audit results, and facilitate resolution of identified issues.
• Assist in tracking management action plans and validating remediation efforts for previously identified audit findings.
• Support SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, walkthroughs, control testing, deficiency evaluation, and documentation.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, advisory engagements, and risk-focused reviews as assigned.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of audit methodologies, templates, and tools.
• Stay informed of emerging risks, industry practices, regulatory requirements, and internal audit standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 4 to 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, SOX Compliance, Risk Advisory, or related fields.
• Experience working in a multinational environment, public accounting firm, or professional services organization is preferred.
• Exposure to internal controls, risk assessments, and audit methodologies.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance requirements and control testing techniques is desirable.
• Experience reviewing financial processes such as Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Payroll, Treasury, or Revenue is beneficial.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO), risk management principles, and auditing standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret data and identify meaningful business insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• Continuous learning mindset with a focus on process improvement and professional development.

Preferred Areas Of Exposure

• SOX Compliance
• Internal Audit
• Enterprise Risk Management

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