Internal Control Specialist

Lactalis India; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis India is seeking an Associate, Internal Control to strengthen the company's control environment in Chennai. The role focuses on conducting specialized process audits, testing Golden Rules, and investigations to improve compliance and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have an MBA in Finance with 2–3 years in internal control, internal audit, or related fields, plus SAP experience. Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Educational background in finance or accounting with relevant experience.
• 2–3 years of experience in Internal Control, Internal Audit or Forensic Audit; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting and auditing processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized audits and investigations to assess internal processes.
• Identify risks and recommend improvements to strengthen control systems.
• Test Golden Rules and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Auditing processes

Analytical mindset

Communication & reporting

Education

MBA in Finance

Tools

SAP Environment

Job description

Job Description: Internal Control Specialist

Position: Associate, Internal Control

Department: Internal Control

Job Purpose

The Associate will be responsible for strengthening the company's internal control systems. This role focuses on conducting specialized process audits, testing of Golden Rules, and investigations to ensure compliance, identify risks, and improve efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized audits and investigations to assess internal processes.
• Identify risks and recommend improvements to strengthen control systems.
• Test the Golden Rules and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Educational Qualifications: Required MBA (Finance) or other relevant experience.

Experience: 2-3 years of experience in Internal Control, Internal Audit and/or Forensic Audit, Accounts or Statutory Audit; Experience in SAP Environment.

Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting, and auditing processes; analytical mindset; ability to design and implement robust control frameworks; proficiency in monitoring audit recommendations; strong communication and reporting skills.

Personal Attributes

Detail-oriented and organized.

Proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.

Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making ability.

English proficiency is required; preference will also be given to Tamil and Telugu speaking candidates.