Manager-Internal Audit

JAKSON Group; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The JAKSON Group is seeking a Manager – Internal Audit to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls across renewable energy operations including solar, wind, hybrid and EPC projects. The role involves audits, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across multiple locations.

You will lead risk-based planning, test ERP controls (SAP/Oracle), collaborate with finance, operations, procurement and legal teams, and report findings to senior management and Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• CA or MBA (Finance) required.
• 7–10 years in internal audit, risk or compliance.
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, power, or EPC preferred.
• Exposure to multi-location/project-based audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Conduct operational, financial, project, and compliance audits.
• Test internal controls, processes, and ERP IT controls.
• Visit plants and sites for audit reviews.
• Document risks and support ERM initiatives.
• Prepare audit findings for senior management and Audit Committee.

Skills

Audit standards knowledge

Risk management

Controls understanding

ERP systems SAP/Oracle

MS Office proficiency

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) / MBA (Finance)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

The Manager – Internal Audit will be responsible for supporting the internal audit function across renewable energy operations, including solar, wind, hybrid, and EPC projects. The role ensures strong governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to support sustainable business growth.

Job Requirements

The Manager – Internal Audit will be responsible for supporting the internal audit function across renewable energy operations, including solar, wind, hybrid, and EPC projects. The role ensures strong governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to support sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance

• Prepare the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Conduct operational, financial, project, and compliance audits.
• Test internal controls, processes, and systems for effectiveness.
• Conduct reviews project costs, CAPEX, OPEX, and vendor contracts.
• Visit plants & sites for audit reviews.

Risk Management & Governance

• Document financial, operational, regulatory, and project-related risks.
• Support enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives.
• Conduct investigations for fraud risks, when required.

Compliance & Regulatory

• Test compliance with statutory, regulatory, and industry requirements.
• Conduct reviews for adherence to renewable energy policies, PPAs, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct reviews for compliance with ESG and sustainability reporting norms.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Prepare draft reports for process improvements and cost optimization initiatives.
• Identify gaps in internal control systems and SOPs.
• Support automation and digitization of audit processes.
• Test ERP systems and IT controls.

Stakeholder Management

• Prepare audit findings summary for senior management and Audit Committee.
• Follow up on audit observations and closure of action items.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, procurement, and legal teams.

Key Areas of Audit Coverage

• Project Development & EPC
• Power Generation & O&M
• Procurement & Vendor Management
• Revenue & PPA Management
• Treasury & Funding
• Inventory & Asset Management
• Statutory & Tax Compliance
• IT & Cyber Controls
• ESG & Sustainability Reporting

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA) / MBA (Finance)

Experience

• Additional certifications (CIA, CISA, Risk Management) preferred
• 7–10 years of experience in internal audit, risk, or compliance
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, power, or EPC sectors preferred
• Exposure to multi-location/project-based audits

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of audit standards, risk frameworks, and controls
• Understanding of renewable energy operations and regulations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation and report-writing abilities
• High integrity and ethical standards
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and MS Office
• Stakeholder management skills