Power BI & Data Analytics - Internal Audit (Automation & Generative AI)

VIAVI Solutions; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions is seeking a seasoned Internal Auditor in Pune to develop and manage internal financial audits while enhancing processes using automation and data analytics. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in Business Intelligence and audit methodologies.

Your role will encompass driving the automation of audit processes, identifying control improvements, and collaborating cross-functionally. This position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree and substantial experience with tools like Power BI, SQL, and AI technologies. Join us to drive innovative auditing approaches!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Business Intelligence and audit methodology.
• Strong experience in data analytics with tools like SQL, Python, Power BI.
• Experience with Generative AI and AI agents.

Responsibilities

• Drive automation of audit processes and enhance audit coverage.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify control improvement opportunities.
• Support advisory engagements in system implementations and tech initiatives.

Skills

Business Intelligence

Data Analytics

Power BI

SQL

Python

Tableau

Generative AI

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Engineering

Tools

UiPath

Blue Prism

Alteryx

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Job description

Summary

Develops and manages internal financial audits. Develops formal reporting system in order to communicate results of audits to management and regulatory compliance agencies, as applicable. Manages the testing and documentation of financial and computer system records for information integrity and transaction accuracy. Reports discrepancies. Ensures that audit issues are well defined and root causes are identified. Trains management and staff to plan, scope, and perform internal audits and risk assessments within established business process controls. Works with management in all areas to define the audit function as it relates to overall business activities. May facilitate work of external auditors during on‑site visits. May require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information systems operations. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Duties & Responsibilities

Power BI & Data Analytics - Internal Audit (Automation, Generative AI & Data Analytics)

• Drive automation of audit processes, including SOX testing, control validation, and workpaper standardization to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Design and implement data analytics solutions to enhance audit coverage and risk identification (e.g., population testing, trend analysis, anomaly detection).
• Identify, evaluate, and pilot emerging AI and automation tools to modernize audit activities, including testing, documentation, and risk assessment.
• Act as a key liaison between Internal Audit, IT, and business functions, ensuring alignment on systems, data, and process understanding.
• Develop and maintain repeatable analytics frameworks, scripts, and dashboards to support continuous auditing and monitoring.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify control improvement opportunities and support remediation efforts.
• Coordinate with external auditors to align on reliance strategies, including the use of analytics and automation.
• Support advisory engagements, particularly for system implementations, process transformations, and tech‑enabled initiatives.
• Review work of team members to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to audit standards.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, particularly in analytics, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to the internal audit transformation roadmap, with a focus on advancing digital, data‑driven, and AI‑enabled capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Data Science, Power BI architecture, development, and administration with 2+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit methodology.
• Strong experience in data analytics within audit (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, or similar tools).
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, and SQL.
• Experience with Tableau dashboard development and visualization.
• Hands‑on experience with Generative AI, AI agents, Claude, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or similar AI platforms.
• Experience with UiPath and/or Blue Prism for RPA development is good to have.
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and workflow automation.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in automation and AI applications in audit (e.g., RPA, machine learning, GenAI tools, process mining).
• Strong business and IT acumen, with the ability to understand end‑to‑end processes, systems architecture, and data flows.
• Highly collaborative, with proven ability to work cross‑functionally with business, IT, and global teams.
• High intellectual curiosity and a proactive mindset to explore, test, and scale emerging tools and technologies.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.
• Track record of applying analytics or automation to solve audit or business problems.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across varying levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Background in Big 4 or consulting preferred.

Location

Pune

Equal Employment Opportunity

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.