Senior Analyst/Analyst

PKF SRIDHAR & SANTHANAM LLP; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP is seeking motivated IT Audit professionals to join our IT Audit practice in Chennai. The role involves ITGC/ITAC testing, ERP audits (SAP), and IT risk and compliance engagements across diverse industries.

The candidate will perform ITGC reviews, ITAC testing, and support IT SOX/IFC-IT engagements, while contributing to risk assessments and client reporting. 1–3 years of IT audit experience and professional qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• CA / MBA / BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent qualification.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT Audit or related areas.
• Exposure to IT risk advisory and technology risk consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) reviews covering User Access Management, Change Management, IT Operations, and Backup & Recovery.
• Execute IT Application Controls (ITAC) testing and reviews.
• Support IT SOX and IFC-IT control testing engagements.
• Participate in ERP audits covering SAP and other enterprise applications.
• Conduct IT Risk Assessments, IT Compliance Reviews, and support Cybersecurity Assessments.
• Identify control gaps and recommend remediation measures.
• Prepare audit documentation, workpapers, and client reports.
• Participate in client discussions, walkthroughs, and stakeholder meetings.
• Support engagement planning, execution, and reporting activities.

Skills

ITGC & ITAC testing

IT SOX/IFC-IT testing

ERP audits (SAP)

IT risk & compliance concepts

COBIT & ISO 27001

Education

CA / MBA / BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP Audits (SAP) tools

Job description

We are looking for motivated professionals to join our IT Audit practice. The role involves working on IT audits, ERP reviews, IT controls testing, compliance assessments, and technology risk engagements across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) reviews covering User Access Management, Change Management, IT Operations, and Backup & Recovery.
• Execute IT Application Controls (ITAC) testing and reviews.
• Support IT SOX and IFC-IT control testing engagements.
• Participate in ERP audits covering SAP and other enterprise applications.
• Conduct IT Risk Assessments, IT Compliance Reviews, and support Cybersecurity Assessments.
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical remediation measures.
• Prepare audit documentation, workpapers, and client reports.
• Participate in client discussions, walkthroughs, and stakeholder meetings.
• Support engagement planning, execution, and reporting activities.
• CA / MBA / BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent qualification.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT Audit, Information Systems Audit, IT Risk Advisory, Technology Risk Consulting, or related areas.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in ITGC, ITAC, IT SOX / IFC-IT Testing, and ERP Audits (SAP preferred)
• Understanding of IT Compliance and Risk Assessment concepts
• Knowledge of COBIT and ISO 27001 frameworks
• CISA (Certified or Pursuing) will be an added advantage

Desired Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to work in a client-facing environment and manage multiple assignments.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the IT Audit domain.

Preferred: Immediate joiners or candidates serving short notice.

About us

PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP is an independent networking firm and an exclusive member in India for PKF International providing local expertise in accounting and business advisory services across the Globe.

Life at PKF S&S LLP

We value our people with high regards and strongly believe in one family approach with an inclusive culture and nonhierarchical environment. With some of the best minds in the industry from different walks of life, we believe in mentoring and building fellow professionals through constant training programs and by embracing diverse frame of mind. As a part of PKF, you will have a chance to build the best professional version of you under the guidance of unique and established professionals, while we also count on your contributions to the constant firm building activities.