We are hiring Internal Audit General Manager/Sr General Manager

Hetero; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hetero, headquartered in Hyderabad, seeks a Head of Internal Audit (GM/Sr.GM level) with CA qualification and progressive experience in audit, risk, or compliance. The role oversees global audit strategy, internal controls, and risk management across manufacturing, R&D, and supply chain.

Deliver end-to-end subsidiary audits, strengthen governance, and lead investigations where needed. Strong data analytics and SAP/ACL experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• CA mandatory; CIA or CISA preferred.
• Deep pharma domain understanding and process awareness.
• Ability to lead audits across manufacturing, R&D, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Audit Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute an annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with global standards and corporate objectives.
• Operational & Plant Audits: Oversee end-to-end audits for manufacturing units, R&D centres, and supply chain operations.
• Subsidiary Audits: End-to-end responsibility for domestic and foreign subsidiaries.
• Governance & Internal Controls: Strengthen IFC and governance framework; ensure robust control design and remediation.
• Fraud & Risk Management: Lead enterprise risk assessments and oversee whistle-blower desk and investigations.
• Stakeholder Management: Advise Audit Committee and Group CFO; present findings and recommendations.

Skills

Pharma domain expertise

Analytical rigour

Ethical leadership

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Tools

SAP

ACL

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Job Description:

Designation: Head of Internal Audit (GM/Sr.GM Level)

Experience: 1520 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance.

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) is typically mandatory. Additional certifications like Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or CISA are highly preferred.

Location: Primarily Hyderabad (Hetero’s headquarters).

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute an annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with global standards and corporate objectives.

Operational & Plant Audits: Oversee end-to-end audits for manufacturing units, R&D centres, and supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with cGMP and other pharma-specific regulations.

Subsidiary Audits – End to end responsibility for internal audits of domestic as well as foreign subsidiaries.

Governance & Internal Controls: Strengthen the Internal Financial Controls (IFC) and governance framework; ensure robust design and remediation of controls across the group.

Fraud & Risk Management: Lead enterprise risk assessments to identify operational, financial, and compliance risks. Oversee the whistle‑blower desk and lead fraud investigations.

Stakeholder Management: Act as a key advisor to the Audit Committee of the Board and the Group CFO; present audit findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Compliance Oversight: Monitor adherence to Ind AS, GST, Income Tax Act, FEMA, and international regulatory standards.

Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing global audit team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous process improvement.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

Pharma Domain Expertise

Deep understanding of pharmaceutical business processes, including manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution.

Analytical Rigour: Proficiency in leveraging data analytics and audit technology (e.g., SAP, ACL) to enhance audit quality.

Ethical Leadership: Strong ethical judgment and the ability to evaluate complex business environments objectively