Audit Manager

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 100000 - Rs 500000 (ie INR 1-5 LPA)

Experience: 5+ yrs

Location: Hyderabad

Jobtype: full-time

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Audit Manager to lead and manage audit engagements, financial reviews, compliance processes, and risk assessment activities. This role is ideal for a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong expertise in audit management, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, maintaining compliance with statutory regulations, and driving process improvements across audit functions. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple audit assignments efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

This opportunity is well-suited for professionals who thrive in dynamic business environments and can independently manage end-to-end audit operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage internal and external audit engagements across multiple business functions
• Plan, execute, and oversee audit assignments while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Review financial statements, accounting records, and operational processes to identify risks and improvement opportunities
• Evaluate internal controls, financial systems, and compliance frameworks to ensure operational effectiveness
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend corrective actions to strengthen governance and financial controls
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants, finance teams, and management for smooth audit execution
• Ensure timely completion of statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and compliance reviews
• Prepare audit reports, management observations, and actionable recommendations for leadership teams
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, accounting standards, and corporate policies
• Support financial due diligence, reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process enhancements for better compliance and reporting accuracy
• Guide and mentor junior audit and finance team members
• Manage stakeholder communication and provide regular updates on audit findings, compliance risks, and action plans
• Ensure proper documentation, audit trails, and maintenance of financial records
• Stay updated with changing accounting regulations, taxation laws, and auditing standards

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with strong expertise in audit and financial compliance
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in audit management, financial reporting, or assurance functions
• Strong understanding of auditing standards, accounting principles, taxation, and regulatory compliance
• Proven experience handling statutory audits, internal audits, and financial risk assessments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and meet strict deadlines effectively
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, governance frameworks, and compliance processes
• Experience working with accounting systems, ERP platforms, and audit documentation tools
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Leadership capabilities with experience mentoring teams and managing cross-functional coordination
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced and dynamic business environments
• Strong documentation, reporting, and presentation skills