Associate Director – Internal Audit | Controls Assurance | Chennai | Deloitte India
Job Description
Summary
Step into a high-impact leadership role as an Associate Director – Internal Audit with Deloitte India in Chennai. This opportunity places you at the forefront of internal auditing, risk advisory, and controls assurance consulting. Lead large-scale audit engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and influence key decision-making processes for some of India’s most respected clients. Ideal for professionals with 8+ years of post-qualification experience in risk management, compliance, and internal controls, this role offers a unique platform to grow your consulting career while delivering strategic impact.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Associate Director – Internal Audit |
|---|---|
| Department | Risk Advisory – Controls Assurance |
| Location | Chennai, India |
| Shift Type | Full-Time, Regular Shift |
| Experience Required | 8+ years post-qualification experience |
| Education | CA / MBA / BBM / BBA / B.Com |
| Certifications (Preferred) | CPA, CIA, CISA, ACCA, CMA, CFE |
| Team Management Size | 6–10 members |
| Travel Requirements | Frequent / Occasional (Client Locations) |
| Work Mode | Hybrid |
| Job Requisition ID | 78444 |
Key Responsibilities
As an Internal Audit Associate Director, you will:
- Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit and risk advisory engagements.
- Supervise large teams across audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments.
- Design and implement internal control frameworks aligned with regulatory guidelines.
- Drive business process reviews and deliver high-impact insights to clients.
- Utilize advanced tools and techniques to analyze organizational risks and operational inefficiencies.
- Guide clients through risk management, governance, and internal audit transformation.
- Prepare, review, and deliver client reports, audit documentation, and presentations.
- Participate in proposal development and pre-sales efforts for business growth.
- Establish strong client relationships with a focus on exceeding expectations.
Required Skills & Competencies
To thrive in this internal audit leadership role, you should possess:
- Deep understanding of internal audit procedures, control testing, and risk-based auditing.
- Strong command over risk frameworks such as COSO, SOX, and ISO standards.
- Proven ability to handle client engagement management and deliverable quality.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to manage project economics, timelines, and quality assurance.
- Expertise in business development, proposal creation, and stakeholder management.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
- Familiarity with data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, ACL, etc.) is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA (Tier 1/Tier 2 institutes).
- Bachelor’s degree in BBM, BBA, or B.Com.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, ACCA, or CMA.
- Demonstrated experience leading engagements for large enterprises.
- Experience working in Big 4 or top-tier consulting firms preferred.
Why Join Deloitte India?
- Work with globally recognized clients and industry leaders.
- Be part of a high-performance team within Deloitte’s Risk Advisory practice.
- Flexible hybrid work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
- Access world-class learning and development opportunities, including Deloitte University.
- Enjoy inclusive policies that support diversity, well-being, and career ownership.
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