Internal Audit Manager

Role Overview Vachher and Associates is a globally operating professional services firm with expertise in compliance, taxation, corporate structuring, and cross-border advisory for clients across India, Singapore, UAE, and the USA. The Internal Audit Manager will lead end-to-end internal audit functions, evaluating the effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls across practice areas and client engagements. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai offering a high-impact opportunity within a growing international firm. Key Responsibilities - Plan and execute internal audits covering financial, operational, and compliance domains across firm and client engagements - Conduct risk assessments, design audit scopes, and test internal controls for adequacy and effectiveness - Document audit findings and prepare clear, actionable reports for management and stakeholders - Collaborate with finance, accounting, and compliance teams to identify process gaps and recommend practical improvements - Monitor implementation of corrective actions arising from audit findings - Review financial statements, ledgers, and transaction records to ensure regulatory and policy adherence - Support external audit processes and develop reusable audit methodologies and templates - Mentor and guide junior audit team members and contribute to continuous improvement of the internal control environment Required Qualifications - Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, or CMA; CIA or other audit certifications are an added advantage - Proven experience planning and executing financial audits, preferably in professional services, consulting, or regulated industries - Strong foundation in finance and accounting including financial statement review, ledger analysis, and reconciliations - Hands-on experience with internal control design, testing, documentation, and remediation - Strong analytical skills including risk assessment, data interpretation, and problem-solving for complex audit scenarios - Good understanding of Indian regulatory requirements; exposure to multi-jurisdictional environments is a plus - Excellent communication and report-writing skills with the ability to present findings clearly to senior stakeholders - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a collaborative on-site team environment Why Join Us Vachher and Associates offers a dynamic environment where you will work on complex, multi-geography engagements alongside seasoned professionals in taxation, compliance, and corporate advisory. This role provides a strong platform for career growth within a firm that values integrity, precision, and client-focused excellence.

- CA, CPA, CMA or equivalent professional qualification - CIA certification or equivalent audit credential preferred - Experience in internal audits within professional services or regulated industries - Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies - Proficiency in financial statement review, ledger analysis, and reconciliations - Familiarity with Indian regulatory and compliance requirements - Exposure to cross-border or multi-jurisdictional audit environments is a plus - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing - Ability to mentor junior team members and manage audit engagements independently

- Opportunity to work on cross-border and multi-jurisdictional engagements - Collaborative and professional work environment - Career growth within a globally operating advisory firm - Exposure to diverse client segments including startups, family offices, NRIs, and global corporates