Manager – Internal Audit in New Delhi | Room to Read

Room to Read

Room to Read believes that world change starts with educated children. Founded in 2000, it works towards a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where every child has room to read, learn and grow. Its literacy work trains and coaches early grade teachers, publishes quality books in local languages, and sets up children's libraries stocked with books children want to read. Its gender equality work supports adolescents, especially girls, to build life skills, stay in learning and make their own informed decisions.

Role

The Manager, Internal Audit sits within the Finance and Legal Department and is based in Delhi. This is an assurance and advisory role. You will check that systems and processes are working as they should, spot where they can be stronger, support good governance, and confirm that all Room to Read entities and Global Project Partners are following organisational policy and local law. The work is practical and people facing: you will plan and run audits, write reports that managers can act on, follow up until the actions actually happen, and use audit technology to widen what an audit can cover.

Responsibilities

• Develop draft annual internal audit plans using audit software, covering planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow up, in line with professional standards.
• Conduct internal audits that evaluate how well controls, risk management, operations and governance processes are working.
• Collect, analyse and interpret data from different systems and sources to spot trends, patterns, exceptions and useful insights for sample selection.
• Assess the reliability of financial and management information, the safeguarding of assets, and compliance with organisational policy and local regulations.
• Support investigations into possible fraud or financial irregularities when management asks for it.
• Prepare clear, short and timely draft audit reports that share findings and practical recommendations with management.
• Track agreed management action plans in the audit software and monitor whether they are being carried out.
• Build periodic reports on the status of action plans and overall internal audit activity.
• Run continuous system based audits and produce quarterly reports using the Finance and Accounting systems.
• Gain a deep understanding of the compliance monitoring system and the processes behind it.
• Lead, supervise and mentor other auditors taking part in an audit.
• Collaborate with focal points in audited entities to understand their operations and control environment.
• Build strong working relationships with management teams, process owners, external auditors, service providers and consultants.
• Pursue professional development, learn other automated systems in the organisation, and share what you learn with colleagues.
• Take on other duties assigned from time to time by the Supervisor and the Vice President Finance.

Requirements

• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CA (Chartered Accountant), CISA (Certified Information System Auditor) or Cost Accountant.
• 6-7 years of work experience, with 3-4 years in internal auditing.
• Strong understanding of internal audit standards, accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in using audit software.
• Proficiency in data analysis, system audit and data visualisation.
• Experience carrying out audit plans and evaluating internal control systems.
• Ability to write clear, short and timely audit reports.
• Strong spoken and written communication, including interviewing skills, to work with stakeholders at every level.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Comfort working on your own and as part of a team.
• Strong ethical standards and a serious commitment to confidentiality.
• Skill in planning and project management, and the ability to stay calm under pressure while meeting several deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel often.
• Ability to adapt as regulations and industry practice change.
• Strong appreciation of cultural sensitivity and diversity.
• Commitment to Room to Read's Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy.
• Preferred: strong interpersonal skills, an advanced degree or certification in AI, Project Management, IT Audits, Risk Management or a related field, knowledge of ERP systems and data analytics, working knowledge of financial analytics techniques, excellent attention to detail with large data sets, and experience working or volunteering with a non-profit.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with excellent benefits.
• A chance to be part of an innovative, meaningful and fast growing organisation that is changing lives through literacy and gender equality in education.
• Exposure to audits across multiple entities and countries, which broadens your professional range.
• Support for professional development through internal and external training.
• Lead auditor responsibility, with the chance to mentor and grow a team.
• A workplace committed to equal opportunity and to developing leaders from diverse backgrounds.

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