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Experience:
4–5 years
Industry Preference:
Retail
Role highlights:
Lead store & process audits
Strengthen risk & internal controls
Use data analytics (Excel, Power BI, SQL)
Manage a team of 8–10
Role Summary
Candidate will support the Governance, Risk, and Compliance framework of the organization with a strong focus on internal controls, internal audits, process reviews, and risk monitoring. The role requires prior experience in retail operations, handling a mid-sized team, and strong analytical skills including data analytics for insights generation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support GRC Operations & Internal Audit Execution
• Assist in executing GRC initiatives across business units and retail stores, ensuring adherence to governance and control expectations.
• Coordinate planning, scheduling, documentation, and follow-ups for Internal Audit assignments with internal teams and co-sourced audit partners.
• Perform store audits, process audits, and thematic reviews to evaluate effectiveness.
2. Risk & Internal Controls Management
• Support management in designing and implementing risk management & internal control mechanisms across retail operations, supply chain, finance, store processes, and support functions.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining ICFR/IFC documentation and testing frameworks.
3. Data Analytics & Continuous Monitoring
• Use data analytics (Excel, Power BI, SQL basics preferred) to identify anomalies, trends, and control weaknesses.
• Assist in developing dashboards and reports for continuous monitoring and fraud analytics.
4. Audit Follow-ups & Process Improvements
• Coordinate with process owners to track closure of audit findings and ensure timely implementation of agreed actions.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements in processes, SOPs, and internal audit practices.
5. Team Leadership & Development
• Manage and guide 8–10 team members in audit execution, documentation quality, and usage of IT tools.
• Train the team on soft skills, control testing techniques, and systems such as SAP, POS, Oracle, etc.
6. Stakeholder Management
• Build strong working relationships with functional heads, store teams, and support departments.
• Present key observations and recommendations to senior GRC leadership.
Preferred Skills & Competencies
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management principles, and audit methodologies.
• Ability to communicate audit issues clearly—both verbally and in writing.
• High attention to detail with the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Data-analytics skills (Excel, Power BI; SQL/Python good to have).
• Knowledge of retail business processes, store operations, inventory management, and POS systems.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and guide junior staff.
Qualifications
• Chartered Accountant
• Internal audit certifications (CIA, CISA, CIMA) will be an advantage.
• 4–5 years’ experience in Internal Audit / Risk / Controls / GRC, preferably in Retail.
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