Sr. Associate (Internal Audit Services) | PwC

Sr. Associate (Internal Audit Services) | PwC

Company: PwC

Position Title: Sr. Associate – Internal Audit – Advisory

Location: Bangalore, Mumbai, Gurgaon, Kolkata

Openings: 50 Positions

Experience Required: 1.5 – 4 years (2 – 6 years accepted as per role)

Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Only

Budget: Up to ₹6.5 LPA

About the Role

We are looking for talented professionals with a strong background in Internal Audit / Process Audit to join PwC’s Internal Audit Services team. As a Sr. Associate, you will work closely with clients across multiple industries, driving internal audit engagements, ensuring compliance, and strengthening internal controls.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to grow their career in risk advisory, process improvement, and audit consulting with one of the world’s leading consulting firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Internal Audit / Process Audit engagements, applying structured methodologies and frameworks.
• Assess and test controls aligned with the COSO Framework and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements.
• Evaluate business processes, sub-processes, and activities to identify risk areas and control gaps.
• Demonstrate understanding of internal control concepts (Preventive, Detective, and Anti-Fraud Controls).
• Work in ERP / IT systems environments to validate process controls.
• Apply knowledge of relevant laws and regulations (e.g., Income Tax Act 1967, Companies Act 1956, Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, etc.).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to discuss findings and propose actionable recommendations.
• Prepare audit documentation, client deliverables, and status reports.
• Guide and support associates/specialists in audit assignments when required.
• Work on GRC tools/APM systems for monitoring and reporting.
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Mandatory Skills

• Strong expertise in Internal Audit concepts, methodology, and execution

Preferred Skills

• Internal Audit experience across industries such as:
• Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT)
• Manufacturing, Retail, FMCG, Pharma, Hospitality
• Energy, Power, Mining, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure
• IT/ITES, Healthcare
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-interaction skills.
• Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment will be an advantage.

Educational Qualifications

• Preferred: MBA / CA
• Acceptable: ACCA, Semi-Qualified CA, B.Com, or other relevant graduates
• Note: Fully Qualified CA candidates will not be considered.