Senior Manager-Compliance and Audit

Position Overview

The Sr. Manager – Compliance & Audit will be responsible for leading statutory compliance, internal audits, financial governance, risk management, and regulatory adherence across the organization and its projects. The role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong expertise in audit processes, financial controls, statutory regulations, and compliance management, preferably with exposure to CSR, development sector, consulting, or multi-project organizations.

The candidate will work closely with finance, legal, program, and leadership teams to ensure operational transparency, compliance excellence, and robust financial governance systems.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Management

● Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements applicable to the organization.

● Monitor and manage compliance related to Companies Act, CSR regulations, taxation, labor laws, GST, TDS, PF, ESI, and other applicable laws.

● Develop and implement compliance frameworks, SOPs, and internal control mechanisms.

● Maintain compliance calendars and ensure timely filings, renewals, and statutory submissions.

● Coordinate with external consultants, auditors, and regulatory authorities as required.

Audit & Financial Governance

● Lead internal and external audit processes for the organization and CSR projects.

● Conduct periodic compliance audits and risk assessments across departments and projects.

● Review financial systems, accounting practices, and internal controls to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.

● Ensure audit observations are addressed and closed within defined timelines.

● Support management in strengthening governance and accountability mechanisms.

Risk Management & Controls

● Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.

● Establish strong internal control systems for financial transactions and project expenditures.

● Monitor adherence to donor, CSR partner, and grant compliance requirements.

● Ensure proper documentation and record maintenance for audits and regulatory inspections.

Financial Review & Reporting

● Review financial statements, MIS reports, utilization reports, and project financial documentation.

● Support budgeting, financial planning, and fund utilization monitoring from a compliance perspective.

● Prepare audit summaries, compliance dashboards, and management reports for leadership review.

● Provide strategic recommendations for improving financial efficiency and compliance processes.

Stakeholder Coordination

● Liaise with finance teams, project teams, legal advisors, auditors, and CSR partners.

● Support due diligence processes and compliance reviews for new projects and partnerships.

● Guide teams on compliance requirements, documentation standards, and financial governance practices.

● Conduct periodic trainings and awareness sessions on compliance and audit processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

● Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

● Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in compliance, audit, finance governance, or risk management.

● Strong understanding of statutory compliance, taxation, audit procedures, and financial controls.

● Experience in handling audits for multi-location or project-based organizations will be preferred.

● Exposure to CSR, NGO, consulting, or development sector organizations is an added advantage.

● Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

● Proficiency in MS Excel, accounting systems, and financial MIS reporting.

● Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Skills

● Knowledge of CSR compliance frameworks and donor reporting standards.

● Ability to manage multiple audits and compliance requirements simultaneously.

● Strong attention to detail and process orientation.

● High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.

● Experience in policy development and process improvement initiatives.

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹95,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person