Internal Auditor

About us:
Befree is a globally trusted provider of accounting and finance offshoring solutions. We blend industry expertise with technology and automation to deliver customised, scalable support for businesses worldwide. Headquartered in Gandhinagar, with clients across Australia, the UK, the US, we help practices and businesses enhance efficiency, productivity, and continuity through skilled
and certified professionals delivering world-class services. Our delivery centres across 10 cities in India serve as the backbone of our global service delivery network.
Role: Internal Audit
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Internal Audit to lead a two-member
internal audit team within our service organization. The incumbent will be responsible for
building and executing a robust audit framework, driving process improvements, and
ensuring end-to-end compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. This
role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of Indian taxation and GST, and the
ability to translate audit findings into actionable business improvements.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Audit Management
● Lead, supervise, and review the daily work of a two-member internal audit team.
● Assign audit engagements, set timelines, and ensure quality of deliverables.
● Mentor team members and support their professional development.
● Report audit status and findings to senior management / CFO on a regular basis
Process Audit
● Plan and conduct end-to-end process audits across all service delivery and support functions.
● Map existing processes, identify deviations from defined workflows, and highlight inefficiencies.
● Recommend process re-engineering measures and verify implementation of agreed changes.
SOP Implementation & Review
● Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments.
● Verify adherence to SOPs through periodic walkthroughs and surprise audits.
● Work with department heads to close gaps between documented procedures and actual practices
Risk Assessment
● Prepare and maintain a risk register covering financial, operational, compliance,
and reputational risks.
● Conduct risk-based audit planning — prioritizing high-risk areas for deeper
scrutiny.
● Present risk assessment results and mitigation plans to leadership quarterly.
Internal Controls
● Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across all functions.
● Identify control weaknesses and work with process owners to design and implement stronger controls.
● Follow up on all audit action points to ensure timely remediation.
Compliance – Indian Taxation & GST
● Ensure adherence to all applicable Indian taxation laws including Income Tax (TDS, advance tax, etc.).
● Monitor GST compliance — return filings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9), reconciliations, and ITC claims.
● Review vendor and client contracts for tax implications and flag non-compliances proactively.
● Stay updated on changes in GST, Income Tax, and other relevant laws applicable to the service sector.
Audit Documentation & Reporting
● Maintain comprehensive audit working papers, evidence files, and documentation in line with best practices.
● Prepare clear, concise internal audit reports with findings, root cause analysis, risk ratings, and recommendations.
● Maintain an audit tracker to monitor status of all open and closed observations.
● Ensure audit documentation is audit-ready for external auditors, management, or regulatory reviews at all times.
Qualifications and Experience
CA Inter / CA Final / CMA / MBA (Finance) – preferred.
B.Com / M.Com graduates with strong relevant experience will also be considered Experience
3 to 4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Finance & Accounts, or related fields.
Prior experience in a service industry organization is strongly preferred.
Proven track record of leading audit teams and managing multiple concurrent
audit assignments.
Technical Skills
Solid understanding of Process Audits, SOP drafting, Risk Assessment, and Internal Controls.
Hands-on knowledge of Indian Taxation – TDS, Income Tax Act, and related compliances.
Strong working knowledge of GST – GSTR filings, ITC reconciliation, and e-invoicing.
Proficient in Tally ERP 9, SAP FICO, or similar accounting/ERP systems.
Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis, audit sampling, and MIS preparation
Job Location, Work Timings and Work Model:
● Gandhinagar
● Full time
● 7.30 am to 4.30 pm IST (1st,3rd,5th Saturday off)

Work arrangement
No