Audit - Internal Audit -Manager

Audit Team Overview: 
KKR is seeking Manager/Senior Manager with 8-11 years’ industry experience to join the Gurugram Internal Audit team. The Internal Audit team is responsible for providing global oversight of the KKR brand across all business lines, support functions, and regions. Internal Audit partners with key internal and external stakeholders to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value, protect the firm, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of KKR’s internal control environment and operational processes. A successful candidate will have the ability to execute audit projects, assess risk, determine root causes, recommend solutions, and build strong relationships across all levels of seniority within the firm. This candidate will also have the opportunity to build the Global Internal Audit Teams’ Practices department – a team dedicated to internal quality control and adherence to the Global Institute of Internal Auditor Standards (IIA Standards). 

The position is based in the Gurugram office, with the local team reporting into the Head of APAC Internal Audit located in Hong Kong. KKR's Gurugram office provides best-in-class services and solutions to our internal stakeholders and clients, drives organization-wide process efficiency and transformation, and reflects KKR's global culture and values of teamwork and innovation. The office contains multifunctional business capabilities and is integral in furthering the growth and transformation of KKR.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead and oversee the execution of local and global internal audits, including risk assessment and testing the design and operating effectiveness of financial, operational, regulatory, and IT controls.
•    Drive the development and execution of the Internal Audit Practices program, including quality assurance reviews and reporting to the Global Practices Lead.
•    Manage audits and reviews in accordance with India’s regulatory regimes (e.g., RBI Act, Companies Act 2013, Income Tax Act, Labor Laws) and ensure alignment with global internal audit methodology.
•    Partner with leadership on consulting engagements and ad hoc projects, offering data-driven insights and solutions.
•    Design and review process narratives, audit programs, risk and control matrices, and test procedures; ensure documentation aligns with internal standards.
•    Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and track corrective action plans in response to audit findings and process improvement opportunities.
•    Preparing and reviewing audit reports and presenting recommended enhancements to Management. 
•    Maintaining awareness and knowledge of regulations in the securities and asset management industries, general accounting principles, internal audit best practices, and best practices common in our businesses
•    Assist with conducting global internal audit reviews across business strategies and business operations
•    Demonstrated ability to work independently and conduct audit fieldwork within defined timelines. Communicate progress and escalate any issues encountered.
Qualifications and Experience:
•    8+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk, or compliance; experience in a Big 4 firm or a financial services company is strongly preferred.
•    Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or similar designation is required; thorough understanding of IIA Standards.
•    Deep understanding of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and financial statement analysis.
•    Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing coaching and ensuring delivery of high-quality audit work within defined timelines.
•    Strong working knowledge of Indian regulatory landscape and familiarity with global financial regulatory expectations with experience with asset management, private equity, or alternative investments 
•    Demonstrated ability to lead audits independently, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes.
•    Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities; ability to assess complex business processes and identify improvement opportunities with excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with audit management tools and data analytics is a plus.