Job Description – Internal Auditor
Position: Internal AuditorDepartment: Internal Audit / FinanceReports To: Managing Director / Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Job Summary
The Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting independent audits across all restaurant outlets and corporate offices to ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, statutory requirements, and operational standards. The role focuses on identifying risks, preventing fraud, improving operational efficiency, and safeguarding company assets.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct scheduled and surprise audits of restaurant outlets.
Verify daily sales, cash collections, bank deposits, and POS transactions.
Audit inventory of food, beverages, liquor, packaging materials, and other assets.
Review purchase procedures, vendor payments, and stock movements.
Verify payroll, attendance, overtime, and employee records.
Ensure compliance with company SOPs, financial controls, and statutory regulations.
Identify fraud, theft, pilferage, revenue leakage, and policy violations.
Review food cost, beverage cost, wastage, and inventory variances.
Prepare detailed audit reports with observations and recommendations.
Monitor implementation of corrective actions by outlet management.
Support management during external and statutory audits.
Recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
Maintain confidentiality of all audit findings and company information.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
CA Inter, CMA, CIA, or equivalent qualification is an advantage.
10+ years of internal audit experience, preferably in the restaurant, hospitality, retail, or FMCG industry.
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
Experience with POS systems, inventory management, and ERP software.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong report-writing and communication skills.
Ability to travel frequently to restaurant outlets.
Honest, independent, and able to handle confidential information.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Completion of planned audits on schedule.
Reduction in audit observations and repeat findings.
Improvement in compliance across outlets.
Reduction in inventory losses and cash discrepancies.
Timely submission of audit reports and follow-up actions.
Work Location: Corporate Office with regular travel to all restaurant outlets.
Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹90,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
