Explore Internal Audit as a Career – 1:1 with CA with Mayank Makharia

Thinking about a career in Internal Audit but not sure what it actually involves day-to-day? This 1:1 call is for students and freshers who want clarity before they commit — no jargon, just an honest picture from someone who's lived it.

In this call, I'll help you understand:

• What Internal Audit actually is, and how it's different from Statutory/Tax Audit
• What a typical IA career path and job profile looks like — from Article Assistant to Audit Manager and beyond
• The core skills and mindset recruiters and companies look for in IA candidates
• How to build relevant experience and certifications (Power BI, SQL, risk frameworks) even as a fresher
• What a real day in the life of an internal auditor looks like across industries like manufacturing and steel
• Answers to any specific questions you have about breaking into the field

A bit about me: I'm a Chartered Accountant with 5+ years in Management Assurance and Internal Audit across JSW Steel, Aditya Birla Group and Tata Steel. I remember exactly what it felt like to be unsure about this path early on — happy to help you get clarity.

Come with your questions — we'll use the time to address what matters most to you.