Job Title: Internal Auditor – Hotel Properties

Organization: Moustache

Location: Jaipur (Corporate Office)

Department: Audit & Compliance

Work Mode: On-site | 6 Days Working

About Moustache

Moustache is one of India’s leading experiential hospitality brands, redefining travel through its network of hostels, resorts, and boutique stays across vibrant destinations. We curate experiences that blend comfort, adventure, and community — making travel more immersive and memorable.

As we continue expanding our footprint, we’re looking for a B2B Sales Executive who can help strengthen our partnerships with travel agents, corporate clients, and institutional partners to drive bookings and brand visibility.

Role Overview

The Internal Auditor will be responsible for independently reviewing financial operations, internal controls, revenue processes, inventories, and compliance practices across Moustache hotel properties. The role ensures that each unit adheres to company policies, statutory requirements, brand standards, and industry best practices while proactively identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial & Operational Audits

• Conduct regular audits of hotel financials, cash management, night audit procedures, and accounting records.
• Review all revenue-generating areas (Rooms, F&B, Spa, Banquets, Events, and other ancillary services) to ensure accuracy and prevent leakages.
• Assess compliance with SOPs across Front Office, F&B, Kitchen, Housekeeping, and Procurement.
• Evaluate payroll processes, overtime records, and attendance systems for accuracy and compliance.

2. Internal Control Assessments

• Assess and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls across operations including procurement, receiving, inventory, and store management.
• Identify gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen controls, minimize fraud, and reduce operational inefficiencies.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain updated audit checklists for all departments.

3. Compliance & Policy Adherence

• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, statutory requirements, and brand standards.
• Review statutory registers, licenses, and compliance-related documents (GST, PF, ESI, FSSAI, Fire Safety, etc.).
• Monitor compliance with safety, hygiene, risk management, and security standards.

4. Inventory, Costing & Procurement Oversight

• Audit F&B inventory processes, consumption patterns, yield reports, and variances.
• Verify store receipts, purchase orders, vendor invoices/payments, and contract compliance.
• Evaluate cost-control initiatives and provide recommendations for cost optimization.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with observations, risk levels, and actionable recommendations.
• Present findings to GMs, department heads, and corporate leadership.
• Track corrective actions and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

6. Fraud Detection & Loss Prevention

• Investigate discrepancies in cash handling, discounts, complimentary bills, voids, refunds, and cancellations.
• Review POS/system logs, consumption data, and CCTV footage as required.
• Conduct surprise audits in high-risk areas such as bars, front office cash, banquets, and storerooms.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Preferred certifications: CIA, CFE, CA Inter, CMA, or specialized hospitality audit training.
• 2–7 years of audit experience; hospitality sector experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of hotel operations (Front Office, F&B, Kitchen, Procurement, Finance).
• Hands-on experience with PMS/POS systems (Opera, IDS, WinHMS, Micros, etc.).
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to hotel properties.

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail
• Integrity and ethical judgment
• Strong problem-solving and investigative skills
• Knowledge of hospitality financial controls
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines
• Effective interpersonal and stakeholder management

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• Timely and accurate completion of audit reports
• Reduction in revenue leakages, variances, and wastage
• Implementation rate of audit recommendations
• Compliance scores across assigned properties
• Proactive identification and mitigation of risks