Senior Manager / AVP – Control & Compliance

Job Description – Senior Manager / AVP – Control & Compliance

Location : Pune

Experience : 12+ Years

Role Overview :

We are seeking a seasoned professional with strong expertise in 2nd Line of Defence, SOX compliance, and Audit & Control frameworks. The role involves providing leadership in internal controls, compliance, and risk management activities, while driving governance and assurance across financial and operational processes.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and manage the 2nd Line of Defence activities, ensuring effective internal controls and governance across business functions.

Drive SOX compliance programs, including process walkthroughs, risk & control matrix finalization, testing of control design and effectiveness, and remediation of control gaps.

Conduct and oversee audit reviews and internal control assessments to strengthen compliance and risk frameworks.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify control weaknesses, perform root cause analysis, and drive sustainable corrective actions.

Provide guidance to senior stakeholders (internal and external) on compliance, controls, and audit matters.

Lead special assignments related to risk events, operational failures, and regulatory compliance.

Ensure alignment with global standards such as ISAE 3402, SSAE, and ITGC controls.

Mentor and manage audit / control professionals, fostering a strong compliance culture within the organization.

Skills & Qualifications :

Chartered Accountant / MBA (Finance) / CISA with 12+ years of relevant experience.

Proven expertise in SOX compliance, internal audits, and risk & control frameworks.

Strong domain knowledge across Finance & Accounting (P2P, O2C, R2R) and compliance requirements.

Working knowledge of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with hands-on experience in root cause analysis and remediation.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Team leadership experience (4+ years).