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).(ref : iimjobs.com)