EY FAAS - Finance Optimization Senior 

India, West Bengal, Kolkata 

994641085

As an SOX professional, the individual should be a qualified CA/CPA/ACCA/MBA (SOX/CIA certification is a plus) with extensive experience in IFC and a firm grasp of the SOX audit processes and methodology. The individual gets an excellent opportunity to interact with senior management as well as the opportunity to enhance your skills in the areas of technical competency, business development, client service and people development.

Your key responsibilities

Client Delivery and Project Management:Undertake and deliver on engagements, managing multiple internal and external stakeholders. Projects will vary and may include implementation or review of internal and financial control frameworks, enterprise risk management, governance risk and control (GRC), Sarbanes-Oxley (SoX) implementations or reviews, risk and control automation, and performance improvement. Support the execution and daily deliverables of a portfolio of client projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Plan, implement, coordinate, and execute all phases of SOX compliance, (to include leading walkthroughs and identifying/validating key controls, developing test procedures, executing, and documenting testing, and reporting results to Management). To Ensure clear, concise, actionable, and practical observations and recommendations, with a well-documented process for communication and resolution with clients on SOX deficiencies observed. Understand client(s) requirements, respond promptly to client requests and enquiries, and consistently meet client needs.

• Responsible for execution of SOX, IFC Designing, walkthrough & Implementation, Business Process Review, Creation & mapping of Business Flow charts with RCM etc. (individually and as a team). To Perform risk assessment procedures, including identification of significant accounts & classes of transactions, mapping of business processes and provide comprehensive input to the development of a risk-based annual internal audit/SOX audit plan.

Technical Expertise:

Quality and Risk Management

Stakeholder Management:

Practice Development: Contribute to practice development and internal initiatives, including learning and development programs and solution development.

Your day-to-day role will include:

• Scoping and planning of controls and internal audit engagements.

• Developing risk and control matrices; create test plans and clear working papers to document test results.

• Assisting clients in implementing, assessing or managing risks and control frameworks.

• Producing process documentation following discussions with clients, identifying and evaluating risks and assessing whether controls are designed effectively and mitigate risks.

• Preparing high-quality written client deliverables/reports.

Skills and Experience

You will be a trusted advisor with proven technical expertise in risk, processes and controls that will complement our Risk control and compliance teams in delivering high-quality solutions to our clients. Your skills and experience will include:

• Core Business Understanding: Strong understanding of core business processes, risks, and controls.

• Analytical Skills: Proven ability to analyse and interpret complex problems and technical guidance, developing innovative solutions.

• Task Management: Skilled in effectively managing and prioritizing multiple tasks and client demands, including those with similar or conflicting timelines. This includes maintaining a forward view on upcoming tasks that require planning and preparation.

• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Technology Utilisation: Seek to embrace and leverage technology throughout project delivery, with experience in data analytics, automation, continuous auditing, and AI integration. Ability Ability to develop dashboards across key data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) and produce visual reports to track key risks and control metrics is desirable, though not essential.

• Stakeholder Management: Good stakeholder management skills, including upward management and strong communication abilities.

• Adaptability: Ability to respond to and adapt to feedback received, demonstrating flexibility in approach.

• Proactive Mindset: Self-starter with a proactive approach and a natural curiosity for continuous learning.

• Navigating Ambiguity: Capable of working in areas of uncertainty and navigating ambiguous situations effectively.

• Client Commitment: A strong commitment to going above and beyond for clients, coupled with a significant sense of personal responsibility towards work.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• Other desirable skills and experience: professional experience, skills and knowledge in the following areas is desirable but not essential; finance transformation, controls automation, programme assurance, IT controls including analysing core systems (e.g., SAP and Oracle) to identify control weaknesses

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 1 to 7 years of relevant experience in SOX/IFC Designing & Implementation (preferably from the Risk Advisory practice of a Big 4 or reputed Consulting firms, else exposure to SOX in Industry will also do)

• Experience in conducting risk assessment procedures pertaining to financial reporting, process flow mapping, design, and documentation of RACM, controls testing, evaluation of control deficiencies and remediation plans Should be able to understand complex business situations, risk, and controls in ERP environment, identify gaps and suggest leading practices along with solid understanding on PCAOB requirements and COSO framework

• Should be process oriented and have strong analytical skills Should understand financial statements under Indian/US GAAP Have knowledge and understanding of SOX Framework

• Should possess excellent communication and report writing skills Capability of dealing with big clients Ability to handle pressure and manage complex situations Consistently demonstrate teamwork dynamics by working as a team member: understand personal and team roles; contribute to a positive working environment by building solid relationships with team members; and proactively seek guidance, clarification and feedback. Strong working experience of Excel, Visio, Word and other MS Office applications.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next, including having the opportunity to gain an EY Tech MBA which is an accredited MBA program offered to all EY professionals globally

• Success as defined by you:

• Transformative leadership:

• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Apply now.