Lead - SOX Compliance

Position: SOX Compliance Lead

Location: Mumbai, India

Job Description:

- As the SOX Compliance Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the organization's adherence to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements within the India Accounts and Tax team.

- Your role will involve developing and maintaining robust compliance frameworks, managing risk assessments, and facilitating audits to uphold financial integrity and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities & Duties:

- Lead SOX Compliance Efforts: Oversee the implementation of SOX requirements across all financial processes and controls within the India Accounts and Tax team.

- Ensure that all SOX-related activities are executed efficiently and effectively to maintain compliance.

- Policy Development: Develop, document, and maintain detailed SOX compliance policies and procedures that reflect best practices and regulatory changes.

- Ensure these policies are consistently applied and updated as necessary.

- Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify key controls and evaluate their effectiveness in mitigating financial and operational risks.

- Work closely with management to address and remediate identified risks.

- Internal Controls Testing: Design and perform regular testing of internal controls to validate their effectiveness.

- Identify and document any deficiencies, and work with relevant teams to implement timely and effective remediation plans.

- Audit Facilitation: Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors during SOX audits.

- Prepare necessary documentation, facilitate audit requests, and address audit findings promptly to ensure successful audit outcomes.

- Training & Guidance: Develop and deliver training programs and resources to educate team members on SOX compliance requirements, internal control best practices, and audit preparation.

- Provide ongoing guidance and support to ensure adherence to compliance standards.

- Regulatory Monitoring: Continuously monitor changes in SOX regulations and industry standards.

- Update compliance policies and procedures as required to reflect regulatory changes and ensure the company's ongoing compliance.

Qualifications:

- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

- Advanced certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or equivalent are preferred.

- Experience: 7-12 years of experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, or auditing, with a proven track record of managing compliance programs and facilitating audits.

- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of SOX regulations, internal control frameworks, and financial reporting requirements.

- Proficiency in audit software and tools is advantageous.

- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess risk, evaluate controls, and address deficiencies.

- Communication Skills: Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

- Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, and audit professionals, to achieve compliance goals.

- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

- If you are a dedicated compliance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for upholding financial integrity, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role