Analyst - SOX

As an Analyst in the SOX role at Barclays, your primary responsibility will be to execute design assessment and operating effectiveness testing of controls according to testing plans and aligned with relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards. By providing assurance to Management, you will ensure that the processes and controls within the reviewed Business Unit are effectively designed and operating to mitigate identified risks. At Barclays, we are not just anticipating the future - we are actively creating it. To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills: - Qualified Chartered accountant with articleship experience in a reputed firm / MBA Finance with relevant work experience. - Understanding of SOx and Risk Management practices, including Internal Audit. - Clear communication of internal control concepts in a business context. - Ability to interpret, analyze, and draw logical conclusions from data patterns. - Effective verbal and written communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders, keeping them informed of audit progress and observations. Additionally, valued skills may include: - Basic knowledge of internal control and regulatory requirements & practices such as Turnbull, Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO. - Awareness of current requirements of US GAAP / IFRS/IAS regimes. - Proficiency in MS Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power-point). Your performance in this role will be evaluated based on critical skills like risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology, in addition to job-specific technical skills. This position is located at our Chennai office. The purpose of this role is to collaborate with the bank to provide independent assurance on control processes and offer suggestions for improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework. Key Accountabilities: - Collaborate across the bank to maintain a robust control environment through ad-hoc assessments and testing on the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls. - Develop detailed test plans and procedures to identify weaknesses in internal controls, prioritize risks, and communicate key findings to relevant stakeholders. - Establish a knowledge center containing documentation of control assessments to train colleagues within the bank. - Lead a team, guide professional development, allocate work requirements, and coordinate team resources. As an Analyst, you are expected to perform activities in a timely manner with high standards, drive continuous improvement, and have in-depth technical knowledge in your area of expertise. You will have a significant impact on related teams, partner with other functions, and take responsibility for managing risks and strengthening controls within your work area. All colleagues at Barclays are expected to uphold the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.,