Position Summary: As an Internal audit and SOX Senior Consultant, the individual should be a qualified CA/CPA/ACCA/MBA with extensive experience in Internal audit, 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. In this role, you will be responsible for team handling on large projects encompassing the entire gamut of SOX – from conceptualization to crafting to implementation of the entire SOX program including documentation and control testing, evaluating internal controls, reliability of financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws and regulations and effectiveness and efficiency of operations including cost management. This should be a SOX framework implementer role. Scope of Work: You’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Your responsibility for this role includes but are not limited to: Responsible for execution of internal audit assignments Audit, SOX, IFC Designing, walkthrough & Implementation, Business Process Review, Creation & mapping of Business Flow charts with RCM etc. (individually and as a team) Perform risk assessment procedures, including identification of significant accounts & classes of transactions, mapping of business processes and providing comprehensive input to the development of a risk-based annual internal audit/SOX audit plan. Prepare SOX documentation such as process flowcharts, process narratives and risk and controls matrix. Design attributes, perform test of design and operating effectiveness of controls Suggest improvements in the process by assessing risks and controls related to business imperatives, identifying gaps, and assisting in remediation. 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) 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. Support Managers in the process of preparing audit plans, audit program, testing and reports. Work with existing processes/systems whilst making constructive suggestions for improvements. Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems. Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships. Responsible for quality and timeliness of deliverables, including conclusions on control effectiveness and impact of control deficiencies. Qualification, Skill & Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit/SOX/IFC – Designing & Implementation (Preferably from the Internal Audit/Risk Advisory practice of a Big 4 or reputed Consulting firms, else exposure to Internal Audit/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 and capability of dealing with big clients Have knowledge and understanding of Internal Audit Framework 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.

As an Internal Audit and SOX Senior Consultant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, including cost management, in alignment with the SOX audit processes and methodology. Your role will involve interacting with senior management to enhance your technical competency, business development skills, client service abilities, and people development expertise. You will be responsible for leading and managing teams on large projects related to SOX compliance. This includes overseeing the entire SOX program, from conceptualization to implementation, which involves documentation, control testing, evaluation of internal controls, reliability of financial reporting, compliance with laws and regulations, and operational effectiveness and efficiency. Your scope of work will include executing internal audit assignments, SOX compliance tasks, IFC designing, walkthrough & implementation, business process reviews, and creation of business flow charts with RCM. You will perform risk assessment procedures, identify significant accounts and classes of transactions, map business processes, and contribute to the development of a risk-based annual internal audit/SOX audit plan. In addition, you will design attributes, test the design and operating effectiveness of controls, suggest process improvements by assessing risks and controls, plan and execute all phases of SOX compliance, and provide clear and actionable recommendations. Your role will involve understanding client requirements, responding promptly to client requests, and supporting Managers in preparing audit plans, program testing, and reports. To be successful in this role, you should have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, SOX, and IFC designing and implementation. Experience in risk assessment procedures, financial reporting, process flow mapping, controls testing, evaluation of control deficiencies, and remediation plans is essential. You should possess strong analytical skills, understand financial statements under Indian/US GAAP, and have knowledge of the Internal Audit Framework. Your ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrate critical thinking, and bring structure to unstructured problems will be crucial. Proficiency in Excel, Visio, Word, and other MS Office applications is required, along with the capability to build quality relationships, seek feedback, and contribute to a positive working environment. Overall, as an Internal Audit and SOX Senior Consultant, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the success of the organization by ensuring compliance, identifying risks, and providing valuable insights and recommendations for improvement.,