Associate Director

Company Description

Pierag is a global consulting firm that combines domestic knowledge with international expertise to provide top-tier services in Accounting Advisory, Business Risk, Technology Risk, Assurance, ESG & Sustainability, Transaction Advisory, Tax, and Digital. Founded in 2021, Pierag is committed to delivering excellence, fostering equity, and driving outcomes with empathy. With a strong presence in key markets such as the US, India, UK, and Southeast Asia, Pierag's mission is to inspire and empower its people and clients. The firm operates from locations including Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Washington DC, Melbourne, and Singapore.

Position Summary:

We are looking for an Associate Director to lead, build and grow the SOX compliance and Internal Audit team. The AD will be responsible for working closely with clients across Americas and India. In addition to managing service delivery, the individual will provide technical support, grow the Business Risk portfolio and coach Managers, Assistant Managers and Seniors.

Scope of Work:

Oversee and lead the Internal audit and SOX compliance team (Business and IT), manage the service delivery and quality Overseeing and anticipating the resource requirements of the clients, build the team according to the needs Lead a team of Managers, Assistant Managers and Seniors and make sure the team delivers high– quality work, on time and to budget Review the risk assessment procedures performed by the team, including identification of significant accounts & classes of transactions and mapping of business processes. Review SOX documentation such as process flowcharts, process narratives and risk and controls matrix. Suggesting business improvements, by assessing risks and controls related to business imperatives Optimization of processes to reduce inefficiencies and reduce cost Integrate data analytics to provide increased efficiency, assurance and value Extensive experience of planning, implementing, coordinating, and executing 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) Detailed review of team member's execution of SOX procedures and ensure testing results are appropriately documented. Ensure clear, concise, actionable and practical observations and recommendations, with a well- documented process for communication and resolution with clients on SOX deficiencies observed. Regularly train the team members on the end-to-end SOX compliance process and procedures. Developing long-term relationships across a network of existing and potential clients, understanding their businesses to provide tailored insights. Preparing for leadership decks, by synthesizing the data at company level and connecting the dots and building the story on what is happening in the business and in the market.

Business Leadership:

Manage the existing clients and look for opportunities to expand the involvement Look for business opportunities beyond existing clients to grow the business.

You should be a:

9+ years of post-qualification experience (CA/CPA/ACCA) with a big 4 or mid/top-tier accounting firm, focused on SOX, internal audit. Good understanding of the concepts of internal controls and auditing standards (ex: COSO Framework, PCAOB Audit Standards & IIA Standards) CISA is an added advantage 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 Good understanding of the IT systems and IT controls, including areas such as network security, logical access, systems maintenance and change management controls at an infrastructure, application and database levels. Focus on continuous improvement in quality of testing, risk and control coverage and team performance. Review of the sox documentation prepared by the team members Possess project management and organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong business acumen

When asked about the top reasons why people love working with Pierag, they shared the following:

- Compassionate and high aspirational leadership

- Flexible environment

- High performing and growth-oriented teams

- Open-door approach

You will love working at Pierag if:

- You take full ownership and pride in your work.

- You close the loop with focus on turnaround time

- You are obsessed with attention to detail.

- You truly believe in continuous learning.

- You want to make a career, and not just do a job.