Financial Accountant

At Atmus, we value you as a person first and then as a colleague, providing you with the freedom and flexibility to excel in your expertise and create an impact. Collaborate with some of today's most innovative minds and contribute to shaping the future with Atmus. We are currently seeking a skilled FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE to join our Finance team dedicated to our CORPORATE ORGANIZATION in Pune, Maharashtra. Your proficiency in internal controls will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of ethical behavior within our organization. To excel in this position, you should hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience in internal controls, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance, risk management, or audit. Possessing certifications such as CA, CPA, or CIA would be advantageous. Strong analytical capabilities, keen attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate complex information are essential qualities for this role. If you are prepared to embrace a challenging yet fulfilling position within a leading multinational company, we invite you to apply for the Internal Control Senior Analyst role at Atmus Filtration Technologies. In this role, you will have a significant impact through the following responsibilities: - Maintaining accurate and organized SOX process documentation, including flowcharts and process narratives. - Collaborating with control owners to evaluate and enhance control design and operation, assessing the effectiveness of Business Process and IT General Controls SOX controls. - Identifying, reporting, and assisting in the remediation of control deficiencies. - Liaising with Site/Corporate SOX Leaders and engaging with external auditors when required. - Contributing to special projects and initiatives related to internal controls and risk management. - Supporting Year-end SOX compliance activities, such as SOD reviews and drafting YE Sox Memos for Senior Management and/or External Auditors. - Staying abreast of industry regulations and best practices pertaining to internal controls and proposing implementation recommendations. - Coordinating with external auditors to furnish necessary information and support for audits. - Assisting in implementing training programs to educate employees on internal controls, risk management, and ethical behavior. - Administering Sox Compliance Tool (Audit board) as necessary. In addition to the above, successful candidates for this role should possess the following attributes: - Proficiency in applying audit procedures and IIA standards with minimal supervision. - Familiarity with US GAAP, SOX compliance regulations, COSO/COBIT frameworks, and relevant PCAOB/SEC developments. - Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of MS Office applications. - Basic understanding of Oracle Cloud application, reporting, and Sox Compliance Tool. - Effective collaboration and teamwork with diverse stakeholders. - Ability to think innovatively and provide creative solutions promptly. - Sound research skills and compliance with business ethics and fraud concepts. - Strong analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. - Excellent organizational skills and a business-oriented approach. - Capability for training and mentoring. - Proficiency in working independently and within a team environment, utilizing analysis techniques to identify process improvements and measure process efficiency. Qualifications for this role include a college or university degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a preference for certifications such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or Chartered Accountant. A minimum of 3 years of SOX audit experience, ideally within the manufacturing industry, is required, while experience in Public Accounting with Sox Audit/Internal Audit functions would be advantageous.,