Senior Associate - Process Consulting (immediate Joiners)

About PKC Advisory

PKC Advisory offers a wide range of business advisory services to a large number of clients in the GCC and wider MENA region. We are the partner of choice to many of our clients delivering a sustainable value proposition through our strong multi-disciplinary team, wide spectrum of expertise, flexible engagement model placing Client First, optimal blend of on-site presence and off-shore project execution and an emphasis on strong ethical values.

For more information on PKC Advisory and range of its services, please visit:

www.pkcadvisory.com

About Position

Senior Associate in Process Consulting

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Engagement:

• Conduct thorough analysis and assessment of clients' existing processes and suggest clients areas for improvement and optimization

• Develop or update policies and procedure manuals after critically analyzing processes, assessing risks, and evaluating controls while adhering to industry best practices

• Create robust authority matrices, ensuring clear delegation of responsibilities to expedite decision-making processes and maintaining segregation of duties

• Conduct comprehensive risk-based internal audit, with associated processes, controls, frameworks and functions including gap analysis, design, operation and outputs

• Collaborate with clients to create customized risk management strategies aligned with their organizational goals and risk tolerance

• Identify inefficiencies and weaknesses in existing risk management processes, offering solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Advise clients on implementation of suitable automated process meeting their operational requirements

• Assist clients in meeting regulatory requirements by developing/benchmarking relevant policies and procedures

• Create corporate governance framework and related regulatory documents for the Board and Management

2. Work Environment:

• Maintain a collaborative and supportive environment within team

• Conduct the execution of specific client engagements and ensure timely delivery

• Communicate effectively with clients to gather requirements, provide updates, and present findings and recommendations

• Report engagement progress and escalate challenges timely to the supervisors

3. Business Development Initiatives:

• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and other materials for client meetings and service pitches

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing clients to understand their evolving needs and identify opportunities for additional services

Qualification and Experience requirements:

• CA or CWA or MBA from a premier institute

• 1-4 years of relevant experience

Desired Attributes:

• Understanding of business processes and associated risk and controls

• Knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements

• Experience of risk management process (ERM, RCSA, IFC, ICoFR)

• Expertise in ERP system viz. SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools

• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving

• Teamwork and Collaboration

• Effective Communication, Presentation, and Interpersonal Skills

• Open to travel for client needs and project demands