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EY- Consulting – SOX – Senior

As part of our Consulting Enterprise Risk team, our clients look for EY’s expertise across the consulting solutions and specifically for engagements related to Internal Audit, Process compliance and reviews, SOX 404, Payment application, Developing Standard Operating Procedure manuals, Third Party Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management.

There really is no average day in this role, since every client will have multi-faceted challenges and a distinct business environment. What it means is that you’ll have an opportunity to learn and adapt to our clients’ cultures and contribute towards developing unique solutions that are tailored to individual engagements. Whichever industry or client you’re working with, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to expand your business network and transform yourself into a truly global professional.

The opportunity
This is client-facing role in a rapidly growing practice, where you’ll build client relationships with key stakeholders, including management executives for some of the most globally recognized brands. It makes this the perfect place to gain a deeper understanding of complex businesses transactions, all the while recommending solutions to some of the most pressing business challenges and process inefficiencies. You’ll also team with our performance improvement professionals in multidisciplinary engagements, helping major global clients transform and sustain business performance. The team is focused on leveraging emerging technologies like Robotics, AI, Advanced Analytics to enhance various Internal Audit and internal control solutions being provided to the client and actively work in building multiple tools and assets for efficient and effective client delivery. By plugging into our market-leading global network, you’ll gain the experience you need to become an exceptional Risk Advisor

Your key responsibilities
Delivery

Manage a team of Staffs (if needed) or independently deliver SOX engagements for multiple processes across client(s)
Participate or drive conversations with the clients for process discussions and conduct walkthroughs
Basis process discussions, prepare process flows / narratives and risk & control matrices
Identify process gaps and accordingly provide recommendation in areas requiring improvement based on the client’s business process and industry practice 
Conduct (and review, if needed) test of design and operating effectiveness, and suggest controls to improve the client’s control framework
Document testing workpapers as per the defined standards and quality benchmark
Support the Manager in conducting SOX scoping, control rationalization and standardization for business processes
Monitor project progress, manage multiple assignments and related project teams, if needed
Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) for assigned requests
Provide regular status update to the Manager on the controls
Demonstrate application and solution-based approach to problem solving while executing client engagements and documenting working papers 

Client Management

Develop strong working relationships with the client and onshore client teams
Maintain excellent rapport and proactive communication with the client
Mentor and coach junior team members, enabling them to meet their performance goals and successfully grow their careers.  

Market Leadership

Participate / support business development initiatives.
Support multiple innovation initiatives to enhance existing solutions leveraging emerging technologies like Robotics, AI, Advanced Analytics
Support the practice in developing thought leadership content and other innovation initiatives from time to time 

Operational excellence

Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service. 
Manage engagement budgets and ensure compliance with engagement plans and internal quality & risk management procedures. 

People related

Display teamwork, integrity and leadership. Work with team members to set goals and responsibilities for specific engagements. Foster teamwork and innovation.
Utilize technology & tools to continually learn and innovate, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery.
Conduct workshops and technical training sessions for team members. Contribute to the learning & development agenda and knowledge harnessing initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

Exceptional command on spoken and written English 
Globally mobile and flexible to travel to onsite locations
Highly analytical, organized and meticulous consulting skills
Strong academic history (degree in Business, Accounting, or similar work experience in similar industry, Big 4 preferred)
Proficient in MS-Office Suite, data analysis & validation
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize deliverables effectively in order to achieve optimum results.

To qualify for the role, you must have

More than 1 year (CAs) or 3 years (others) of a “Big 4” or professional firm or professional industry experience in risks & controls, with majority of experience in SOX / internal controls
Strong understanding of SOX and COSO framework
CIA certification is preferred
Strong academic history (degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering or similar)
Exceptional command on spoken and written English
Globally mobile and flexible to travel to onsite locations
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to think differently and innovate

Ideally, you’ll also have

Responsible for the performance and appraisal of direct reports, including training and developing necessary skill sets to enable them to grow in their careers. 
Mentor and coach junior team members, enabling them to meet their performance goals and successfully grow their careers.  

What we look for

A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment
Opportunities to work with EY Risk -Internal Audit practices global with leading businesses across a range of industries

What working at EY offers
At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.
You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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