GDS_Consulting Process & Controls SOX Manager

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

EY Consulting Internal Audit SOX Manager

As part of our Consulting Enterprise Risk team our clients look for EYs 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 youll 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 youre working with youll 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 youll 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. Youll 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 youll gain the experience you need to become an exceptional Risk Advisor

Your key responsibilities
Delivery and Team management
Manage a team of Staffs and Seniors (across locations) to manage delivery of the SOX engagements - including scoping test of design test of effectiveness and reporting for multiple processes across clients
Provide guidance to Staffs and Seniors to conduct effective assessment to comply to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
Conduct / Lead control rationalization and standardization activity or re-design existing controls for business processes
Evaluate control gaps noted during design or operating effectiveness testing provide recommendations and track remediation
Responsible to define budget track actuals against the budget and resource planning / scheduling
Independently manage client process owners with minimal supervision
Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) to drive the value for the client
Demonstrate application and solution-based approach to problem solving while executing client engagements
Anticipate and identify engagement related risks and escalate issues as appropriate on a timely basis
Design and lead area specific transition plan within agreed timelines
Spear head the team performing analytics and benchmarking activities for clients
Drive process automation and implement opportunities for continuous improvements

Market Leadership and client management
Executive-level skills in client relationship management and the hold conversations with senior executives.
Partnering with onshore teams to understand clients business & related industry issues / trends for global clients.
Identify buyers influencers & stakeholders in existing client engagements and build strong relationships.
Assist Senior Managers / Directors in driving the account management agenda by focusing on high impact opportunities.
Contribute to new solution development basis the industry trends and clients problem statement
Conduct knowledge sharing discussions & contribute to EY thought leadership.
Supports in responding to RFP / RFIs
Support multiple innovation initiatives to enhance existing solutions leveraging emerging technologies like Robotics AI Advanced Analytics
Collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines sharing your knowledge and experience to guide business decisions.
Monitoring industry news tools and trends while suggesting potential risks as well as opportunities to improve the way we work.

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.
Understand EY and its service lines. Actively encourage team members to contribute ideas.
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 7 years of a Big 4 or professional firm or professional industry experience in risks & controls with more than 4 years 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)
Strong multi-project management skills
Skilled at collaborating motivating and guiding high performance teams.
Cognitive problem solving capabilities quick decision making skills and ability to handle complex situations with a calm demeanor
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 youll 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 were dedicated to helping our clients from startups 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 thats right for you

About EY
As a global leader in Assurance Tax Strategy & transactions and Consulting Services were using the finance products expertise and systems weve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join however long you stay the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people well make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

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