Cyber Risk & Reg – Control Testing Manager – BLR

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Business Controls

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

A career within Internal Audit services, will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organisation’s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organisations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviours to help improve and embed controls. In short, we seek to address the right risks and ultimately add value to their organisation.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.
• Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.
• Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
• Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
• Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.
• Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
• Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.
• Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.
• Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of Associates (if needed) or independently deliver SOX, Controls Monitoring, Compliance Testing, IA engagements for multiple processes across client(s).

• Participate or drive conversations with the clients for process discussions and conduct walkthroughs.

• Sound understanding of key business processes such as PTP, OTC, Inventory, Payroll, Fixed Asset, HR, Technology, Operations, Markets, Regulatory Compliance etc. and the Risk and Controls associated with the process.

• Basis process discussions/walkthroughs prepare process flows / narratives and risk & control matrices.

• Identify process gaps and accordingly provide recommendations 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 scoping, control rationalization & standardization for business processes

• Monitor project progress, manage multiple assignments/ 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, Engagement Teams/Clients on the controls

• Demonstrate application and solution-based approach to problem solving while executing client engagements and documenting working papers

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to work independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment

• Effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and external contactors/auditors

• Detail-oriented

• Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously

• Individuals would be expected to cultivate a strong team environment and promote a positive working relationship amongst their team.

• Excellent Communication, written and verbal would be expected.

• In addition to being an exceptional individual contributor, manage engagements and relevant Teams allocated for the same.

• Managing predominantly offshore engagements and relevant PwC Territory teams.

• Ensure client service delivery in accordance with the quality guidelines & methodologies.

• Build and maintain client relationships by understanding and being responsive to client needs and ensuring high quality of deliverables.

• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and communication skills including the ability to research and understand complex processes and effectively communicate them to interested parties

Client Management:

• Develop strong working relationships with the client and onshore client teams.

• Maintain excellent rapport and proactive communication with the stakeholders and client.

Operational excellence:

• Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service.

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors/Master’s Degree in Commerce / B. Com / MBA/ BBA

• Chartered Accountant

• Experience of business experience in technology audit, risk management, compliance, consulting, or information security

• Experience in identifying control gaps and communicating audit observation and recommendation to Engagement Team/ End Clients

• Functional knowledge of major ERP suites (like SAP, Dynamics, Oracle EBS)

• Understanding of audit concepts and regulations

• Candidates with 7 years of relevant experience in similar role, preferably with a “Big 4” or equivalent

Certification(s) preferred: CA / CPA / CIA

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

Job Posting End Date

November 14, 2024