Consultant/Sr Consultant/AM - Telecom Finance/Operating & Risk Advisory

Note: CA with Telecom Finance experience or Articleship from Big-4 in Telecom finance.

Position: Consultant/Senior Consultant/Asst. Manager - Telecom Finance & Operating and Risk Advisory

Reports To: Associate Director - Telecom Finance & Operating and Risk Advisory

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is expected from the particular position in question. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned to this role may be required to perform additional tasks as required by the supervisor.

Job Description:

Overall Responsibility:

- The Senior Consultant has primary responsibility for direct supervision of Consultants in executing internal audit project work plans.

- The Senior Consultant has direct, client-facing engagement responsibilities.

- Serving as both role model and trainer, the Senior Consultant demonstrates the attributes of excellent client service and assists team members in developing technical and professional competency.

- The Senior Consultant learns to identify areas of risk and opportunities to improve business processes.

Job Description:

- Assist in internal audits and revenue assurance .

- Knowledge of telecom processes, systems and network elements is a must.

- Prior experience in working with telecom companies would be an added advantage.

Professional Competence and Development

- Distinguish between issues that should be communicated upward and those that can be resolved without manager involvement.

- Demonstrate strong technical skills.

- Demonstrate effective application of Protiviti policies and methodologies.

- Demonstrate knowledge of business process and related risks.

- Take responsibility for making appropriate decisions.

- Take responsibility for executing work plans and managing projects effectively.

- Communicate the importance of business ethics to the consultants.

- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, synthesize, organize and interpret data and information.

- Develop the ability to transport process and risk services to multiple industries.

- Seek industry / service line training and stay informed about new developments.

- Obtain appropriate professional or technical certification.

- Identify gaps between required skills and existing competencies and assist in identifying appropriate training to fill gaps.

Client Service Delivery:

- Routinely seek information from the client regarding their needs and concerns.

- Seek guidance from the manager on additional client personnel with whom to develop

- relationships.

- Become alert to potential problems in the client relationship and engagement.

- Instill in consultants a caring attitude toward the client.

- Develop sound job administration skills so that jobs run smoothly.

Ability To Travel:

- Travel throughout the month frequently required based on client requests/commitments (approx. 60-65%)

Educational & Professional Credentials:

- Chartered Accountant/MBA from a reputed institute

- Post qualification 0 to 5+ years in a related field, preferably in professional services and/or industry

- “Big 4” experience strongly preferred

Required Knowledge & Skills:

- Prior project management and supervisory skills

- Interpersonal skills to interact in team environment and foster client relationships

- Demonstrated understanding of the importance of business ethics

- Sound job administration skills

- Good written communication skills including documentation of findings and recommendations

- Strong analytical skills

- Must be able to handle highly confidential information in a strictly professional manner

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in times of high stress

Required Technical Knowledge & Skills:

- Understanding of current accounting (GAAP) and auditing (GAAS) principals

- Understanding of internal control concepts (COSO, COBIT)

- Knowledge of auditing processes and methodologies, including flowcharting

- Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance

- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications

Location: Gurgaon and Mumbai

Travel:

Travel throughout the month frequently required based on client requests/commitments. Should have a valid passport and should be willing to travel for at least 4 to 6 months a year to Middle East.

Satya Thakur
98498 31424