Role Overview

We are looking for a qualified finance professional to join our Internal Controls & SOX (ICFR) team at AM/NS India. The role involves leading and supporting Internal Financial Controls (IFC) reviews, ensuring SOX compliance, strengthening control frameworks across entities, and supporting automation initiatives related to risk & control processes.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in process reviews, understanding of financial reporting controls, and exposure to multi-entity environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Internal Financial Controls (IFC) / SOX Compliance

- Perform end-to-end IFC testing including Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE).

- Lead walkthroughs with process owners and understand control gaps.

- Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and global control frameworks.

- Support internal and external auditors during IFC audits.

2. Control Design & Process Improvements

- Evaluate process risks and update Risk & Control Matrices (RCMs) where required.

- Identify control deficiencies, recommend remediation, and track closure with respective functions.

- Support newly established processes, mergers, or structural changes by designing appropriate controls.

3. SOP Development & Review

- Assist in developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures across business processes.

- Ensure SOPs reflect AS-IS processes and incorporate best practices in internal governance.

4. Data, Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain high-quality documentation and audit trails in the SOX/IFC tools.

- Prepare status reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams across all operating entities.

5. Automation & Digital Initiatives

- Collaborate with IT and process owners on automation requirements for IFC testing.

- Support BOT and AI-enabled initiatives related to automated control testing and user access reviews.

- Contribute to process standardization and digitization across entities.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of IFC / SOX frameworks.

- Solid knowledge of business processes and internal controls.

- Experience working with multi-entity or large-scale organizations.

- Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem solving skills.

- Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.

- Hands-on experience with SAP preferred.

- Exposure to automation, BOTs, or data analytics will be an added advantage.

Required Qualifications & Experience

- Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA - Finance (Mandatory).

- 6-9 years of relevant experience in internal controls, SOX, internal audit, or process assurance.

- Prior experience in manufacturing or large corporates is desirable.

Why Join Us

- Opportunity to work with a leading steel manufacturer and participate in a large-scale internal controls transformation.

- Exposure to global entities, group-level IFC implementation, and automation-driven initiatives.

- Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.