Cyber Risk & Reg FS - Senior Manager - Internal Audit (BP with Sox) - Bangalore

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Banking and Capital Markets

Specialism

Business Controls

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

Those in internal audit at PwC help build, optimise and deliver end-to-end internal audit services to clients in all industries. This includes IA function setup and transformation, co-sourcing, outsourcing and managed services, using AI and other risk technology and delivery models. IA capabilities are combined with other industry and technical expertise, in areas like cyber, forensics and compliance, to address the full spectrum of risks. This helps organisations to harness the power of IA to help the organisation protect value and navigate disruption, and obtain confidence to take risks to power growth.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.

• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.

• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.

• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.

• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.

• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.

• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.

• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead multiple teams directly involved in the work stream related to SOX Compliance, Internal Audit, SOX Readiness, and other review programs. Individual would be expected to cultivate a strong team environment
• Managing predominantly offshore engagements and relevant PwC Territory teams. Communication, written and verbal, with these teams would be expected. This communication would include emphasizing the capabilities within the SDC to provide high-quality deliverables to support the PwC Global Offices.
• Be actively involved in proposals as part of client pursuit and assisting Partners and Directors with relevant and valuable inputs as needed.
• Manage the overall operations as per the framework/standard laid down by the management for the smooth functioning of business as usual.
• Ensure diversity within the team and equal opportunities for the team members involved for their progression.
• Responsible for the overall performance management of the team assigned.
• Oversee the team members performance of testing in the specific areas, monitoring the workload, timelines and budgets for the work being performed. 
• Ensure timely completion of the testing programs per the testing plans of the assigned work.
•  Sound knowledge / experience around internal audit and RCSA methodology within global banks
•  Sound knowledge and testing experience of controls around Anti-Money Laundering, Capital Markets, Corporate Lending, Mortgages, Insurance processes would be preferred
• Manage a team of Managers, Senior Associate / Associates (if needed) or independently deliver engagements for multiple processes across client(s).
• Manage the Cyber, Risk & Regulatory (Advisory) team and client portfolio to deliver 30,000 to 40,000 of client hours. (Would be Plus)
• Thorough knowledge in all the stages of the testing lifecycle that includes the planning, fieldwork and reporting Participate or drive conversations with the clients for process discussions and conduct walkthroughs.
• Expertise in drafting audit work papers including the final audit report and suggesting recommendations.
• Knowledge around Consent Order Issue Validations, Matters requiring Attentions (MRA) and Matters Requiring Immediate Actions (MRIAs), etc.
• Understanding of Risk and Controls Self Assessment (RCSA), risk control matrix (RCM), design effectiveness adequacy (DEA) testing and operating effectiveness testing (OET).
• Document and Review testing workpapers as per the defined standards and quality benchmark
• Support the Engagement Team in understanding the various guidelines around IA and SOX and assist in conducting the scoping, control rationalization & standardization for business processes
• Monitor project progress, manage multiple assignments/ related project teams, if needed.
• Ability to develop the skills of team members through regular and on-going coaching and feedback (written and verbal). Coaching / feedback would be in relation to the completion / quality of work performed, interaction with engagement teams, meeting timelines / budgets, managing multiple tasks, etc.
• Monitor resource utilization and motivate the team to perform as per stakeholder expectations
• Candidates should have excellent communication (written and verbal) skills and should be able to work with global teams independently with minimal supervision. Candidates should exhibit good client service skill collaterals with a strong focus on building relationships

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
• Must be a team player who can understand the team members' requirements and at the same time be a leader in taking decisions as well as having difficult conversations when required.
• 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. 
• Strive to take the business to the next level by identifying and implementing changes for the betterment of business.

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. 
• Actively involved in team building activity for strong group/team synergy
• Contribute to the learning & development agenda and knowledge harnessing initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors/master’s degree
• Chartered Accountant would be a plus
• Experience of business experience in technology audit, risk management, compliance, consulting, or information security
• Experience in identifying control gaps and communicating audit findings and control redesign recommendations to Management/Clients
• Functional knowledge of major ERP suites (like SAP, Dynamics, Oracle EBS)
• Understanding of audit concepts and regulations
• Candidates with 11+ 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

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Business Process Improvement, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting {+ 32 more}

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

December 20, 2024