TRMC SOX Compliance & Controls Manager

POSITION SUMMARY
Zoetis, Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock. Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence. As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems. Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.

At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis. Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact. Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.

The SOX Compliance and Controls Lead is responsible for working with ZTD SOX and Finance SOX teams in ensuring information technologies, systems and processes comply with SOX requirements. The Lead will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our financial reporting systems and protecting the company from potential risks and vulnerabilities. The Lead will proactively identify controls with weaknesses, unmitigated risks and suggest improvements to risk and controls framework.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
ZTD SOX Controls Framework & Strategy
• Conduct risk assessments of IT systems and processes and identify critical and operational controls needed.
• Develop and execute IT SOX compliance strategies.
• Develop, suggest and implement automated controls for IT SOX for ERP applications
• Plan, Design and Develop control automation strategies and audit practices for general and application controls 25%
ZTD SOX Operations
• Design, implement and test IT SOX controls.
• Collaborate with internal, external and SOX stakeholders.
• Participate and lead in remediation efforts for identified control deficiencies. 25%
Reports, Knowledge and Documentation
• Work closely with cross functional team members to understand and document detailed system configuration for ERP applications.
• Educate broader teams on SOX controls necessities and standards.
• Provide advisory services on IT Governance & Compliance matters.
• Conduct and lead SOX walkthroughs for IT SOX controls 35%
Other Responsibility
• Supervise 1 ZICC SOX Compliance & Controls Analyst
• Mentor and develop talent of ZICC SOX team.
• Provide opinions on SOC1 reports to optimize the controls. 15%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
• IT SOX Controls Lead & ERP Security Head (US)
• Functional Leads (US, ZICC)
• Global zSOX team (US)
• KPMG and IA (US)
• SOX Analyst (ZICC)

RESOURCES MANAGED  

Supervision
Indicate the typical number of Colleagues managed.  Include direct & indirect reports, matrix responsibility and or additional resources (i.e. contingent workers), as applicable.
• Will manage 1 1 ZICC SOX Compliance & Controls Analyst

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Certifications such as CISA, CA, or CISSP is preferred.
Experience:
• 6+ years of experience in audit, SOX domains, preferably in big 4 auditing companies.
• 6+ years of experience in Information Technology
• 6+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries supporting IT initiatives is a plus.
• Expertise in principles, theories, and concepts of regulatory compliance, and of pharmaceutical regulations; including industry knowledge of implementing controls within processes and tools.
• Demonstrated skills for independently guiding quality and compliance activities during system development and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate with individuals and groups at multiple levels across the organization.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and work in an unstructured environment.
• Excellent customer relationship management skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of SOX and internal control concepts (e.g., COSO, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001).
• Proven ability to lead audits and manage audit teams.
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence through personal credibility, integrity, and professionalism.
• Advanced analytics & machine learning skills.
• Strong proficiency in project management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Relentless dedication to customer satisfaction/excellence.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to foster collaborative decision making.
• Capable of working both independently and as a team member.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) mandatory.

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Travel Requirements: 5%
Work Hours: Ability to overlap up to 4 hours with US Eastern Standard Time