We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical skilled to lead internal controls, process audits, and SOP standardization across US Finance & Accounting operations. The role focuses on evaluating existing workflows, strengthening compliance frameworks, and driving process efficiency through structured documentation and control mechanisms.
Key Responsibilities
F&A; Process Understanding & Assessment
- Develop deep understanding of end-to-end F&A; processes including- Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C) & Record-to-Report (R2R)
- Map current processes and identify gaps, inefficiencies, and control weaknesses
Workflow Mapping & Process Documentation
- Create detailed process workflows for all F&A; activities
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with - Step-by-step activities, Roles & responsibilities, Control checkpoints
- Ensure documentation aligns with US compliance and audit standards
- Design Swimlane Diagrams to clearly define: Process ownership, Inter-departmental dependencies, System interactions
- Use tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, or similar platforms
Internal Process Audit & Control Evaluation
- Conduct in-depth audits of existing processes to assess: Compliance with defined SOPs, Control effectiveness & Risk exposure areas
- Identify control gaps, redundancies, and process deviations
- Ensure processes are aligned with: Internal control frameworks, Client-specific compliance requirements, Audit readiness standards (SOX exposure preferred)
- Recommend corrective actions for non-compliance areas
Stakeholder Interaction & Evidence Collection
- Engage with process owners and stakeholders to: Validate workflows and controls, Collect supporting audit evidence and documentation
- Perform structured questioning to ensure: Process adherence & Accuracy and completeness of transactions
Process Improvement & Productivity Enhancement
- Identify opportunities for: Process optimization, Automation, Co