The Company

Our Client is a global leading financial services company with 150+ years of history that helps our clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives, with strong insurance, asset management, investments, and financial advice portfolios.

The Job

We are seeking for IT Controls Manager who play a pivotal role in protecting the integrity of our financial reporting as we navigate a rapidly changing digital environment. In this position, you will lead strategic assessments of IT controls that are essential to CEO/CFO certifications and regulatory compliance. You will be situated at the intersection of technology, risk management, and financial controls, enabling you to influence how we respond to evolving risks and regulations.

This role extends beyond compliance. It offers the chance to shape the future of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) within a digitally transforming organization. You will have the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide control frameworks and make a meaningful contribution to our organizations resilience.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Strategic IT Control Assessments

- Design, execute, and lead comprehensive evaluations of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and IT Application Controls (ITACs).
- Conduct walkthroughs and testing in collaboration with business units and external auditors.
- Develop and implement internal control testing strategies aligned with SOx, COSO, and COBIT frameworks.

Drive Continuous Improvement

- Assess the effectiveness of controls and identify areas for enhancement.
- Investigate root causes of control deficiencies and manage remediation initiatives.
- Collaborate with management to reinforce the internal control environment and support process optimization.
- Monitor emerging IT risks, regulatory changes,



and best practices within the industry to ensure ongoing compliance and resilience.

Collaborate and Influence

- Act as a trusted advisor and liaison with external auditors to coordinate testing efforts and optimize efficiency.
- Develop strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to foster a culture of control excellence across the organization.
- Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership with clarity and professionalism.

Develop Talent

- Mentor and coach junior team members and consultants to support their professional growth.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality work through effective guidance and thorough quality reviews.
- Promote a team-oriented learning environment that encourages continuous development.

Your Profile

Required Qualifications

- Education: Bachelors degree in IT, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Experience: 7+ years of IT audit or IT controls experience, including exposure to public accounting or Big 4 environments.

Technical Expertise

- Comprehensive knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO, COBIT, PCAOB, and CPAB standards.
- Strong background in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
- Proficiency with control testing methodologies and the use of audit tools.

Essential Skills

- Analytical Excellence: Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex control environments and pinpoint risk areas.
- Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences.
- Leadership: Proven capability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and achieve results in a dynamic setting.
- Stakeholder Management: Successful track record of building relationships and influencing individuals at all organizational levels.

📌 IT Controls Manager- ICFR (Gurugram)
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