The SME will support in design, governance, and continuous improvement of the internal controls framework across global finance processes, including P2P, O2C, and R2R (Operations). This role is accountable for driving SOX compliance maturity, ensuring robust risk management practices, enhancing policy governance, and strengthening the organization’s readiness for internal and external audits.

The SME will supervise Compliance Sr. analysts and collaborate closely with Operations, and auditors to ensure a robust control workplace and proactive issue remediation

Key Responsibilities

SOX Compliance & Process Controls Leadership
Support end‑to‑end design, implementation, and governance of internal controls for P2P, O2C, R2R, and other in‑scope financial processes.
Oversee SOX compliance activities, including control documentation, walkthroughs, design assessments, testing support, and remediation tracking.
Ensure all SOX controls are effectively operating, sustainable, and embedded in business practices.
Drive continuous control improvements by identifying gaps,



implementing preventive/detective controls, and addressing systemic issues across processes.
Provide guidance to process owners on control requirements, control design adequacy, and evaluation of control failures.

Risk Management & Controls Assurance
Lead periodic risk assessments across finance functions to identify emerging risks, process vulnerabilities, and control design weaknesses.
Develop and monitor mitigation plans, corrective actions, and preventive measures integrated into the SOX/ICOFR framework.
Review key risk indicators, perform trend analysis on recurring issues, and recommend strategic improvements to leadership.
Ensure risks are appropriately escalated with visibility to senior management.

Policy Governance & Regulatory Compliance
Develop, enhance, and enforce internal policies, standards, and procedures aligned with SOX, ICOFR, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
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