Internal Control Analyst

Function: Finance

Location:

Mumbai, MH, IN

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We’re looking for an Internal Controls Analyst to join our Internal Audit, Risk and Controls team (IARC). Reporting to the Associate Director Internal Control you will be responsible for supporting the Internal Control agenda for the Shared Service Center (SSC), located in Mysore, India. You will take responsibility for developing the internal control governance and frameworks as well as other initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop the Internal Control environment - Work with various stakeholders across the business to understand business processes and provide recommendations for improving internal controls and ensuring these controls are embedded in the business. Support in maintaining a strong internal control level at SSC;
Analyse and document business process flows and related controls documentation through implementation of narratives, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flowcharts;
Support local control owners in all matters related to IC and SOX compliance, including control implementation in line with Wella R&CM, evaluation and resolution of identified control deficiencies. Timely implement and update control templates, communicate control changes to relevant control owners across SSC;
Complete a yearly Internal Control Self-Assessment (ICSA) by applying testing methodology and recommendations set by Wella IC team. Support SSC management in ICSA results review. Monitor and review control evidences;
Participate in regular network connects with other Internal Control Single Point of Contacts (IC SPOCs) across the Wella world;
Support external and internal auditors during the audits to identify potential weaknesses and create value added, follow up on identified deficiencies;
Review and apply global policies and procedures to SSC environment;
Act as a LARM (local access risk manager) for access request provisioning in SAP ECC to ensure where segregation of duty conflicts arise mitigating controls are in place and documented;
Deliver SOX and internal control trainings to control owner community, as applicable;
Support projects relevant to SOX compliance, as they may arise.

Other responsibilities include:

taking an active role in other projects, in particular Internal Audit assignments and Risk Assessments, as they may arise;
developing and fostering professional relationships, building the department’s standing throughout the organization,
maintaining continuous knowledge development regarding regulations as well as internal control best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards,
pursuing professional development opportunities, via training or Webinars, and sharing information gained with relevant colleagues,
assisting with various administrative tasks and taking a proactive role in continuous improvement initiatives in the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
Working experience as an internal controls in a multinational corporation or in a stock-exchange listed corporation, relying on one or multiple Shared Service Centers.

Experience of testing standards and procedures – experience in applying them in a corporate environment, ideally using GRC software.
Excellent analytical & reporting skills. Ability to manipulate large data sets, handle complexity and to write synthetic memorandums.
Presentation skills; ability to communicate in a clear and effective way to express ideas.
Mastery of Microsoft Office suite.
Disciplined work ethic with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and organize.
Self-motivated and results driven.
Willing to learn and develop, within a growing global business.
Ability to work across cultures with different levels of organization and diverse functions.
Ability to travel up to 15% of your working time, including internationally.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable:

Big 4 experience.
Exposure to Enterprise Risk Management / Risk mapping approaches and Compliance Programs.
Project management skills.
Familiarity with SoD and IT general controls (computer operations, information security, business continuity / disaster recovery, etc.).
Knowledge of IT software and tools (SAP, Hyperion Financial Management, etc).
Working knowledge of any additional language.

EEO OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: https://www.wellacompany.com/consumer-affairs

We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We’re looking for an Internal Controls Analyst to join our Internal Audit, Risk and Controls team (IARC). Reporting to the Associate Director Internal Control you will be responsible for supporting the Internal Control agenda for the Shared Service Center (SSC), located in Mysore, India. You will take responsibility for developing the internal control governance and frameworks as well as other initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop the Internal Control environment - Work with various stakeholders across the business to understand business processes and provide recommendations for improving internal controls and ensuring these controls are embedded in the business. Support in maintaining a strong internal control level at SSC;
Analyse and document business process flows and related controls documentation through implementation of narratives, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flowcharts;
Support local control owners in all matters related to IC and SOX compliance, including control implementation in line with Wella R&CM, evaluation and resolution of identified control deficiencies. Timely implement and update control templates, communicate control changes to relevant control owners across SSC;
Complete a yearly Internal Control Self-Assessment (ICSA) by applying testing methodology and recommendations set by Wella IC team. Support SSC management in ICSA results review. Monitor and review control evidences;
Participate in regular network connects with other Internal Control Single Point of Contacts (IC SPOCs) across the Wella world;
Support external and internal auditors during the audits to identify potential weaknesses and create value added, follow up on identified deficiencies;
Review and apply global policies and procedures to SSC environment;
Act as a LARM (local access risk manager) for access request provisioning in SAP ECC to ensure where segregation of duty conflicts arise mitigating controls are in place and documented;
Deliver SOX and internal control trainings to control owner community, as applicable;
Support projects relevant to SOX compliance, as they may arise.

Other responsibilities include:

taking an active role in other projects, in particular Internal Audit assignments and Risk Assessments, as they may arise;
developing and fostering professional relationships, building the department’s standing throughout the organization,
maintaining continuous knowledge development regarding regulations as well as internal control best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards,
pursuing professional development opportunities, via training or Webinars, and sharing information gained with relevant colleagues,
assisting with various administrative tasks and taking a proactive role in continuous improvement initiatives in the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
Working experience as an internal controls in a multinational corporation or in a stock-exchange listed corporation, relying on one or multiple Shared Service Centers.

Experience of testing standards and procedures – experience in applying them in a corporate environment, ideally using GRC software.
Excellent analytical & reporting skills. Ability to manipulate large data sets, handle complexity and to write synthetic memorandums.
Presentation skills; ability to communicate in a clear and effective way to express ideas.
Mastery of Microsoft Office suite.
Disciplined work ethic with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and organize.
Self-motivated and results driven.
Willing to learn and develop, within a growing global business.
Ability to work across cultures with different levels of organization and diverse functions.
Ability to travel up to 15% of your working time, including internationally.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable:

Big 4 experience.
Exposure to Enterprise Risk Management / Risk mapping approaches and Compliance Programs.
Project management skills.
Familiarity with SoD and IT general controls (computer operations, information security, business continuity / disaster recovery, etc.).
Knowledge of IT software and tools (SAP, Hyperion Financial Management, etc).
Working knowledge of any additional language.

EEO OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: https://www.wellacompany.com/consumer-affairs

We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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