Job Description

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Director - Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) to lead the design, execution, and governance of the ICFR framework and support regional/global compliance and control initiatives.

• Lead and own the ICFR program for India and coordinate with global ICFR leaders to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide control frameworks.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for internal control design, risk assessment, documentation, and testing in compliance with SOX and COSO frameworks.
• Engage with executive leadership, process owners, and global finance teams to embed a strong control culture and risk-awareness mindset.
• Manage and guide a team of ICFR professionals and external consultants responsible for control testing and remediation oversight.
• Perform annual ICFR scoping, materiality assessment, and control rationalization, and ensure timely certification by business and control owners.
• Drive timely resolution of control deficiencies through root cause analysis, action planning, and accountability enforcement.
• Represent ICFR in internal committees, audits, and regulatory reviews; serve as a key liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Proactively identify and lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency, automation, and scalability of the ICFR framework using data analytics and emerging technologies.
• Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory requirements or financial reporting standards (e.g., PCAOB, IFRS) impacting the control environment.
• Deliver training and thought leadership on internal controls, risk mitigation, and financial integrity.

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• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CIA, or equivalent mandatory.
• 15-20 years of relevant experience in internal controls, audit, or risk management, preferably in a multinational financial services or insurance organization.
• Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO, financial reporting standards, and risk management frameworks.
• Proven track record of designing and managing end-to-end ICFR programs at a senior level.
• Prior leadership experience with large cross-functional teams, including managing audit/assurance engagements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders and regulators.
• Experience with control automation tools, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and GRC platforms (e.g., RSA Archer, MetricStream).
• Experience in managing teams across geographies or in global finance shared services is preferred.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills

Leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.

• A leadership opportunity within a globally respected financial institution.
• A culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based rewards.
• Global exposure and collaboration opportunities
• Learning and development resources tailored for leadership growth.

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