Job Description

IC ManagerABOUT FLUTTER ENTERTAINMENT:Flutter Entertainment is the worlds largest sports betting and iGaming operator, with 13.9 million average monthly players worldwide and an annual revenue of $14Bn in 2024. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Paddy Power, Betfair, FanDuel, PokerStars, Junglee Games, and Sportsbet.Flutter Entertainment is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE). In 2024, we were recognized in TIMEs 100 Most Influential Companies under the 'Pioneers' category, a recognition of our impact and innovation. Our mission is to transform global gaming and betting, ensuring long-term growth and a positive, sustainable future for the industry. Together, we are Changing the Game.Working at Flutter means joining a dynamic portfolio of brands and being supported to thrive in an environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Just as our brands evolve, we ensure our people have everything they need to succeed.FLUTTER ENTERTAINMENT INDIA:Our Hyderabad office is the Global Capability Center for Flutter Entertainment, housed in one of Indias premier technology parks. As a center of expertise and innovation, we are home to over 900+ talented colleagues across Customer Service Operations, Data and Technology, Finance Operations, HR Operations, Procurement Operations, and more.We are committed to crafting impactful solutions to power Flutters global growth. With the scale of a leader and the mindset of a challenger, we aim to create a brighter future for our customers, colleagues, and communities.ROLE PURPOSE:We are looking for an ICFR First-Line Support and Monitoring Manager to lead a newly formed team within the Internal Controls Assurance function. This role will focus on ensuring first-line finance teams comply with ICFR policies, providing support on complex financial controls, and strengthening our financial reporting framework.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and develop a sub-team within the Internal Controls Assurance function.
• Oversee workload distribution, performance management, and career development of IC Analysts/Senior Analysts.
• Foster a positive and sustainable work environment, ensuring high engagement and retention.

ICFR Monitoring & Support

• Ensure first-line finance teams adhere to ICFR policies and best practices.
• Conduct primary reviews of team outputs, providing constructive feedback and ensuring alignment with assurance methodologies.
• Provide expert guidance on complex ICFR matters, supporting finance teams globally.
• Develop reports highlighting compliance status, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.

Process Optimization & Automation

• Identify areas for efficiency gains, leveraging Oracle Fusion, Audit Board, SOX Hub, and third-party automation tools.
• Work closely with technology teams to pilot new solutions for internal control monitoring.
• Support the Internal Controls Transformation Team in deploying first-line support initiatives.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Collaborate with senior finance, risk, and internal control teams across different regions.
• Deliver periodic reports to key ICFR stakeholders, including Directors of Internal Controls, Finance Leads, and Audit Committees.
• Highlight trends, risks, and improvement opportunities in financial control processes.

TO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE:

• Strong technical accounting skills are essential, with both US GAAP and IFRS preferred
• Strong management skills, able to co-ordinate multiple initiatives at the same time with one team
• Excellent people leadership skills, able to motivate, develop and stretch individuals
• An ability to operate in a fast-paced dynamic environment that is experiencing significant growth and will undergo significant finance transformation change
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Qualified accountant with some post-qualification experience either in a professional services firm or in a relevant accounting and reporting industry role
• Experience of operating in a US listed company environment, including with internal controls over financial reporting requirements, is advantageous but not essential
• Experience of significant finance transformation activities, or similar projects where designing and building of innovative new solutions from the bottom-up was required, is advantageous but not essential
• Experience of US GAAP and IFRS is advantageous, but not essential.
• Experience of betting, gaming or online entertainment businesses is advantageous, but not essential.
• Experience of Oracle Fusion and/or Audit Board SOX Hub is advantageous, but not essential.
• A strong and impactful first-line monitoring and support team is built up, with excellent career pathways both into and out of the team
• Operational processes for performing the monitoring and support are developed and then refined to optimize efficiency and deliver clear and insightful reporting.
• The team and the processes are flexible and adaptable to change from either external or internal factors, including but not limited to the finance transformation programme.
• Strong technical accounting skills are essential, with both US GAAP and IFRS preferred
• Strong management skills, able to co-ordinate multiple initiatives at the same time with one team
• Excellent people leadership skills, able to motivate, develop and stretch individuals
• An ability to operate in a fast-paced dynamic environment that is experiencing significant growth and will undergo significant finance transformation change
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Qualified accountant with some post-qualification experience either in a professional services firm or in a relevant accounting and reporting industry role
• Experience of operating in a US listed company environment, including with internal controls over financial reporting requirements, is advantageous but not essential
• Experience of significant finance transformation activities, or similar projects where designing and building of innovative new solutions from the bottom-up was required, is advantageous but not essential
• Experience of US GAAP and IFRS is advantageous, but not essential.
• Experience of betting, gaming or online entertainment businesses is advantageous, but not essential.
• Experience of Oracle Fusion and/or Audit Board SOX Hub is advantageous, but not essential.
• A strong and impactful first-line monitoring and support team is built up, with excellent career pathways both into and out of the team
• Operational processes for performing the monitoring and support are developed and then refined to optimize efficiency and deliver clear and insightful reporting.
• The team and the processes are flexible and adaptable to change from either external or internal factors, including but not limited to the finance transformation programe.

BENEFITS WE OFFER:

• Access to Learnerbly, Udemy, and a Self-Development Fund for upskilling.
• Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and dependents.
• Well-Being Fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness.
• Hybrid Model: 2 office days/week with flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals.
• Free Meals, Cab Allowance, and a Home Office Setup Allowance.
• Employer PF Contribution, gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.
• Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.
• Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.
• Recognition through the Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards.

WHY CHOOSE US:Flutter is an equal-opportunity employer and values the unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings. Our message to colleagues and stakeholders is clear: everyone is welcome, and every voice matters. We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future. Here's an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Flutter Entertainment India.

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