Associate Director - Internal Control (F&A), Chennai

THE ROLE This role is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control framework across all Finance & Accounts processes. This role will play a critical function in safeguarding company assets, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and mitigating operational and financial risks. Leader in Finance Internal Control will closely work with the Group HO Finance, HO Internal Control and Compliance Department to strengthen finance control environment. He/She will assess the finance risk and efficiency of process and to manage controls. He/She will also ensure compliance with the laws and regulations within all the controlled subsidiaries of the group. REPORTING STRUCTURE Direct Line: Senior Director – Global GBS Risk, Internal Control, and Forensics Team Management: 2-3 (Assistant Manager / Manager) Functional Team: Finance & Accounting Services (F&A Services) Location: GBSI – Chennai PURPOSE The purpose of an Associate Director in Internal Control for Finance and Accounts Process is to ensure the integrity and reliability of the organization‘s financial reporting and operations. They play a crucial role in safeguarding assets, preventing and detecting fraud, and improving operational efficiency. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1) Establishing and Maintaining a Strong Internal Control Framework: Develop and implement a comprehensive system of internal controls aligned with the best industry practices, regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, IFRS), and the organization‘s risk appetite. Own the design, implementation, documentation, assessment, and monitoring of internal control framework, including policies and key risks to ensure that the company has adequate controls to prevent unintentional and intentional errors in financial reporting, processes, and business operations. Formulate policies and procedures to