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JOB TITLE: Assistant Manager - Risk & Compliance LOCATION: UniOps Bangalore ABOUT UNILEVER: Be part of the world\'s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life - giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you\'ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you\'ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we\'ll work to help you become a better you. ABOUT UNIOPS: Unilever Operations (UniOps) is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit. MAIN JOB PURPOSE: iOps puts customers at the heart of our business operations so we win with customers in the marketplace. We are removing complexity, integrating our processes, and delivering the data, insights, and technology we need to create a great customer experience, while the world moves into the digital era. Simplifying operational tasks frees our time and resources to unlock growth for Unilever and more value for our customers and our partners. The role as part of the O2C functions will be accountable to land, activate, automate and elevate understanding of SOX (Access & IT) Controls in UniOps IT functions and be responsible to design and deliver robust mechanism to achieve Control Compliances. From an IT control operations standpoint, this role will be key to deliver and drive the overall IT access and general controls agenda for Unilever. This team is also responsible for coordination of testing and audit planning, to ensure timely completion of SOX testing and reporting to Group Chief Accountant Department (GCAD). KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: The role will have global touch points with Operations Excellence Teams, Delivery/Operations teams, internal and external Auditors and IT Teams and Main Accountabilities: Manage all audits (Internal Audits and External Audits), provide process walk through to auditors, work with relevant 3PSPs to provide audit evidence on timely basis, resolve auditors queries and work with Global and Country team to provide business justifications ad documentation to resolve all audit observations. In depth knowledge of Control Frameworks, and will require developing a very strong understanding of Unilever\'s Global Financial Control Framework Operationalize a controls framework in the E2E S2P space and all its verticals, including controls operated through the 3PSPs This role requires a strong understanding of Global Process Models in Order to cash domain, Design and align on O2C Processes including narratives, GFCF controls, ITSM , ITCG , IT access management Controls, exceptions . Ensure adherence to Global Process Model on an on-going basis in all O2C Processes which are managed by 3PSPs, documents all exceptions and obtain stakeholder sign offs from Process Excellence, Supplier Operations, Business, GCAD etc Review all exceptions on an annual basis, obtain sign off and document for audit purpose Perform impact assessment for deficiencies identified, recommend and align rectification plans with the SMEs and owners, and ensure accurate and timely remediation of deficiencies and report areas of risk Managing and coordinating with the stakeholders like GCAD, KFAS Owners, CSC, 3PSP and others Perform periodic, independent self-assessment of applications identified as Key Financial Application Systems (KFAS) to assess operational gaps Review and drive system/IT fixes for compliance Participate in control improvement health meetings, provide inputs / feedback for the evolution of the control framework and drive S2P controls governance process KEY REQUIREMENTS: Process understanding Strong knowledge of E2E Order to cash process and associated compliance Experience of working in a major Process Transformation program would be an advantage Experience of working in Global environment and teams Self-starter, motivator and quick learner, good team player Controls knowledge - Working knowledge of GFCF Control , ITGC , ITSM , IT Access controls . Good knowledge of US GAAP, COSO, Auditing Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, risk and controls standards and business / access / ITGC process best practices, Working knowledge of access and IT general controls Analytical skills: Ability to analyse the root cause of the deficiency and propose corrective action and ensure quality deliverables Leadership and relationship management skills: Ability to work with cross-functional teams, to implement S2P Processes Ability to work with internal and external auditors, provide required support to complete audit on timely manner Ability to work in a dynamic organization and manage / balance multiple priorities and diverse projects concurrently Communication skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders. Presentation skills: Proficiency in Power point presentation and other MS Suite applications Controls centric mind set, safeguarding the UL interest at the heart of the solution Ability to work under pressure and at times, in ambiguous situations Experience and awareness of working in a global role, demonstrate awareness and empathy to our many cultures and social needs Relevant Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years\' progressive experience in a O2C Process and audit/controls role FMCG Industry experience would be a strong plus Experience in implementation of Global Process Models in O2C and experience in risk and compliance models like GAAPs, IFRS etc. Prior work experience in a share service setup in a large multinational organisation or a BPO organization At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we\'ll work to help you become a better you!

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