Job Description

Location : Mohali


City : Mohali


State : Punjab (IN-PB)


Country : India (IN)


Requisition Number : 35979

Business Title: Team Lead SOX compliance

Reports to : Manager, Global SOX Compliance

Global Function : Finance

Global Department : Controlling

Role Purpose Statement:

This position - Team Lead (TL) will conduct walk-throughs, controls testing, and related process documentation, as well as perform other tasks to support the Bunge SOX Compliance program and other initiatives in internal controls and process improvements, in collaboration with the Global/Regional SOX teams, partnering with BBS SOX Team Manager and with process/control owners across the organization. The TL will also support other initiatives around internal controls and process improvements. This job is based in Mohali, Punjab which is our Global Shared Service Center & the position reports to BBS SOX DGM - Bunge Business Services, Mohali

Main Accountabilities :

• Responsible to support and facilitate the Bunge Global SOX Compliance Program and other related controls maturation initiatives from BBS, including:
• Support audit centralization through common controls and continuous control monitoring methodologies
• Assistance with annual SOX risk assessments and scoping etc., and related updates
• Timely completion of SOX testing activities, including walk throughs and controls testing (design and operating effectiveness), and related documentation
• Timely identification, validation, and communication of control deficiencies, as well as development of remediation plans in collaboration with the process/control owners and Global/Regional SOX teams, and
• Self-check on the work completed to ensure highest quality of work delivered
• Strive to achieve assigned tasks within budgeted timelines and alert the Manager/ DGM proactively, if required
• Participate in continuous knowledge enhancement/ knowledge sharing sessions
• Identify and document improvements in business process flow on a continual basis.
• Support internal and external groups (Bunge Global/Regional teams, process/control owners and external auditors/advisors) on matters related to SOX and internal controls, under the direction of the BBS SOX Manager and Team Leads.
• Support performance assessments and feedback sessions
• Assist in selection of resources and role alignment of individuals
Impact/Dimensions:

• Potential to impact control environment maturation at Bunge and directly contribute to the bottom line through cost efficiencies from controls rationalization, maturation and audit centralization efforts.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successfully supporting the common controls migration within BBS and implementation of CCM program at Bunge.
• Timely update of Key Controls for process/system changes with appropriate documentation in terms of ownership, objectives, test steps, etc.
• Timely completion of management testing with minimal control deficiencies and a goal for no Significant Deficiencies
• Minimize control deficiencies with a goal for No Significant Deficiencies
• Timely implementation of remediation plans with a target of no repeat deficiencies and update to Senior management in terms of control performance and remedial action
• Improving employee/team satisfaction and engagement which is reflected in the Annual Employee Satisfaction survey - minimum least favorable feedback in the critical categories of Employee Survey
• Enhanced efficiency and effectiveness of testing process through use of technology (such as RPA, etc.)
• Timely/quality completion and feedback and support for other initiatives
• Engage with Regional Controllers/ Coordinators/ other stakeholders once every quarter or as required

Major Opportunities and Decisions :

• Opportunities to operate in a global environment and improve control environment through leading practice control initiatives
• Completion of SOX Testing as per timelines considering other priorities from the business (monthly/ quarterly closing, documentation availability, reporting, etc.)
• Managing conflicting priorities - several other projects could be runnning simultaneously
• Maintaining global connect with all regions/ locations/ businesses

Management/Leadership:

• Experienced and effective team player for a 2-3 member group.
• Anticipate and identify engagement related challenges, risks and escalate issues as appropriate
• Actively establish internal client (process owner/functional heads) and internal relationships
• Bring and utilize extensive knowledge of the business to identify changes, technological developments and transitions to evaluate impacts ICFR.
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables
• Team Lead who is a self starter and is able to think in the right direction; needs minimum supervision and is able to wade through uncertainties

Key Relationships, Stakeholders & Interfaces:


A Team Lead will be expected to maintain relationships with the following key personnel:

• Global SOX Project Management Office (PMO)
• Regional SOX Coordinators
• Location Financial Controllers
• External Service Providers for Management Testing
• Service Delivery Leads from BBS
Knowledge and Technical Competencies :

• Knowledge of accounting concepts and process/controls related to Financial Reporting, Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, Commodity Trading, Treasury,Tax, Plant, Property & Equipment, Inventory, HR Payroll,
• Ability to execute high quality level of SOX controls testing and other internal control initiatives
• Ability to work independently (with limited supervision), and efficiently deliver high quality output.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving & organization skills.
• Experience with ERP/ Accounting systems and Reporting tools
• Strong computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong team player. Ability to partner with various stakeholders of respective domains.
• Demonstrate an application & solution-based approach to problem solving technique.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal clients (process owner/functional heads).
• Contribute to knowledge management sessions.


Note: For behavior competencies please refer to the Bunge Leadership Model Education/Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of work experience with at least last 2 year or more of SOX experience or internal controls audit/review as a lead or above
• Minimum Education Qualification - CPA, CIA, CA, CMA,



Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge's expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.



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