Support Global leadership in driving compliant financial processes and behaviors that ensure complete and accurate financial reporting, safeguard financial assets and prevent and/or detect fraud.
Implement and maintain a robust internal control framework supported by an efficient performance monitoring process
Actively support the design and implementation of critical transformation processes to embed relevant Financial Compliance aspects.
Support management in the identification and mitigation of key Financial Compliance risks. Provide pro-active, intelligent information to support decision making, mitigate risks, prevent fraud and safeguard assets.
Raise capability of finance and non-finance colleagues in area of financial compliance through education and awareness
Support, guide and share best practice with management for implementation of financial compliance areas
Lead the cultural shift towards technological adoption by developing training programs, upskilling team members, and fostering data-driven decision-making within the compliance function.
Drive and support management on Internal Control Self-Assessment.
Accountabilities
Review Global processes and assess its implication on financial compliance
Provide insights to leadership for effective risk identification and support in implementation of actions for risk mitigation (such as Key Risk Indicators as per COSO Framework)
Drive Aligned Assurance program in collaboration with Legal Ethical Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit (Assurance Partners)
Develop and execute a comprehensive automation strategy for the Global Financial Compliance Function, leveraging low-code/no-code platforms, AI, and process mining tools to enhance continuous controls monitoring.
Oversee the implementation of tech-driven solutions, including AI-powered dashboards, predictive analytics models, and automated testing procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.
Collaborate with IT, audit teams, and technology vendors to integrate new solutions seamlessly within existing systems and workflows.
Managing a team of experienced professionals to ensure business delivery (This includes all the admin related responsibilities).
Critical success factors & key challenges
Strong awareness of Financial Risk & Controls and effective ways of risk management
Strong, effective communication in relation to key stakeholders (global, regional, local), including senior managers
Global player: ability to think globally but to work effectively on regional and local level by considering different cultures and ways of working
Stay abreast of changing rules and legislation; and the implement the ongoing testing requirements and documentation accordingly.
High degree of intellectual curiosity; ability to self-learn and to continuously identify areas of improvement in existing processes.
Ability to influence management and bring a consensus
Qualifications
Critical knowledge
Deep understanding of financial compliance and internal controls concepts
Solid understanding of control documentation requirements and how it is implemented / sustained
Advanced Data Analysis and Technology skills are required. Excellent skills with Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint are desirable.
Excellent communication skills, knowledge of internal controls, business process best practices within agrochemicals/manufacturing environment, and auditing techniques.
Good understanding and practical exposure to PCAOB, COSO & US/China SOX requirements
Critical Experience
Chartered Accountant / Finance Graduation / Post Graduation qualification
CISA is preferable but not mandatory
12-14 years of post Qualification experience including in Financial Compliance or Auditing experience with SAP/ERP in a decentralized environment. Experience in coordinating and/or supporting internal control testing programs including relationship management with external auditors
Worked in large, multinational organizations.
Exposure to Shared Service Environment is advantage. Experience in Big4 Audit firm is added advantage.
Exposed to senior management / stakeholder management linked to written communication, face-to-face discussions and formal presentations
Good and firm understanding in the design, implementation and monitoring of internal controls, risk libraries and compliance process management
Critical Technical, Professional And Personal Capabilities
Ability to handle multiple and shifting priorities without losing focus is necessary.
Demonstrated strong communication skills, including strong English skills (written and spoken); must be able to communicate well with senior management in both verbal and written form.
Ability to communicate complicated issues in an easy to understand and concise method.
Self-starter, positive attitude, high-energy, motivated, enthusiastic with an outgoing, can-do attitude.
Ability to drive changes and implementation of processes and standards.
Critical Leadership Capabilities
Project management
People/team management
Decision Making
Sets ambitious strategic goals
Leads change and holds ambiguity
Builds a culture of innovation
Customer Centricity
Develops people, organization and self
Collaborates across boundaries
Courage and risk-management ability
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