Sr. Manager (ITAC Controls testing)

Role & responsibilities

• Lead risk-based IT automated controls testing aligned with enterprise audit and IFC strategy
• Evaluate design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of ITACs and IPE controls across SAP and non-SAP systems
• Govern and review deliverables from third-party service providers, ensuring high-quality and timely outcomes
• Build and scale a standardized testing framework to improve consistency, efficiency, and control reliability
• Identify control gaps, assess risk impact, and present actionable insights to leadership
• Partner closely with statutory auditors, IT teams, and business stakeholders
• Drive audit issue remediation and closure tracking across entities under ICoFR
• Use data analytics tools (ACL, IDEA, Power BI, etc.) to enhance testing coverage and insights
• Champion automation, continuous improvement, and control optimization initiatives

Preferred candidate profile

1. Functional Knowledge of Skills (Must Have)

• Strong hands-on experience in SAP automated controls testing across modules
• Solid understanding of audit methodologies, including IPE/IUC validation and completeness & accuracy checks
• Proven ability to apply an analytical, risk-based audit approach
• Strong planning and execution skills with the ability to meet tight timelines.

2.Leadership Behavior

• Ability to proactively adapt to evolving regulatory requirements
• Ownership mindset with focus on driving outcomes and resolving issues
• Strong collaboration across IT, Finance, Compliance, and auditors
• Experience in mentoring and guiding teams (direct or outsourced)
• Ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality

3. Educational Qualification

• CA / Postgraduate (or equivalent professional qualification)
• SAP Certification (e.g., SD, P2P, TRM, PS, ABAP) Preferred/Strong advantage
• Certifications such as CISA / DISA

4. Technical Skill required

• Strong proficiency in SAP environments
• Ability to understand and interpret standard and custom SAP programs

5. Language Proficiency

• Fluent English, excellent written and verbal communication skills

6. Experience Required

Atleast 5+ years in SOX/IFC IT controls testing, particularly SAP automated controls and IPE