Assistant Vice President EXL/AVP/1502079

Job Description Job Purpose This role is placed under the ‘Performance Assurance Standard (PAS)’ team of EXL’s F&A business unit. The ‘PAS’ team will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of F&A operations.  The team will assess whether the F&A organization’s processes comply with internal policies, statutory requirements, client requirements, and industry process standards while identifying risks and opportunities for improvement We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented senior manager to establish the structure, team, and operational framework for conducting F&A business process, controls and GRC audits. This role will focus on auditing finance and accounting processes to identify and mitigate risks related to F&A operations, statutory requirements, compliance, fraud, financial integrity, and reputational impact. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking, team leadership, and hands-on expertise in finance and accounting audit processes. Skills & Experience  Essential skills and experience - minimum criteria  Education: Bachelor’s degree (with accounting)  Experience: 12+ years of experience in F&A operations/ governance/ audit roles with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership roleExperience in process mapping and identifying inefficiencies or risks. Technical Skills: Deep experience and familiarity with accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS) and financial reporting standardKnowledge of statutory compliance requirements (e.g., SOX compliance, tax regulations)Understanding of popular accounting systems like SAP, Oracle, MS DynamicsUp-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and industry standards.Understanding of digital risks and IT audit concepts. Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills - capability to analyze complex data, identify patterns, and draw actionable insights.Ability to communicate complex insights and audit findings clearly, effectively and impactfully to non-F&A stakeholders both verbally and through presentationsProven track record of building, managing, and mentoring audit teams.Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration across departments.Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Desirable Skills and Experience  Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, CFPS or CIMA. Prior experience in leading cross-functional audit projects, especially in finance and accounting. Responsibilities  Establish Audit Function: Design and implement a robust and standard framework for conducting business process and GRC audits for finance and accounting. Define the scope, objectives, and methodologies for various audits, ensuring alignment with organizational, regulatory, industry and client standards. Team Setup and Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing audit team, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members. Assign clear roles and responsibilities, ensuring efficient resource utilization. Develop Operational Procedures: Create detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for conducting audits. Implement systems and tools to optimize and enhance audit processes for efficiency and accuracy. Risk Identification and Mitigation: Perform audits to assess risks across operational F&A, statutory, compliance, financial, and reputational dimensions. Develop and monitor risk assessment models to proactively identify potential vulnerabilities. Laise and collaborate with clients to address their requirements  Perform RCAs and CAPAs for breaches, ensure gaps are closed with urgency for all areas  Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Ensure audit processes meet all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. Stay updated on changes in laws, regulations, and industry best practices affecting finance and accounting. Reporting and Communication: Present and communicate complex audit findings via detailed audit reports, recommendations, and action plans in a clear, concise and actionable manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Present findings to senior management and collaborate with stakeholders to address identified issues. Continuous Improvement: Monitor the effectiveness of audit programs and recommend enhancements.Foster a culture of compliance, transparency, and continuous learning within the organization.Implement audit best practices across F&A processes and clients