Senior Manager

Job Title Senior Manager - GBS Business Controls and Compliance Grade E Shift 9 am to 6 pm IST Role Individual contributor role Location Manyata Tech Park Bangalore AstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the Discovery Development and Commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world s most serious disease We are one of the world s leading pharmaceutical companies At AstraZeneca we re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work Who we are The Global Business Service GBS team sits within Finance at AstraZeneca and is a dynamic and results-oriented environment and provides a range of enterprise-wide services We dare to change the way we work by freeing up the business to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines We aim to do this by freeing up time freeing up money protecting AZ s value and providing new capabilities What we do A trusted partner to the business we re on a mission to make AstraZeneca more agile efficient and effective Through our hybrid model of in-house delivery centres and service towers across the globe we re reimagining how we work Here we drive new ways of working and operating models process simplification and innovative solutions whilst ensuring that automation and data is at the heart of everything How we do it Be part of a team building a community We interact with diverse cultures and perspectives and are united by our sense of belonging This is the place to learn and grow together Why we love it As a growing multi-national company there s so much potential to develop Embrace opportunities at a globa business that s facing new and varied challenges This is the place to build an exemplary international CV A fun place to be we re creating community hubs that build partnerships not just working relationships We re on an exciting journey to take our team to the next stage This is the place to leave a legacy behind The Senior Manager - GBS Controls and Compliance is a global role responsible for setting up and maintaining SOX and High Risk Finance Control for all in scope Processes in line with AZ enterprise Finance Controls Framework This role will support various GBS teams located in various geographies providing finance controls and compliance guidance and helping them create robust process and controls to ensure finance controls are audit ready in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices standards and AZ Enterprise FCF Framework This position will report to Director of Risk Controls and Business Continuity - GBS Responsibilities Work with AZ Enterprise Finance Controls Team and ensure AZ enterprise framework is well adapted by Finance Process and controls of Global Business Services Provide inputs and guidance to GBS HR Services - Payroll Operations Team executing Finance controls to maintain their Finance control posture inline with AZ enterprise FCF Framework Develop Strategy and Framework to setup a new Service in Global Business Services which will support Compliance guidance and consultation of Financial Controls as First line of Defense Develop a roadmap and plan to expand this new service line to all possible SET areas and enabling functions Engage with Leadership Team of GBS Operations team to provide them the compliance posture of their business of Finance Control Framework Lead Subject Matter expertise in SOX Fraud Finance and other Business Controls Management Engage and collaborate with internal external stakeholders and senior management in all lines of business in setting up reviewing identifying gaps in the current controls environment Perform FMEA RSCA incident based risk assessment and proactive risk assessments as per the requirement Help business identify Root Cause Analysis for any incident identify control gaps provide recommendation and drive improvement to closure Participate in enterprise-wide SOX and Finance control testing program work with process owners control owners and enterprise testing team for timely completion of testing escalation management and reporting to business Work with Business teams to setup their risk register identify root cause define mitigation plan drive it to closure and report the status in a timely fashion Engage and collaborate with various site leadership team to identify record and assess local site level risks which may impact Global Business services including Human Resource Physical Security Administration and Facilities Transportation infrastructure and local policies etc and keep a track of their mitigation plan Manage and own the Global risk register mitigation plan metrics and reporting Engage with enterprise business continuity team and lines of business risk teams to assess manage and remediate cross functional risks Experience in project management concepts Essentials Overall 10-15 years of experience in payroll operations and in which minimum of 4 years of experience in Risk and Controls Management SOX and Financial Controls Testing Analytical skills with attention to detail Excellent Compliance and governance understanding Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong customer focus and attention to detail Ability to interpret and communicate technical information in business language Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders across various leadership levels of the organization Working in a matrix organizational structure is required AstraZeneca offers an environment where innovation thrives We are committed to transforming processes through simplification automation and data analytics Our diverse team collaborates seamlessly drawing on global knowledge and experiences to drive efficiencies across the business With a focus on agility and effectiveness we support the delivery of life-changing medicines by enabling the rest of the business to run smoothly Here you can develop your business acumen while contributing to impactful solutions that benefit patients worldwide Join us on this exciting journey Apply now to become part of a team that is redefining how we work and leaving a lasting legacy Ready to make a difference Apply now to join our team We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment Please contact us to request accommodation Date Posted 19-Sept-2025 Closing Date 25-Sept-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment and recruitment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements