Risk Mgmt

Job Title - Risk Management & Controls ManagerJob Location - BangaloreABOUT UNILEVER:Be part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you'll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you'll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you.ABOUT UNIOPS:Unilever Operations (UniOps) is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit.Business ContextUnilever, founded in the 1890s, is one of the world's leading consumer goods companies, with a portfolio of around 400 brands sold in over 190 countries. With a 2020 revenue of €51 billion, our products reach 2.5 billion people daily, including global brands like Lipton, Knorr, Dove, and Hellmann's, and local favorites such as Bango (Indonesia) and Suave (US).Our purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace, guided by The Unilever Compass—our strategy built on three beliefs:Brands with purpose growCompanies with purpose lastPeople with purpose thriveGCAD (Group Chief Accountant's Department) is the center of accounting expertise and excellence. We are building a dedicated controls team within GCAD and UniOps PEC to enhance internal financial controls and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations.Main Job PurposeSupport the GCAD Risk and Controls team in delivering risk management and controls assurance processes. Strengthen the financial controls environment and drive operational efficiency. Act as a subject matter expert (SME) to support Process Excellence teams in control design and implementation, while leading GCAD risk and control initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain SAP controls and the global risk and control frameworkOwn global process changes and ensure alignment with SOX requirementsLead quarterly Control Process Improvement meetings for one or more global processesDrive transformation, simplification, and continuous improvement of the global controls frameworkIdentify and implement best practices for internal controls and process improvementSupport central and local teams in embedding controls and identifying improvement opportunitiesDevelop process maps for significant financial processes and assess control effectivenessPerform controls impact assessments for business process and system changesEvaluate and report non-compliance situations; support remediation of control deficienciesCollaborate with Corporate Audit, external auditors, IT, and finance leadership to align risk and control activitiesInfluence stakeholders across all levels to promote best-in-class processes and controlsCreate training and communication materials to educate the business on financial controlsExperience & QualificationsQualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualificationExperience in SOX audit or controls within a SOX scope companyAdvisory or audit experience with a major accounting firmProven track record in control design projects for listed companiesExperience managing complex, multi-stakeholder change projectsRisk management experience in large organizationsStrong knowledge of SAP and core business transactional processesExcellent communication and influencing skillsExperience working in multicultural and multilocation teamsKey StakeholdersGroup Chief Accountant and GCAD Leadership TeamExternal AuditorsCorporate Audit TeamControls Service CentreBusiness Process OwnersFinance Expertise Teams (e.g., Tax, Pensions)Consulting/Expertise PartnersBusiness Transformation Project TeamsNOTE:At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better youAll official offers from Unilever are issued only via our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Offers from individuals or unofficial sources may be fraudulent—please verify before proceeding