GM - Senior Audit - Controls Manager

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.

Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group's partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.

Established in 2006, VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organisation, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.

In 2009, VOIS started operating in India and now has established global delivery centres in Pune, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. With more than 14,500 employees, VOIS India supports global markets and group functions of Vodafone, and delivers best-in-class customer experience through multi-functional services in the areas of Information Technology, Networks, Business Intelligence and Analytics, Digital Business Solutions (Robotics & AI), Commercial Operations (Consumer & Business), Intelligent Operations, Finance Operations, Supply Chain Operations and HR Operations and more.

We are seeking a seasoned SOX Compliance Lead to join our Centre of Excellence (COE) team within Vodafone Group FinOps and Controls. Based in Pune, this role is pivotal in strengthening the second line of defence for Vodafone Group Finance. The individual will lead compliance reviews across global markets, ensuring robust control frameworks and high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and data integrity. The role also involves managing critical projects under the Risk Assurance & Controls function and engaging with senior stakeholders and external auditors.

What you will do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive annual SOX plan, including top-down risk assessments and scoping analysis.
• Stay updated on s404 regulations and communicate changes across the organisation.
• Coordinate annual SOX scoping activities with market leads and external auditors.
• Deliver s404 training and coach junior team members to build global capability.
• Lead remediation monitoring to ensure timely resolution of control deficiencies.
• Recommend enhancements to SOX documentation, testing, and monitoring processes.
• Drive centralisation of SOX testing and implement supporting tools.
• Manage annual section 302 sub-certifications and ensure compliance with UK Corporate Governance Code provision 29.
• Provide control impact assessments for technology transformation projects.
• Act as the key liaison for external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee successful delivery of assigned projects under Risk, Assurance and Controls.

• Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional finance/auditing qualification.
• Minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience in Audit, SOX Compliance, or Risk Management.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO), PCAOB standards, and SEC reporting.
• Proven ability to assess and challenge risks within complex business environments.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience in telecom and systems audit is desirable.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to lead global compliance initiatives within a high-impact finance function.
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making processes.
• Involvement in digital transformation and controls rationalisation projects.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and future-focused environment.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced SOX compliance and risk management techniques.
• Strategic project coordination and stakeholder management.
• Implementation of control frameworks across diverse markets.
• Digital tools and methodologies for centralised compliance monitoring.

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

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VOIS is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and we welcome and value diverse people and insights. We believe that being authentically human and inclusive powers our employees' growth and enables them to create a positive impact on themselves and society. We do not discriminate based on age, colour, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

As a result of living and breathing our commitment, our employees have helped us get certified as a Great Place to Work in India for four years running. We have been also highlighted among the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Millennials, Equity, and Inclusion, Top 50 Best Workplaces for Women, Top 25 Best Workplaces in IT & IT-BPM and 10th Overall Best Workplaces in India by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2024. These achievements position us among a select group of trustworthy and high-performing companies which put their employees at the heart of everything they do.

By joining us, you are part of our commitment. We look forward to welcoming you into our family which represents a variety of cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills

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