risk management and Internal Control senior manager (nea and seap)SGS

Company Description
SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
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· Develop, implement and maintain effective Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) within NEA and SEAP regions.
· Drive the annual Risk Management process, update the identified business risks and ensure that mitigating measures are in place for the NEA and SEAP regions.
· Main interactions with Country Finance Directors and Managing Directors, Regional Controllers, Global Business Process Owners (GBPOs), Head of Functions, IT, Internal Audit and External Audit.
· Develop and maintain clear / adequate Risk Control Matrices (RCMs), together with the Global Risk Management and Internal Control Director, based on end-to-end business processes with the related GBPOs and Head of Functions.
· Cooperate with internal audit, IT and GBPOs to promote best practice, internal control automation and increased reliance on Test of Design (ToD) and Test of Effectiveness (ToE) of ICOFR to optimize external audit.
· Support the local finance organization and Managing Directors, in providing training, guidance and best practices.
· Drive the annual Risk Management processes with key business / regional and country stakeholders, update the risk assesment and ensure adequate measures are in place to mitigate the identified risks.
· Monitor the Test of Design (ToD) and Test of Effectiveness (ToE) of ICOFR as well as the business risks assessment, using the Antares system, end implement action plan to close the gaps.
· Prepare regular management reports and executive summaries, in cooperation with the Global Risk Management and Internal Control Director, to the attention of the Operations Council and Audit Committee.
Qualifications
PROFILE
· Qualified accountant (ACA/CPA), University degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
· At least 5-10 years of external/internal audit or finance experience with practical knowledge in designing, implementing and testing internal controls in international organizations.
· Experience in risk management and knowledge of COSO.
· First experience in a Big Four would be a strong plus.
· Fluent in English and minimum one other language, Mandarin would be a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS
· Strong people manager with good leadership and influencing skills.
· Ability to build trust and respect.
· Capacity to work and communicate effectively in a multi-cultural and matrix environment.
· Aptitude to analyze complex issues, identify root cause problems and implement effective corrective measures and solutions.
· Practical and hands on experience in implementing and monitoring internal control systems and risk management.
· Sound analytical skills and ability to deliver synthetic and insightful information.
· Comfortable with changes and constantly looking to drive innovation and process improvement.
· Ability to deal with multiple tasks simultaneously, to prioritize, to hit tight deadlines and to work under pressure.
· Knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) is a plus.
· Willingness and ability to travel if and when required.
Additional Information
· This position is an excellent entry point into SGS and will open up opportunities to career development in the wider finance function, either in other group roles or regional / business finance roles.
SGS

Makati City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time