United Airlines Hiring for SOX Compliance Manager – Internal Audit at Gurgaon, India Full Time

Overview

United Airlines is seeking a talented SOX Compliance Manager to join our Internal Audit team in Gurgaon, India. This position supports United’s Chicago headquarters and oversees an integrated audit team of senior and staff auditors that identifies areas of potential improvement for key SOX processes and procedures. This position is responsible for working with different business owners on implementation, execution and compliance with entity level controls under the direct supervision of the Internal Audit Manager and Managing Director. This position is critical to the creation of a risk-based SOX annual audit plan through the development of business unit leader relationships and knowledge of both the internal control environment as well general business, industry and economic developments.

Responsibilities

SOX Audit Project Management and Staff Supervision

• Identify and define key risks and scope, review and analyze evidence, and document client processes and procedures

• Plan, implement, coordinate, and execute all phases of SOX compliance (Includes leading walkthroughs and identifying/validating key controls, developing test procedures, executing and documenting testing, and reporting results to Management, internal, and external audit)

• Update documentation including process flowcharts, process narratives, risk and controls matrix and evaluate controls as new systems are developed and/or process changes

• Manage and detail review SOX testing to ensure testing results are appropriately documented and communicated

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors on the annual SOX testing plan and provide support to them to ensure timely and smooth completion of SOX projects

• Ensure clear, concise, actionable and practical observations and recommendations, with a well-documented process for communication and clearance

• Demonstrates ability to adapt audit approach to changes in the audit plan, company strategy, or department goals

• Ensure that approved audit objectives are met and that adequate coverage is achieved

• Utilizes data analysis to draw conclusions

• Follows up, when necessary, on management action plans and documents status

• Influences client management to drive measurable action plans to address control deficiencies

• Reviews all team written communications such as audit issues, client correspondence, memos, and other working papers that document the procedures performed, findings, and conclusions

• Communicates with the Internal Audit management team on a timely basis to provide progress of audit activity

• Maintains knowledge of Company procedures and updates audit programs as necessary

Business Unit Relationships and Risk Assessment

• Develops business unit relationships which work to ensure audits address areas of concern relative to the business’ goals and performance objectives

• Interacts with process owners to better understand their business and strategy, demonstrating a commitment to continually improve the organization

• Maintains knowledge of general business and economic developments and gains an understanding of the Company’s industry and related control risks

• Demonstrates innovative contributions to the Company and the Internal Audit Department through leadership on key initiatives, process re-design, and team development

• Strives to add value to the productivity and growth of the team

Staff Development and Engagement

• Directly responsible for the management and development of senior and staff auditors in the India office.

• Dotted line reporting relationship with the Data Analytics team to provide guidance and additional oversight and guidance

• Works with the Audit Management to develop and retain audit staff, including training, goal setting and performance evaluations

• Trains audit staff on audit standards, department procedures, and technical skills required for their position

• Works with the Audit Management to recruit audit staff, including interviewing

• Manages professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required

• Advanced Degree preferred

Certification

• CA or CPA required

• CISA Preferred

Knowledge/Skills

Required

• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, risk and controls standards and business process best practices

• Experience in managing teams with Big 4 audit firms highly preferred

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Visio, and Outlook

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively, both in written form and orally

• Preference for working experience with data analysis and data analytics tools Extensive knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors

• Highly motivated, innovative thinker (self-starter)

• Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)

Experience

• 8-10 years’ experience in public accounting required

• 4-6 years’ experience managing or supervising a team required

• Supervisory experience in the transportation field preferred

Other

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% – 20% internationally required

• Must be legally authorized to work in India for any employer without sponsorship

• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position​​​​​​​

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT

Division: 40 Finance

Function: Finance

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled