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Job Description - Controls Analyst : CRR

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The Controls Analyst is an experienced professional capable of assisting with the development, execution, and continuous improvement of an integrated Financial & IT Controls program in accordance with Moody’s & departmental standards.

Preferred Skillsets:

• Experience in Audits and/or SOX Controls Evaluation
• Experience in ERP & associated controls environment, preferably SAP.
• Hands on experience of Data Analysis & Visualization
• Working knowledge of SOC1 Review’s and Evaluation, will be a plus
• Possess proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi, Word etc,)
• Experience and knowledge of other automation tools like Tableau, Alteryx, will be a plus

Education & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 1 to 3 years of experience into SOX, Statutory Audit, ICOFR or Internal Audit from Big 4 Accounting Firms and/or equivalent department of Global Organizations
• Alternatively, candidates with CPA /CIA or equivalent professional qualification are preferred.
• CISA would be an added advantage.
• For professionals with other certifications and/or graduates/post-graduates, +2 years to existing experience requirement

Role / Responsibilities:

• Controls Testing & Associated Activities:
  • Should possess knowledge of internal control/risk governance frameworks such as COSO 2013. Understanding of other frameworks like, NIST, ISO 31000, NIST or equivalent, as applicable is considered as a plus.
  • Should be able to validate operating effectiveness of SOX controls and aim to deliver quality work product, free of errors and on-time.
  • Should assist in evaluating control deficiencies in accordance with a framework designed.
  • Should be able to understand processes under review and leverage critical thinking to ensure that identified risks are appropriately mitigated by management procedures.
  • Should possess good understanding of financial & operational process alongside associated controls. Understanding of technological process & associated controls would be considered as a plus.
  • Maintain the SOX repository of documentation, testing evidence, and internal policies,
  • Support-in/facilitate testing of key ITGCs/ C&A testing of reports and Interface including SDLC testing along with ITGC’s, is a plus.
  • Should possess ability to work both independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment; handle multiple tasks simultaneously and support team members in meeting objectives.
  • Should collaborate with the project/management team in developing meaningful recommendations for the respective controls reviewed.
  • Should be capable of applying process analysis, business intelligence, and problem-solving techniques during walkthroughs and assists lead auditor in formulation of effective test steps.
  • Proactively updates the project status, findings, and challenges to the lead auditor.
  • Should be able to demonstrate ability for driving innovation & assessment of areas for potential efficiencies and value-add opportunities.
• Data Analysis & Visualization
  • Should be skilled in data analytics, leveraging MS Office Suite or other similar applications e.g., Alteryx, ACL etc, to complete assignments with some supervision and have sceptical mindset to identify opportunities for enhancing testing procedures.
• Ethic’s, Accountability & Communication:
  • Should uphold and promote professional ethics, maintain curiosity, and exercises professional scepticism.
  • Takes accountability for results delivered for their assigned work.
  • Demonstrates ability to communicate internally and externally in a professional, clear, and concise manner, while actively participating and listening to internal/external meetings

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings, as necessary.

For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on Compliance Net

Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.