1. Assist for the audit management function, year-end and statutory audit across India BSC. This will include liaising with the external
auditors, process teams and working hand in hand with the manager or Director to achieve the timelines. Responsible for reviewing SOX
documents to ensure that process documents are up-to-date and are up to desired standard and assist the processes in designing of
controls.
2. Responsible for completing end to end SOX testing of controls for the allocated processes within BSC and Ensure compliance with Group
internal auditing standards and practices in the planning, conducting, and documenting of audits and for all reports prepared.
3. Responsibility could include the overseeing the CSA Audit for IHG Managed Hotels worldwide, collaborating with Hotel Finance Teams and Area/Regional Finance teams to
meet deadlines. Conduct CSA Remote assessments to ensure relevant controls meet standards and assist in control design processes..
4. Additionally, report CSA Audit scores and monthly/quarterly hotel performance to Regional Finance Teams, ensuring compliance with
internal auditing standards in planning, conducting, and documenting audits and reports. Maintain effective stakeholder management for
global Hotel Finance Operations teams..
5. Perform SOX tests throughout IHG functions as assigned with testing worldwide. This may involve travel to other IHG regional offices and
key owned hotels.
6. Assist in the documentation of results and conclusions as required by process, including maintenance of IHG’s database of controls and
tests to Develop and maintain an effective understanding of the business strategy and the hospitality industry. Maintain awareness of best
practices, trends and issues impacting the industry.
7. Continuously develops and documents procedures to improve the quality and efficiency of processes. Also, develop regional tactical
initiatives and create an environment of continuous improvement.
8. Serves as expert consultant for process flow, provides input on current practices and assesses alternative processes / technologies and
proactively participate on appropriate project team / task forces as assigned to ensure control issues are addressed and desired objectives
are achieved
9. Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure that IHG management, SOX team & auditors have similar understanding on all
subject matter & assist in any queries that may arise.
10.Perform reconciliations review for IHG owned BU’s. This will involve interactions with other BSCs processes and key owned hotels
11.Maintain a consistent, high-quality customer-focused orientation. Respond to individuals in manner and timeframe promised. Provide
clear, accurate information; explain procedures or materials or provide supplemental information; anticipate problems or questions.
12.Continuously identify areas of potential risk, opportunities and effectiveness and propose plans for review of the areas concerned.
Prioritize new risks against previously identified risks and revise the audit plans as necessary to provide the most value to the Company.
13. Responsibility may include testing IT controls and applications and working with IT auditors.
Education
• Qualified accountants (ACA, CIMA, CPA, CMA, CISA) or MBA with strong Accounting and process knowledge
Experience
• 4-5 years work experience in hotel and or Corporate Accounting, Internal Audit or Consulting role, Sarbanes Oxley, with demonstrated
proficiency in multiple disciplines/processes related to the position.
• Previous experience in Sarbanes Oxley Act and knowledge on the Indian Companies Act would be added advantage.
• Experience in the design, mapping and delivery of processes and process improvements
Technical Skills and Knowledge
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices as well as SOX and IFRS guidelines
• Experience in MIS reporting and Project management skills
• Ability to competently liaise and articulate with fellow colleagues and external auditors, demonstrated effective verbal and written
communication skills.
• Experience in working alongside a global team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in recognizing and resolving problems or inconsistencies in transactions and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices as well as IAS / IFRS
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of 2+ years in Team Lead/Team management position Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of People-Soft 8.0 or other E.R.P. systems
• This position has significant impact for meeting deadline, escalating issues and making actionable plans to achieve operational targets.