Internal Controls Specialist (ICS)

T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd.; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. in India is seeking an Internal Controls Specialist (ICS) for the Shared Service Center in DTSE India. You will own the ICS within SSC, work with senior management and auditors, and help strengthen financial controls across processes.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, documentation of controls, collaboration with global teams, and driving automation and continuous improvement in governance, risk management, and compliance.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Finance Controlling.
• Strong understanding of ICS, SOX, Risk Assessment, and Financial Reporting Controls.
• Experience working with internal/external auditors and managing audit requirements.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with global teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Internal Control System (ICS) within the SSC.
• Report to the Internal Controls Manager and Senior Management.
• Advise on key controls per the DTSE ICS Master Plan.
• Conduct risk assessments for ICS-relevant processes and systems.
• Collaborate to identify financial accounting risks and key controls.
• Coordinate internal and external ICS audits with auditors.
• Monitor changes in ICS methodology and communicate updates.
• Recommend standardization and automation of controls.
• Support governance, risk management, and internal controls improvement.

Skills

Internal Controls

Audit

Risk Management

Compliance

Financial Reporting

SAP

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Introduction – T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. T-Systems Information and Communication Technology India Private Limited (T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd.) is a certified Great Place To Work®, proudly recognized for its strong people-first culture and commitment to employee excellence. As a wholly owned subsidiary of T-Systems International GmbH, T-Systems India operates out of Pune and Bangalore, with a dynamic team of over 4,200 professionals delivering high-value IT services to group customers worldwide. T-Systems India plays a key role in this global vision by delivering integrated, end-to-end IT solutions and sector-specific software to drive transformation across industries, including automotive, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, healthcare, and the public sector. For over 25 years, T-Systems International GmbH has been at the forefront of digital innovation, driving progress and fostering digital optimism. As a leading European IT services provider and a proud part of Deutsche Telekom, T-Systems delivers transformative digitalization projects backed by deep expertise in consulting, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and connectivity. With a global workforce of 26,000 employees across 26 countries, we set industry benchmarks in efficiency, sovereignty, security, and reliability—empowering organizations to unlock their full digital potential. With annual revenues exceeding EUR 4.0 billion (2024), T-Systems stands as one of Europe’s foremost digital transformation partners, committed to shaping the future of enterprise technology.

Job Description

Internal Controls Specialist (ICS)
Experience: 3 to 6 Years
Location: Shared Service Center (SSC), DTSE India

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Internal Control System (ICS) within the Shared Service Center (SSC), DTSE India.
• Report directly to the Internal Controls Manager (DTSE Group), Senior Management DTSE India, and Manager Finance, T-Systems ICT India Private Limited.
• Advise business stakeholders on the implementation and documentation of key controls as per the DTSE ICS Master Plan.
• Conduct risk assessments and analyses for ICS-relevant processes and systems, with a focus on financial reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify financial accounting risks and define key controls from an ICS and audit perspective.
• Coordinate internal and external ICS audits, working closely with local and international auditors as well as the Internal Audit team.
• Monitor changes in ICS methodology, regulatory requirements, and control frameworks, and communicate updates to process and control owners.
• Recommend and drive standardization and automation of controls to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Finance Controlling.
• Strong understanding of Internal Control Systems (ICS), SOX, Risk Assessment, and Financial Reporting Controls.
• Experience working with internal/external auditors and managing audit requirements.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with global teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Shared Service Center (SSC) environments.
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP.
• Understanding of process automation and control optimization initiatives.
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, ACCA, or equivalent would be an advantage.