Senior Associate - Internal Audit and Controls Testing

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC ); Khordha; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC ) is seeking a Senior professional focused on governance, risk, controls and compliance. You will model data, tune performance, and manage data provisioning using SAP technologies while ensuring adherence to IA controls and SOX testing frameworks.

The role emphasizes experience with P2P, O2C, inventory, and R2R processes, along with strong Excel-based analytics, stakeholder coordination, and security administration.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SQLScript, stored procedures, and HANA objects.
• Experience with SAP HANA Studio, Web IDE, and Git-based versioning.
• Familiarity with ABAP/ABAP-on-HANA data provisioning or side-car scenarios.
• Internal Audit, Internal Controls Review, IFC / SOX Testing mandatory with workstream coordination.
• RCM prep/review, walkthroughs, control design assessment, operating effectiveness testing.
• Business processes: P2P, O2C, Inventory, R2R, HR/Payroll, Production, Maintenance.
• MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint; Excel-based data analysis.
• Knowledge of SAP tables, T-codes, data extraction processes preferred.
• IA Control Testing: 5–8 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Data Modeling: Create and maintain Calculation Views, table functions, and database procedures.
• Performance tuning: Optimize slow queries, evaluate join cardinalities, apply code-pushdown techniques.
• Data Provisioning: Configure data integration via SLT, SDA, or SDI.
• Administration & Security: Manage roles, user access, and job scheduling.
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Skills

SQLScript

Stored procedures

HANA development

Excel data analysis

Stakeholder coordination

IFC / SOX Testing

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

MBA (Finance)

CA Inter

Tools

SAP HANA Studio

Web IDE

Git versioning

SAP Tables/T-codes

Job description

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. Those in governance, risk, controls and compliance at PwC will be responsible for confirming regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients. Your work will involve providing advice and solutions to help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively.

Why PwC

At PwC , you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC , we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Responsibilities

• Data Modeling: Create and maintain advanced graphical or SQLScript -based Calculation Views, table functions, and database procedures.
• Performance Tuning: Optimize slow-running queries, evaluate join cardinalities, and implement code-pushdown techniques.
• Data Provisioning: Configure and manage data integration via SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT), Smart Data Access (SDA), or SDI.
• Administration & Security: Implement analytical privileges, handle roles, user management, and execute job scheduling.
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Required Skills & Qualifications

Core Technical Stack: Strong proficiency in SQLScript , stored procedures, and Native HANA development objects.

Environment Tools: Experience with SAP HANA Studio, Web IDE, and Git-based source code versioning.

Integration Knowledge: Familiarity with ABAP/ABAP-on-HANA data provisioning or side-car scenarios.

Mandatory Skill Sets: Internal Audit, Internal Controls Review, IFC / SOX Controls Testing. Workstream management, quality review, and stakeholder coordination.

RCM preparation/review, walkthroughs, control design assessment, and operating effectiveness testing.

Business process expertise: P2P, O2C, Inventory Management, R2R, HR & Payroll, Production, and Maintenance.

Strong MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills; Excel-based data analysis.

Working knowledge of SAP tables, T-codes, and data extraction processes preferred.

Preferred Skill Sets IA Control Testing Years of Experience Required: 5–8 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Controls Testing, IFC / SOX Testing.

Education Qualification B.Com / M.Com / CMA / CA Inter / MBA (Finance) / CA Experience using recognized internal audit and controls testing methodologies/frameworks.

Ability to translate business requirements into practical solutions and deliver quality outcomes within timelines.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of EngineeringDegrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Controls Testing Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Decisions, Business Performance Management, C-Level Presentations, Communication, Compliance Frameworks, Compliance Policies, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Review, Controls Testing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Finance Target Operating Model, Finance Transformation, Financial Reporting, Fraud Detection, Fraud Prevention, Group Facilitation {+ 18 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date July 31, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level