Assistant Manager - IT Auditor

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global marketing firm in Bengaluru seeks an experienced professional to manage financial reporting and control activities. The role involves planning and executing ITGC testing, building relationships with stakeholders, and identifying process improvements. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of experience in Technology Audit or SOX/JSOX compliance and a relevant bachelor's degree. Professional certifications are a plus. The position is full-time and permanent.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Technology Audit or SOX/JSOX compliance.
• Experience performing ITGC and/or SOX/JSOX control testing.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or equivalent are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan, execute, and document ITGC testing across regions.
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies and recommend remediation actions.
• Build productive relationships with stakeholders across markets.

Skills

IT General Controls

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Information Systems

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The purpose of this role is to perform and support the lower risk standard Financial reporting and control activities required each month, quarter and year-end.**Job Description:****Key Responsibilities****IT JSOX Execution & Oversight*** Independently plan, execute, and document ITGC and automated controls testing across APAC, EMEA, Americas, and Global functions.* Lead IT control walkthroughs with system owners, control owners, and process leads, ensuring a strong understanding of control design and operational effectiveness.* Identify, assess, and communicate control deficiencies, performing root‑cause analysis and recommending targeted, risk‑based remediation actions.* Track and monitor remediation progress through closure, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and the co‑sourcing partner.**Governance, Risk & Control (GRC) Activities*** Maintain and enhance the GRC platform by updating control frameworks, evidence repositories, testing results, dashboards, and key metrics.* Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and audit‑readiness of documentation across all in‑scope systems and regions.**Stakeholder & Relationship Management*** Build productive relationships with IT Operations, Finance Controllers, Internal Audit, and 2nd Line of Defence teams across markets.* Provide guidance and training to control owners and operators on JSOX requirements, control execution expectations, and best practices.* Support the JSOX Manager with reporting to senior stakeholders on programme status, risk areas, and emerging themes.**Continuous Improvement & Value Delivery*** Contribute to ongoing enhancement of JSOX processes, templates, guidance materials, and methodologies.* Identify opportunities for automation, data analytics, and efficiency improvements using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, AI technologies (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) and Python.* Help drive maturity in Technology Company-Level Controls (CLCs) and ITGCs, ensuring alignment with global standards.**Collaboration & Additional Responsibilities*** Work closely with global colleagues to ensure consistency in testing, documentation, and remediation approaches.* Support readiness activities for internal and external audits.* Assist in regional or global initiatives related to compliance, risk management, and internal controls.**Qualifications & Experience****Essential*** 3+ years’ experience in Technology Audit, IT Risk, or SOX/JSOX compliance within Big 4 or publicly listed multinational organisations.* Strong understanding of IT General Controls, automated controls, and IT processes.* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Information Systems/related field.* Experience performing ITGC and/or SOX/JSOX control testing.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when interacting with global stakeholders.* Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills.**Preferred*** Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CIA, CFE, or equivalent.* Experience using GRC tools (e.g., Riskonnect).* Familiarity with media, advertising, or digital industries.* Experience with data analytics or automation tools (Power BI, Tableau, Python).* Ability to coach peers or junior team members. **Key Competencies*** Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills.* Ability to influence and challenge constructively.* High attention to detail with a focus on quality and auditability.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Strong organisational and time‑management skills, able to prioritise across multiple regions.* Continuous improvement mindset with curiosity and adaptability.* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, global environment.**Location:**Bangalore**Brand:**Bcoe**Time Type:**Full time**Contract Type:**Permanent