Senior Associate – Audit

Job Description

Job Description – Senior Associate – Audit & Control
Job Title

Senior Associate – Audit & Control

Company

Otis

Location

India

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Required

8–15 Years

Educational Qualification
Chartered Accountant (CA)
MBA
B.Com
M.Com
Role Overview

Otis is looking for an experienced Senior Associate – Audit & Control to manage the organization’s SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) Compliance and Internal Controls program. The role involves planning and executing SOX audits, evaluating internal controls, documenting audit findings, supporting operational and financial audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen governance and compliance across the organization.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in SOX compliance, internal auditing, accounting, and project management, with the ability to drive continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities
SOX & Internal Controls
Manage end-to-end SOX and Internal Controls processes.
Perform and document SOX walkthroughs and control testing.
Execute work programs to evaluate the operational effectiveness of key controls using sampling, observation, corroboration, and other audit techniques.
Document audit findings and prepare detailed working papers.
Identify control deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Monitor remediation plans and communicate audit observations to process owners.
Maintain consistency and quality in SOX compliance activities.
Stay updated on evolving SOX regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.
Audit Execution
Plan audit scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
Conduct financial and operational audits under the guidance of Audit Managers.
Develop audit documentation including:
Process flow diagrams
Risk assessments
Test plans
Work papers
Audit reports
Prepare and submit comprehensive audit reports with recommendations.
Track audit progress and communicate status updates to management.
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve business processes.
Recommend enhancements to policies, procedures, and operational controls.
Participate in special projects and system implementation initiatives.
Support continuous improvement and automation efforts.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Accounting
Finance
FP&A
Information Technology (IT)
Controllers Department
Support ad hoc requests and management presentations.
Demonstrate effective control design and recommend solutions for identified process gaps.
Required Skills
SOX Compliance
Internal Controls Testing
Internal Audit
Financial Audit
Operational Audit
Risk Assessment
Accounting Principles
Audit Documentation
Process Mapping
Project Management
Internal Control Frameworks
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Data Analysis
Report Preparation
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Team Collaboration
Adaptability
Experience Required
8+ years of experience in:
SOX Audit
Internal Controls
Accounting
Finance
Audit
Internal Audit experience is preferred.
Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration is an advantage.
Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should have:

Strong understanding of SOX compliance frameworks.
Experience evaluating financial and operational controls.
Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
High attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
Flexibility to work in shifts (excluding night shifts).
Technical Skills
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Office Suite
Audit Documentation Tools
Internal Control Testing Methodologies
Why Join Otis?

Joining Otis provides an opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading elevator and escalator companies.

Benefits of working at Otis include:
Global career opportunities across more than 200 countries and territories.
Exposure to international audit and compliance practices.
Continuous learning and leadership development programs.
Employee Scholar Program for higher education and professional certifications.
Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work culture.
Opportunity to work on enterprise-wide governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.
Strong commitment to Safety, Ethics, and Quality.