AVP, SOX Testing Analytics Lead India

Job Description

Role Overview:As the AVP, SOX Testing Analytics Lead at Synchrony, you will be responsible for developing and implementing data analytics and testing automation to enhance key components of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing. Your focus will be on utilizing data and technology-driven improvements to elevate risk identification, improve testing efficiency, and increase assurance over financial and operational controls. You will collaborate with audit leadership and technology teams to implement improvements using various data analytics tools and advanced automation and Artificial Intelligence technologies.Key Responsibilities:- Design, develop, and execute data analytics solutions to support SOX compliance testing, including automated control testing, exception identification, and risk assessment.- Apply data mining, statistical analysis, and visualization techniques to transactional and operational data for assessing control effectiveness and identifying risk indicators.- Leverage advanced AI technologies, including robotic process automation, Large Language Model (GPT) tools, and machine learning to design, develop, and implement innovative strategies that enhance and automate key components of SOX testing.- Collaborate with SOX IT, Finance, and business teams to identify analytical approaches that enhance control testing coverage and detect anomalies or control deficiencies.- Support continuous improvement initiatives by automating manual testing processes and developing scalable analytics frameworks.- Prepare high-quality deliverables including dashboards, reports, and documentation of analytic methodologies in line with professional audit and SOX standards.- Effectively communicate analytic insights and findings to senior management and external auditors.- Coordinate with external auditors to align analytical testing efforts across assurance functions.- Stay informed on emerging data analytics tools, AI technologies, and regulatory requirements related to SOX compliance.- Perform other duties or special projects related to SOX data analytics as assigned.Qualification Required:- Degree in Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Science, Information Technology, Finance, or an equivalent area of focus with 4 years of relevant experience or minimum 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of specified degree.- Minimum 2 years of experience in development and implementation of data analytics or similar innovation strategies, preferably within Big 4 accounting firms or large financial institutions.- Ability to analyze large datasets to identify control weaknesses, trends, and risks.- Familiarity with databases, ERP systems, and financial transaction data structures.- Solid communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present analytic insights to leadership and audit teams.- Strong project and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple concurrent initiatives.- Relevant certifications preferred: CISA, CISM, Certified Data Analyst, or similar credentials are a plus.- Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and ability to independently solve problems. Role Overview:As the AVP, SOX Testing Analytics Lead at Synchrony, you will be responsible for developing and implementing data analytics and testing automation to enhance key components of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing. Your focus will be on utilizing data and technology-driven improvements to elevate risk identification, improve testing efficiency, and increase assurance over financial and operational controls. You will collaborate with audit leadership and technology teams to implement improvements using various data analytics tools and advanced automation and Artificial Intelligence technologies.Key Responsibilities:- Design, develop, and execute data analytics solutions to support SOX compliance testing, including automated control testing, exception identification, and risk assessment.- Apply data mining, statistical analysis, and visualization techniques to transactional and operational data for assessing control effectiveness and identifying risk indicators.- Leverage advanced AI technologies, including robotic process automation, Large Language Model (GPT) tools, and machine learning to design, develop, and implement innovative strategies that enhance and automate key components of SOX testing.- Collaborate with SOX IT, Finance, and business teams to identify analytical approaches that enhance control testing coverage and detect anomalies or control deficiencies.- Support continuous improvement initiatives by automating manual testing processes and developing scalable analytics frameworks.- Prepare high-quality deliverables including dashboards, reports, and documentation of analytic methodologies in line with professional audit and SOX standards.- Effectively communicate analytic insights and findings to senior management and external

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Data AnalyticsData MiningStatistical AnalysisMachine LearningProject ManagementTime ManagementCISACISMSASSQLPythonTableauPower BIMicrosoft OfficeExcelPowerPointSarbanesOxley SOX Compliance TestingVisualization TechniquesAI Technologies