int(11529)
Mumbai, India

Vice President – Finance Governance & Risk Oversight

This role focuses on providing leadership in risk and control oversight within the Finance function. It ensures effective coordination between first – line BAU teams and second – line risk teams, embedding a standardized approach to managing risks and controls. The position supports compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a robust risk and control culture.

 

This position is ideal for a seasoned professional passionate about fostering a robust control environment, enhancing risk frameworks and leading strategic initiatives.

 

Please contact Krati Arora or email your cv directly in word format to bankingandfinance-in@theedgepartnership.com

 

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

 

 

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Key responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of controls across day-to-day operations within the Finance team.
  • Act as part of the first-line team, providing expertise on risk management frameworks, assessments and compliance activities like KCAs and RCSAs.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in improving the Finance control environment and conducting best practices training.
  • Collaborate with control champions to ensure adherence to operational risk guidelines.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of current control processes and identify areas for improvement to be managed as projects.
  • Oversee the design, documentation and delivery of these projects, ensuring risk management strategies are integrated.
  • Monitor project progress, address risks or issues and ensure proper handover to BAU with sign-offs.

Role requirements

Must-Have Skills:

  • Chartered Accountant with 16+ years of experience in financial controls, risk management or internal audits.
  • Strong understanding of risk frameworks and policies with expertise in SOX / IFC testing.
  • Proven ability to influence senior leadership and provide actionable insights on risk and controls.
  • Exceptional report-writing and documentation skills.

 

Additional Skills:

  • Leadership and organizational planning skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and time management capabilities.
  • Familiarity with financial services products and markets is a plus.