Senior Auditor – Societe Générale Securities India Pvt Ltd

Job Summary / Job Purpose-:

In partnership with General Inspection, to conduct independent audits of operational entities in an objective, thorough and impartial manner (as the third line of defence) and uphold the highest professional standards.

Main Responsibilities / Accountabilities / Tasks-:

• The candidate is expected to exhibit high standards of professionalism and ethics and take responsibility for engagements which vary in size and complexity on Societe Generale Corporate & Investment entities across Asia-Pacific, with a major in Regulatory Compliance and Operational Audits. 
• Lead in opening and closing of audit engagements across the businesses.
• Develop plans and proposals on audit scope and approaches which are consistent with the risk profile of the business.
• Develop and continually review audit programmes to address proper coverage of risks and controls for the audit engagement.
• To provide recommendations with timely issuance of reports on audit missions, continually enhance audit methodologies and plan and maximize the completion ratio of the audit plan.
• Plan and allocate time and resources for each audit engagement.
• Take responsibility for completion of performance and documentation of the audit engagement, work papers, evaluation of team members and report writing.
• Manage progress monitoring of internal audit recommendations including those made by regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Actively participate in the annual audit planning and risk assessment review
• Develop and maintain good relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Contribute to the overall Internal Audit strategy and projects, and its implementation by ensuring focus on quality, risks and professionalism; in particular, contribute to enriching and updating the audit methodology.
• Lead in guiding and nurturing team members.

Academic Background (degree and major) -: 

B.Com graduate

Chartered Accountancy (preferred)

ACAMS or other professional qualification desirable

Relevant Working Experience in number of years-:

8-12 years preferably in banks in a similar function as internal audit.

Experience of working in reputed professional audit firms with exposure to financial services may also be considered.

Skills & Competencies required-:

-   Knowledge of local/global laws and regulations related banking and finance.

-   Banking process and product knowledge

-   Risk Assessment

-   Strategic thinking

-   Analytical thinking

-  Proficient in using data analytics tools such as Osmose, Spotfire etc

 -   Commitment & Responsibility-:

o   Possesses discipline, ability to commit and stick to deadlines.

o   Displays rigor, transparency and honesty.

o   To be constantly on the look out for risks

o   An eagerness to learn and continue to develop one’s knowledge and competencies

-   Team Spirit-:

o   Possesses strong communication skills and an ability to interact with a wide range of staff (all staff levels & management).

o   Ability to listen and share one’s views and expertise in an open mode

-   Innovation-:

o   Change management – ability to contribute actively in change implementation

Language Skills-:

Fluent Command over English language - both written and spoken

Computer Skills-:

MS Office

Ability to write simple programming with excel or Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) is desirable

Societe Generale Securities India Pvt. Ltd. (SGSI) is the stock-broking arm of Societe Generale Group (SG Group) and was one of the earliest foreign brokers to enter India. SGSI started with a representative office in 1994 and established a full-fledged presence by 1995. 
 
SGSI is a Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) registered Stock Broker with Trading and Clearing Membership and obtained membership of Stock Exchanges (National Stock Exchange, Bombay Stock Exchange and Metropolitan Stock Exchange) to provide services in various segments (Cash Equities, F&O, Currency & Debt) of Stock Exchange. The Company has been active in the Stock Market since 1997. 
 
SGSI is managed by a team of professionals /specialists in the broking business. The Company has a dedicated team of specialist dealers & traders to cater to the needs of institutional clients. 
 
The Company has established itself as a premium player in the institutional segment where quality service and best technology combined with best possible execution and clearing services. The Company aims to specialize and develop capabilities in providing best quality execution and clearing services to its clients.

Societe Generale is an equal opportunities employer and believes that a diverse and inclusive workforce should be encouraged and recognized.