Senior Auditor

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Audit professional to execute SOX testing according to the approved plan. Responsibilities include planning, conducting fieldwork, validating samples, organizing work papers, interacting with stakeholders, preparing reports with observations and root cause analysis, risk mitigation ensuring timely closure through effective follow-up. The role involves active participation in process understanding discussions, preparation of supporting annexures, and knowledge-sharing activities within the team.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring identification of key controls and testing in accordance with SOX requirements and guidance of Team Lead - SOX.
• Identify business units / processes / Indian subsidiaries that require compliance under SOX and IFC requirements of Companies Act
• Review SOX requirements [namely, Risk & Control Matrix (RCM) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)] revision process in order to assist business units/ controllers in maintaining the SOX documentation to reflect current business process.
• Review RCM and update as per change in business processes and controls.
• Review/ Co - ordinate with internal stakeholders including IT team, external consultants and statutory auditors to ensure timely completion of all SOX activities including control testing of general and application controls.
• Maintain documentation of all SOX processes, controls, and testing results
• Co-ordinate with SOX coordinators/ Process owners/ IT team to ensure timely implementation of agreed upon action plans and recommendations.
• Assist in status update to Senior Management on a periodic basis in order to ensure timely completion.
• Involve in discussions with management and suggest / review areas that need to be added under scope for the year.
• Monitor changes in regulations and standards related to SOX compliance and implement necessary updates to the company's program
• Develop and deliver training on SOX compliance to relevant teams and departments
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in the SOX program

• Actively participate in knowledge-sharing activities within the team by suggesting areas, making presentations on relevant topics, and pursuing relevant certifications.

Educational qualification:

• Chartered Accountant with 2-6 years of experience in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry
• Strong understanding of SOX, Internal Financial Controls requirements and regulations
• CIA/CISA/DISA certification is an advantage

Behavioural skills:

• Effective interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with others.
• Proficiency in networking and influencing stakeholders, building strong connections and partnerships.
• Displays assertiveness, effectively expressing ideas and opinions while respecting others.
• Strong communication skills, facilitating clear and impactful interactions.
• Proficiency in report writing, conveying information in a clear and structured manner.
• Strong analytical skills, enabling effective problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams

About the Department
Finance
The Finance function at Dr. Reddy's goes beyond the traditional roles of monitoring costs, supervising accounting and creating reports. Deep into its digitalization transformation journey, the function works with all departments in the organization as a strategic partner and plays a major role in supporting management in its decision making.                                                                

The function is distributed globally and has business partnering teams allied to different business units as Controller and Planners. And, secondly distributed as multiple Centre of Excellence housed in Corporate office, such as treasury, Risk & Assurance, Taxation, Corporate Analytics, Investor Relations, GFRT and GBS.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/