IB Analyst

As a SOx IB Analyst at Barclays, your core responsibility will be to execute design assessment and operating effectiveness testing of controls in accordance with testing plans and aligned to relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards. This will provide assurance to management that the processes and controls within the reviewed Business Unit are effectively designed and operating to mitigate the identified risks. At Barclays, we are not just anticipating the future - we are creating it. To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills: - Fresh Qualified Chartered accountant with articleship experience in a reputed firm / MBA Finance with relevant work experience. - Understanding of SOx and Risk Management practices including but not limited to Internal Audit. - Ability to communicate internal control concepts clearly, in a business context. - Ability to interpret, analyze, and derive logical conclusions on data patterns. - Verbal and written communication skills to deal with internal and external stakeholders. Keeping stakeholders (including Auditors) up-to-date with the progress of the audit work, observation status. Additionally, proficiency in using MS Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power-point), basic knowledge of internal control and regulatory requirements & practice (e.g., Turnbull, Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO), and basic awareness of the specific current requirements of the US GAAP / IFRS/IAS regimes are highly valued. In this role based in our Chennai and Noida office, your purpose will be to partner with the bank to provide independent assurance on control processes and advise on improvements to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework. Your accountabilities will include collaborating across the bank to maintain a satisfactory, robust, and efficient control environment, developing detailed test plans and procedures, communicating key findings and observations to relevant stakeholders, and developing a knowledge center containing detailed documentation of control assessments. As an Analyst, you will be expected to perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. You will require in-depth technical knowledge and experience in your assigned area of expertise and will lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.,