Project Controller / Audit & Financial Compliance Lead

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Project Controller / Audit & Financial Compliance Lead

Job Description– Project Controller / Audit & Financial Compliance Lead

Legal Entity Schlumberger India Technology Centre Private Limited (SITCPL)

Function Finance & Tax

Location-Pune, India

Employment Type Regular Employee

Position Summary

Responsible for leading statutory and internal auditprocesses at the legal entity level while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, andcompliance of financial accounting and reporting activities. Acts as theprimary liaison between auditors, management, and key stakeholders tofacilitate timely audit completion and maintain robust financial controlswithin the SAP environment.

KeyResponsibilities

• StatutoryAudit Management
• Lead andcoordinate the Annual Statutory Audit for SITCPL in compliance with theCompanies Act, 2013.
• Serve as theprimary point of contact for statutory auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure timelysubmission of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and managementresponses.
• Monitor auditprogress and drive closure of audit observations within established timelines.
• Supportmanagement in addressing audit findings and implementing corrective actionswhere required.
• InternalAudit Coordination
• Manage theAnnual Internal Audit process in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013.
• Coordinate withbusiness functions and audit teams to facilitate audit planning, execution, andreporting.
• Review auditobservations, obtain stakeholder responses, and ensure effective remediation ofidentified issues.
• Track andreport the status of audit action plans to management.
• Promotecompliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatoryrequirements.
• Oversee the SAPL6 Ledger (IN04) and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity offinancial transactions.
• Ensurecompliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, andstatutory requirements.
• Supportmonthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Review generalledger balances, reconciliations, and financial reports to identify and resolvediscrepancies.
• Maintain strongfinancial controls and support continuous process improvements in financialreporting.
• StakeholderManagement
• Collaboratewith finance, taxation, supply chain, payroll, and other functional teams toresolve audit and accounting matters.
• Provide timelyupdates and reporting to management on audit status, financial compliance, andkey risks.
• Build effectiverelationships with external auditors, internal auditors, and regulatorystakeholders.
• Regulatory Knowledge Strong knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013 and statutory audit requirements.
• Financial Expertise Expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and internal controls.
• SAP Proficiency Proficiency in SAP ERP, particularly General Ledger and financial reporting modules.
• Stakeholder Management Strong stakeholder management and effective communication skills.
• Analytical Thinking Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination capabilities.
• Time & Priority Management Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive activities to closure within strict timelines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor'sdegree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professionalqualification such as CA, CMA, ACCA,or equivalent — preferred.

Experience

• Demonstratedexperience in statutory audits, internal audits, financial accounting, andSAP-based financial reporting.
• Proven abilityto work effectively with auditors, senior management, and cross-functionalteams in a multinational environment.
• Workingknowledge of Indian accounting standards and regulatory frameworks applicableto large private limited entities