Compliance Manager Job Vacancy at Syngenta Zambia
Job Purpose Drive effective and sustainable implementation of Internal Control Framework (ICF) and segregation of duty (SoD) risk management framework
Continuously monitor emerging internal control risks and update existing controls and processes to respond to these risks
Contribute to create a compliance culture within the organization
Detect and report to appropriate Syngenta management any violation or deviation from standards and practices including the code of conduct, laws and other misconduct
Job Responsibilities Operational responsibility Support Finance SBS processes in country and ensure all these processes / activities follow local & group compliance standards
Support Country Finance Services Head to ensure for all legal entities in country that there is a strong and effective internal control framework in place including Delegated Authorities and Segregation of Duties
Facilitate that assets are safeguarded in accordance with Corporate Policies and Procedures. Support preparation of all financial & defined management reporting to fulfil reporting requirements, including legal, VAT, social insurances, statistical information and support local statutory finance head on tax and statutory reporting requirements
Ensure SOX compliance and manage country SOX reporting. This requires the job holder to understand the end to end processes (eg Accounting to Reporting, Procure to Pay etc) and key internal controls for these processes and ensure that the processes operate effectively and are documented and tested as necessary in accordance with SOX or other requirements.
Lead and manage coordination of annual Letter of Assurance (LoA) process in the Territory and ensure timely implementation of follow-up action
Facilitate internal /external audits, and drive sustainable and timely remediation of outstanding audit issues
Support assessment and remediation/mitigation of SoD risks occuring in SAP and non-SAP environment
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Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Accounting and / or Finance degree and CPA or CMA designation is highly desirable along with experience in a public accounting firm
5 years of working experience in Finance, Audit or Financial Compliance
Experience in the design, implementation and monitoring of internal controls ,compliance process management and compliance knowledge within a complex, matrix organization and across different functions
Project and change management experience
Sound accounting knowledge through relevant qualification (CPA or similar)
Intimate knowledge of Syngenta Compliance framework and Code of Conduct
Sound knowledge of risk management, internal controls and finance good practice processes
Solid understanding of internal control framework & SoX 404