Assistant Manager - JSOX

The role reports to the JSOX Manager, supports the testing of internal controls related to Japan Sarbanes-Oxley (JSOX) compliance, ensures the execution and independent evaluation of dentsu s control environment of effective internal control over financial reporting primarily covering the Company Level Controls (CLC), Business Process Controls (BPC) and Financial Reporting controls within the three regions (APAC, Americas and EMEA).

• Develop test procedures for controls testing by effectively identifying key financial, operational, technology and related business risks
• Develop complete and accurate work papers to a high-quality standard that substantiate and evidence findings in Riskonnect and review work papers from junior members and co-source providers.
• Work closely with regional JSOX leads in executing the JSOX program for the respective regions and markets.
• Effectively communicate to control owners any control deficiencies identified, liaise with financial audit firm (KPMG) and CoE s co-sourcing partner firm in testing controls and aligning on deficiencies, and identify appropriate action plans to mitigate control failures.
• Assist the Manager and regional leads with the preparation of appropriate reporting as needed
• Support the team on delivering to the Function s KPIs.
• Work with other team members to ensure JSOX test work and other projects are delivered as expected meeting the department and JSOX standards.
• Work with the Function s leadership team, to maintain and develop relationships with key stakeholders, and proactively seek feedback, to help ensure the audit work carried out adequately addresses the key risks in the Group
• Support in the execution of JSOX program, processes and controls across APAC, EMEA and Americas regions and successfully manage relationships.
• Communicate with relevant 2nd line global/region/cluster/market functions (e.g., Financial Controllers, Corp Secretary, Legal, IT, and Global Group Risk and Control executives and management.
• Requires a deep understanding of dentsu s business processes as well as IT environment, SOX compliance requirements, IT audit and risk management; working closely with the finance, controllership and audit teams to ensure that the companys JSOX controls are designed and operating effectively.

• 4 - 6 years+ experience with Chartered Accountant qualification from ICAI and /or CPA preferred
• Experience working for Big 4 or Internal audit at publicly listed company.
• Professional experience in internal controls, internal audit, or risk management is essential with a focus on JSOX or US SOX.
• Strong command of written/verbal English communication required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for identifying risks, assessing controls, and recommending improvements to internal control processes.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Related professional certificates as plus (e.g., CIA, CISA, CFE, Risk Management).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and organisation skills.
• Internal controls, Compliance and Risk Management experience.
• Attention to detail
• Familiarity within the media/advertising industry is a plus