Audit Analytics Lead

At Clariant, the Internal Audit (IA) team, as a third line of defense, plays a vital role in providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services. Guided by global IIA standards and a commitment of adding value, the team's purpose is to improve processes and prepare Clariant for the digital future. The IA team supports the organization in achieving its objectives by taking a systematic, disciplined approach to assess and enhance governance, risk management, and control processes. The team is driven by the Clariant Code of Ethics, which outlines core principles and values.

Data analytics is a key part of the Internal Audit digital strategy, and as an Internal Audit Analytics Lead, the role is crucial within the IA team. In this position, the individual will help expand the team's data analytics capabilities and integrating it into regular process audits in Clariant. The role involves monitoring and enhancing the analytics platform, delivering business process risk insights, and continuously assessing risks. The person in this position will evaluate and report on controls effectiveness, risk management, and governance processes during regular and special audits. Collaboration on the design and enhancement of digital risk assurance tools will also be key.

This position reports directly to the Global Head of Internal Audit and works closely with the Senior Audit Manager for Digital, Methodology & QA. The role is based in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, India.

Responsibilities:

-Lead and enhance the IA Data Driven Review program by analyzing data, providing insights, and ensuring continuous quality improvement.

-Own and manage the continuous monitoring analytics, tracking key risk indicators, identifying emerging risks, and communicating them to guide audit planning.

-Develop and implement data analytics solutions to support various audits, including operational, financial, project, and standalone data analytics audits.

-Prepare, analyze, and visualize data across all stages of the audit lifecycle to support decision-making and process improvements. Communicate the results to different global stakeholders.

-Identify innovative opportunities for applying analytics to enhance risk assurance and optimize business processes.

-Manage the maintenance and alignment of analytics tools, collaborate on team training, and oversee the transition of analytics products to business functions and the second line.

Requirements:

-University degree in Audit, Accounting, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related fields.

-More than 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a global manufacturing organization or Big 4.

-Strong analytical and audit skills with keen attention to detail, enabling rapid assessment of processes, risks, and controls while ensuring accurate and clear insights.

-Strong knowledge of SAP data models and SAP standard modules.

-Desired experience with analytics tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, R, process mining, machine learning, ETL, APA (Analytics Process Automation), ETL, AWS, MS Azure, etc.

-Highly motivated to learn new tools and help identify new solutions.

-Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to global stakeholders on different management levels.

-Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box and innovate solutions.

-Value team accomplishments more than individual wins

-Fluent in English, other languages are an advantage

-CIA, CISA, or other audit, and compliance certifications are a plus

-Willing and able to travel globally up to 25%

Our offer:

Company Culture:

-Be part of an amazing team, who will be there to support you.

-A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies.

-Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities

-Inclusive Work Environment

-Approachable Leadership

-Long term growth opportunity

-Work-Life Balance

-Speak Up Culture

Benefits:

-Hybrid Work Mode- 3 days in office and 2 days remote

-Child Day Care facility fully sponsored by Clariant

-In-house Cafeteria & Subsidized meals

-30 Days Annual Paid Leaves

-Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up

-Centralized Company Transport for Designated Routes (Regular shift)

-Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program

-Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance

-Maternity & Parental leave policies

-Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan

-On-Site Medical Assistance for Employees