Connect to your IndustryThe Controls Advisory team supports those accountable for managing organisations technology risks and compliance requirements through driving efficiency, effectiveness, and modernisation of their control environment to achieve better business outcomes. We focus on increasing our client's confidence in their compliance and control whilst reducing cost and effort.Our team works cross industry helping senior client leaders with some of their most important and reputationally impactful challenges.Connect to your career at DeloitteDeloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.Connect to your opportunityAs an Associate Director, you will lead and oversee a variety of SAP controls design and transformation work including the use of SAP GRC solutions across a portfolio of diversified clients in different industries where you will be required to lead and collaborate effectively. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SAP automated business controls, General IT Controls and a strong understanding of SAP GRC solutions with a particular focus on SAP GRC Process Control, Risk Management and Audit Management. An understanding of SAP Risk and Assurance Management (RAM) would also be beneficial.The candidate should be able to demonstrate experience leading teams through end-to-end SAP controls transformation programmes and GRC implementations at large and complex organisations, from scoping and planning through to design, implementation and deployment. You will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:
Lead teams towards the design and implementation of technology-enabled controls in SAP for key business areas such as Order to Cash (OTC), Procure to Pay (PTP), and Record to Report (RTR) as well as IT.
Experience supporting large and complex organisations to maximise the returns from their investment in S/4HANA through automation and systemisation of the control environment.
A strong understanding of business controls, from design, deployment, and operation through to testing and assurance.
Designing and building innovative solutions to maximise the value derived from SAP GRC Products through automation and monitoring, including Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) over configured and transactional controls in S/4HANA and the deployment of system-driven workflows to streamline risk and control activities.
Lead teams towards successful delivery of the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP GRC products to systemise and automate the operation, monitoring and testing of controls at large organisations and report using standard and custom dashboards
Advising on an optimal solution design to suit the specific regulatory and internal requirements that the organisation must adhere to.
Maintaining a strong understanding of the Governance, Risk and Compliance market and regulatory environment such as SoX, PCAOB, UK Corporate Reform etc.
Manage and mentor a team of SAP Controls specialists, fostering their growth and ensuring high-quality performance.
Work closely with IT, Audit, Compliance, and other business teams to align SAP Controls design with business needs and compliance requirements.
Collaborate with the functional and other project team to ensure Controls are designed and embedded within processes
Project manage delivery and communicate engagement issues and findings to senior management and client personnel.
Lead market activities including preparing and finalising GTM materials, responding to proposals and bid activities.
Leading strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel, ensuring quality in delivering of client service.
Connect to your skills and professional experienceYou work collaboratively within diverse teams. Someone who connects with team members and shares information and ideas within the team. You always treat others with respect, clarifying expectations and confidently contributing to team discussions.You employ critical thinking to support solving business problems. You analyse problems objectively by considering facts, relevant professional standards or research, data and differing perspectives to support solutioning. You understand the importance of technology on our stakeholders' operations for the areas we collaborate with the.Respects the needs of colleagues and builds cooperative relationships. You embrace diversity across teams, and respects and values contributions of those from diverse backgrounds fostering a team environment.Specifically, candidates should possess the following attributes:
Extensive experience in Control design and implementations, ability to lead and drive end to end assessment, design and implementation
Extensive experience leading SAP GRC implementations, especially GRC Process Control, Risk Management, Risk & Assurance Management
Experience in integrating SAP GRC Process Control with other solutions including GRC Access Control including BTP.
Strong understanding of the SAP authorisation concepts related to SAP GRC solutions.
Proficiency in SAP platforms such as ECC, S/4HANA, Fiori, and other relevant modules.
Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulatory requirements, and the impact of these requirements on the requirements and design of GRC solutions.
Experience applying automation to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of process and control using technologies such as Continuous Controls Monitoring and data analytics.
An understanding of the technical architecture underlying SAP GRC Products.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, drive deadlines, and lead teams effectively.
Able to clearly articulate complex solution design decisions and principles to senior stakeholders throughout an implementation project.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Excellent oral and written communication skills including in English (proficient)
Clearly communicate engagement issues and findings to senior management and client personnel.
DesirablesThe following will be considered an asset:
Working knowledge of GRC products like SAP Process Control, SAP Access Controls/IAG, Risk Management, Audit Management, Risk & Assurance Management
CISA, CISSP, or other relevant certifications.
As recent events have reminded us, there are no certainties in business. Risk is everywhere. But so is opportunity. Your expertise will help our clients stay one step ahead of what hasn't even been imagined yet.Connect to your business - Technology and TransformationDistinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That's what connects us. That's what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we'll make an impact that matters.Personal independenceRegulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.Connect with your colleagues“At Deloitte you're surrounded by subject matter experts; industry experts, technology experts, and you can access that knowledge whenever you need to."-Christian, Finance Transformation"We have a great culture, and the number of opportunities here mean you can develop as an individual in the direction that suits you best."-Gurpal, Risk Finance TransformationOur hybrid working policyYou'll be based in one of our UK locations with hybrid working.At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That's why we'll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you'll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You'll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.Connect to your return to work opportunityAre you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break?For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more. If this is relevant for you, just let your recruiter know when you make your application.Our commitment to youMaking an impact is more than just what we do: it's why we're here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we're nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we'll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it's only when you're comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.Your expertise is our capability, so we'll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it's from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you'll learn every day. Through world-class development, you'll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you'll learn how to lead.Connect to your next stepA career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you'll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You'll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you'll never stop growing, whatever your level.Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careersRTWPROG WPFULL SLTTECH LOCOFFICE
