Finance Controls and Compliance Lead

Finance Controls and Compliance LeadDescription -The Global Risk Organization provides a unique opportunity to get a broad view of HP businesses and processes in a relatively short period of time. The team is tasked with assessing how HP management is managing the inherent risk in our large, diverse and rapidly changing company....a huge challenge!The Principal will be engaged to enhance, monitor, and provide ongoing assurance over the company’s internal controls. This position is critical for management’s assessment of internal controls over financial reporting.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Develops and oversees control systems to prevent or deal with violations of legal guidelines and internal policiesDrives ongoing evaluation of the control environment to review the efficiency and effectiveness of controls and ongoing improvementsKeeps abreast of regulatory developments within the company as well as evolving best practices in the compliance and controls spaceDrives adherence to regulations in all aspects and levels of businessProvides guidance on compliance matters and identifies hidden risks or non-conformity issuesReviews the work of global control owners to identify compliance issues and provides advice, training and assistance with developing remediation plansPartners with the internal audit function and external auditors to facilitate successful control testing outcomesManages highly complex global projects or initiatives.  Develops plans, designs, implementation roadmap, communication plan, and ensures delivery of specific finance initiatives.  Typically partners with internal clients at the Director-level or aboveStays abreast of cross-functional/cross-organizational programs. Bring strategic insights in dealing with complex strategic issues.Prepares reports for executive management and external regulatory bodies as neededEnsures timely and effective delivery of programs under scopeEducation and Experience Required:Meets the licensing or certification requirements of the relevant country or region (e.g., CPA, CA, CIA or its equivalent).  Certified compliance professional is a plusBSc/BA in accounting, finance, business administration or related fieldProven experience as compliance manager.  Advanced knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment as it relates to internal audit, including emerging legislation, auditing standards and accounting principles.Advanced knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance and auditing processes and methodologiesKnowledge and Skills:Excellent communication, influence and presentation skills which can adapt to a wide variety of audiencesSuperior understanding of accounting and compliance principles, ability to provide compliance and finance consultation to senior leaders within area of expertiseExcellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping along with business acumen partnered with a dedication to compliance and legalityAn analytical mind able to “see” the complexities of procedures and regulations.  Superior quantitative and qualitative analytical skillsExcellent project management, process design and prioritization skills, combined with diligence and attention to detailExcellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to coordinate teams across geographies and functionsStrong leadership, consulting, influence, negotiation conflict resolution skillsAbility to apply management core competencies in working with both internal clients and external partnershipsExceptional financial and business acumen; in-depth business and industry knowledgeJob -FinanceSchedule -Full timeShift -No shift premium (India)Travel -Relocation -EEO Tagline - HP Inc. is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.