Global Risk and Brand Protection
GLOBALINDEPENDENCEANALYST(Contractor)
The ideal GR&BP candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic work environment. They must also be able to;
- Ensure the quality, integrity, and completeness of data related to clients and related parties in various independence compliance systems of the firm.
- Support engagement teams and firms in complying with independence policies of regulatory bodies in addition to the IESBA, SEC, AICPA and PCAOB
- Evaluating the information to ensure that there is no potential conflict of interest, in terms of services and financial interests to maintain Auditor Independence
- Ensuring that all financial relationships held by Deloitte professionals and other compliance related information are accurately recorded as per policies.
- Define and implement Independence processes and support system deployment activities.
- Assist with training of firms on processes and addressing questions related to Independence policies.
Workyoulldo
As a part of this team, you will be involved with and required to:
- Carry out assigned tasks to ensure compliance with the firm's policies and regulations in the areas of independence, compliance and risk.
- Perform secondary research to ensure the data provided by firms is accurate.
- Run periodic reports to ensure data within various dashboards are up to date.
- Interact/coordinate frequently with firms to ensure compliance with the regulatory policies. Consistently apply one's knowledge to identify and resolve exceptions to policies in a timely manner.
- Assist with reconciliation of data to maintain consistency and accuracy across multiple internal systems.
- Work on updating documentation for relevant processes ensuring guidance is up to date and in line with changes in the process.
- Participate in User Acceptance Testing as part of system deployment activities.
- Work on projects as required and contribute to developing best practices.
- Come up with innovative ideas to enhance the process and actively contribute to the knowledge sharing initiatives.
Qualificationsand Experience:
- Postgraduate/MBA Finance/MCom or related field
- 0-2 years of total/relevant experience
Required Skillset:
- Basic knowledge of common financial instruments such as equities, mutual funds, loans and insurance products
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with individuals ranging from staff to partners
- Effective time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical skills with an emphasis on attention to detail and professional skepticism such that the circumstances surrounding an issue are properly documented in the applicable system(s)
- Strong ability to follow procedures consistently, knowing when to seek guidance
- Strong research skills and familiarity with various research tools (e.g. Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion
- Ability and interest to participate in special projects as needed
- Proficient with technology tools such as Microsoft Office MS Excel, Word, Power Point (knowledge on database tools and analytics applications a plus)
- Ability to work extra hours/overtime during busy seasons
- Ability to adapt to changes in process and team dynamics
- Understanding of Independence requirements for a professional services/audit firm a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic work environment
