Lead Control Assurance

Role Title : Lead – Control Assurance

Work Location – Bengaluru (Availability to work in all SG GSC offices as per need)

Hybrid Model – weekly 3-4 days working from office

Organization Overview

Société Générale is one of the leading European financial services groups. Based on a diversified and integrated banking model, the Group combines financial strength and proven expertise in innovation with a strategy of sustainable growth, aiming to be the trusted partner for its clients, committed to the positive transformations of society and the economy.

Set up in 2000, Société Générale Global Solution Centre (SG GSC), a 100% owned subsidiary of Société Générale has over 12,000 employees across its Bangalore and Chennai facilities in India. The subsidiary is focused on Application Development and Maintenance, Infrastructure Management, Business Process Management and Knowledge Process Management, to Société Générale’s business lines across the world with focus on an outcome-based business approach.

We are an employee focused organization; known for the extensive opportunities we provide for career progression and development. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Purpose of the Role

Lead Finance engagement & partnership with Business at a Network level, acting as a single point of contact for all finance needs

Lead constructive challenge and positively influence cost Optimization initiatives within business

Ensure Fiscal / budget discipline, drive and manage Finance Business KPIs enabling early identification of potential risks & opportunities

Enable development & implementation of prudent business strategy to meet organization objectives

Maintain complete knowledge of business operations and functions & in-depth knowledge of latest business developments and market trends

Train, supervise & coach team members on business partnership requirements & skills

Own transformation agenda and lead strategic initiatives

Responsibilities in the Role

1. Assist in planning and scoping of controls, manage review execution, and support reporting.

2. Engage with senior stakeholders, including Department Heads and Exco members.

3. Demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on accounting processes, preferably with an Internal Audit or External Audit background within Investment Banking.

4. Support reviews and delivery management with a hands-on approach. Contribute to local and global initiatives across control Functions to promote operational excellence.

5. Hands on experience in delivering digital initiatives.

Qualifications/ Abilities/ Skills Required:

•Proficient understanding of Investment Banking products and processes, including key applications.

• Strong accounting knowledge and familiarity with IFRS.

• Ability to analyse both tactical and strategic topics effectively.

• Independent decision-making capability, persuasive communication, and a fact-seeking mindset.

• Excellent technical interpretation skills.

• Conduct thorough reviews of audit work papers and guide team members towards quality deliverables with a hands-on approach.

• Strong organizational skills in managing timelines for internal meetings, stakeholder interactions, and deliveries.

Why Join Us

“We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status”.