Shell Phillipines-ManilaThe primary responsibilities of the Compliance Specialist roles are as follows;Delivery of planned tests within the agreed Collective Due Date (if the evidence is made available by the control operator on the Collective agreed Test Date);Propose recommendations with the objective of improving the test script and / or processes within the control which could result in more effective and efficient control process;Responsible for testing more complex controls (i.e. RDS Key controls, some access related controls, controls with multiple applications, etc.);Update of Collective with the Test Result;Update of Evidence to SharePoint;Notifies FO IRM Compliance Lead if testing approach is not according to the agreed End to End Process (E2E);Take direction from and report to the FO IRM Compliance Lead, & Onshore IRM stakeholders;Take corrective action as a result of the peer review.In addition, the IRM Compliance Specialist would be responsible for ensuring testing processes are carried out to a high standard by having in place a system of peer review of the test procedures & results;Work with Onshore IRM, Team Leads and other Testers to ensure the quality of tests delivered to the required standard.Work with Onshore IRM CMO Compliance Analyst to resolve any quality issues.
Special Challenges:The nature and timing of deliverables requires a rapid on-boarding to be in place in order for the team to effectively produce required deliverables. Incumbents will need to be flexible to get up to speed and provide the necessary support to the IRM organization.The ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results within a specified timeframe.Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills are vital to this role. FO IRM Compliance Specialist has frequent interactions with stakeholders at senior levels. The individual needs to be capable and credible in these situations, as well as with all other stakeholders throughout the business.
Principal Accountabilities:Perform testing of the design and operating effectiveness of IT Controls within the Company’s business processes covering several locations. Execute audit and internal controls reviews with a specific focus on risk with financial, operational and compliance impact.Execute implementation, documentation and test of controls under the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) corporate governance program. Support the team to propose practical and actionable recommendations to improve controls and address deficiencies.Build specialized process knowledge in the area of responsibility which is required for value added risk and assurance support to the relevant process and business and serve as subject matter expert in specified areas of the Company’s IT Controls where people within or outside the FO IRM Team can seek inputs.On-boards new joiners and provide coaching and training when it comes to the E2E Process and ways of working.Initiates back-up role in the absence of TL.Provides support to peers if ever there are issues which needs to be resolved particularly on findings and recommendations raised during testing.Identify, evaluate and suggest best business practices in various areas of the business under his/her responsibility.To further drive and support other continuous improvement initiatives within the team and / or the processes being supported by the compliance Specialist.Requirements
Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience:The role requires an individual with a strong audit & governance background, specifically with strong system knowledge & capability.Preference for qualified CPA, with CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or CRISC (Certified Risk and Information System Control) who have solid IT audit experience.Sound knowledge of internal controls/ internal audit methodologies, risk management together with practical knowledge in this area including planning and executing audits/test/walkthroughs and implementing controls frameworks within the business/ process.Knowledge of SOX Methodology, SOX issues, IT Controls and IT RiskContinuous improvement mindset highly desirableIT literate and very proficient with MS Office including Excel and Power PointStrong communication, influencing and interpersonal skills including stakeholder managementExcellent in time management skills with the ability to prioritize and balance workloads
