Risk Management and Compliance Lead

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This role will be part of team that ensure the design, implementation, and evolution of a robust compliance and controls framework across GBS. This role is central to ensuring that Global Business Services operates in accordance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). The ‘Risk Management and Compliance Lead’ will report to the ‘Head of Risk Management & Compliance - GBS’, partner with staff across all functional Finance and HR towers and align closely with GBS Project Teams to embed controls into transformation and digitization initiatives.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Perform GBS-wide compliance risk assessments and control mapping.
• Partner with the business to prepare and maintain SOX narratives and control documentation for GBS processes and perform testing to ensure compliance.
• Partner with staff across all functional Finance and HR towers to embed controls into standard processes and to ensure ongoing operational compliance.
• Prepare regular reporting to advise the ‘Head of Risk Management & Compliance – GBS’ and the GPO/SDLs on risk mitigation actions and control execution gaps.

Training and Communication

• Design and deliver training programs tailored to compliance requirements across all GBS towers.
• Ensure consistent communication of policy updates and new control expectations across GBS teams.
• Create compliance toolkits to support GBS coaching programs.

Auditing and Compliance Monitoring

• Plan, perform and execute periodic compliance audits and self-assessments.
• Oversee a self-testing program across all functional towers to proactively identify, remediate and track closure of control gaps before internal/external audits.
• Support the tower teams on self-assessments findings, interpreting results and mitigation plans.
• Track trends across self-testing outcomes and escalate systemic issues.
• Monitor real-time compliance across all delivery hubs and flag emerging issues.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with relevant local regulatory requirements.

Change & Project Compliance Integration

• Identify and implement changes that generate efficiencies and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Participate in GBS-led projects (automations, transitions) to ensure compliance and control design from the start.
• Review compliance frameworks for new tools and workflows.
• Align with the ‘Head of Risk Management & Compliance – GBS’ to ensure process design changes meet compliance requirements.

 

 

• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience, with at least 2 years in a global organization
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with focus on US GAAP.
• Expertise in SOX and operational compliance in shared services.
• Strong communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated success in cross-cultural, virtual team environments.

Attributes:

• Ability to obtain information and identify key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-term goal or vision (Strategic Decision Making)
• Ability to understand various business scenarios and make sound decisions by combining relevant factors to arrive at the best outcome (Business Acumen)
• Ability to drive to create experiences and opportunities that will lead to innovation. Ability to guide and influence other to navigate change. (Leading Change)
• Ability to gather, integrate, validate, and analyze relevant data to develop resolutions, findings, and recommendations. (Analytical Thinking)

• Ability to maintain a high level of collaboration among multiple internal and external stakeholders to effectively arrive at solutions and develop initiatives. (Collaboration)
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various internal and external customers globally. Ability to use tact and discretion in delivering critical and sensitive information to peers, stakeholders, and direct reports. (Communication)
• Ability to actively identify new areas for learning and opportunities to improve processes, tools, and mindset (Continuous improvement)
• Ability to maintain good customer relationship and initiate ways to improve customer experience (Customer service)
• Ability to clearly define objectives and set targets for the team that are consistent with and compliant to service delivery agreements, key performance indicators, and policies. (Planning and Organizing)
• Ability to identify and resolve varied and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and ability to recommend solutions for recurring and unique scenarios. (Problem Solving)
• Ability to monitor and measure progress and effectively drive individual and team results that supports the overall goal of the team. (Results Oriented

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, and service recognition awards.

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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