About this role
Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.
VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.
VIL ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce.
Job Title:
Lead ICFR Controls
Job Code:
22000903
Designation:
Manager - Corporate Assurance
Band:
M1
Function:
Finance
Sub-Function:
Corporate Assurance
Reports To:
DGM – Corporate Assurance
No. of Direct Reports
Nil
Location Type:
COR
No. of Direct + Indirect Reports
Nil
Job Purpose
The Lead ICFR Controls Testing executes the ICFR management testing, including Entity Level Controls (ELC), Control Self-Assessment (CSA) monitoring, and external audit coordination for assigned processes, business units and locations ensuring that the ICFR controls in these are tested to standard, deficiencies are identified, and audit evidence is submitted accurately and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the ICFR management testing plan, including ELC, for assigned processes, business units and locations — conducting DE, OE, and Roll Forward tests per the annual calendar.
- Govern CSA submissions— verifying planning completion, RCM alignment, evidence quality, and resolving submission issues within defined timelines.
- Coordinate ICFR audit activities with external auditors — aligning control scope and sample sizes, submitting evidence within agreed timelines, and tracking open issues to closure.
- Maintain and update RCM documentation for assigned processes, business units and locations — ensuring controls reflect current process design and are confirmed by the process owners.
- Identify control deficiencies, document root-cause analysis, and drive remediation actions by the process owners.
- Support quality review cycles — addressing reviewer comments within defined turnaround windows and updating the MIS with evidence on schedule.
- Drive value addition through automation and system-based testing on applicable controls.
- Execute special projects and continuous monitoring assignments as directed — sharing learnings and applying new tools and methods.
Technical/ Functional Competencies
- ICFR Control Testing (DE/OE/Roll Forward)
- Risk and Control Matrix (RCM) Maintenance
- Control Self-Assessment (CSA) Monitoring
- Audit Evidence Management and Coordination
- IND-AS / Companies Act Control Requirements
- Exception-Based and Automation-Driven Sampling
Behavioural & Leadership Competencies
- First-Time-Right Approach
- Analytical Thinking
- Accountability and Ownership
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Collaboration
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Education Qualification
Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.
Alternatively: MBA Finance or B.Com with relevant professional audit qualification (CIA/CISA).
Years of working experience
Minimum 3 years total with at least 2 years in ICFR/SOX control testing or internal/statutory audit in a corporate or professional services environment.
Working Relationship
Internal Stakeholders
- Corporate Assurance Head
- Control Ops Vertical Head — functional oversight
- Control owners and control operators
- ICFR / GRC team peers — shared testing standards and quality review
- IT and SAP team — system-driven control evidence
External Stakeholders
- Statutory Auditors — ICFR sample alignment, evidence submission, issue tracking
- Internal Audit (if applicable) — evidence provision and finding coordination
Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership