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Audit | US GAAP | PCAOB | SOX | Internal Controls (Design & Testing) | Data Analytics in Audit

About

Audit professional with strong experience in US GAAP, PCAOB standards, and SOX compliance. Skilled in audit planning, risk assessment, and leading end-to-end audit engagements. Extensive exposure in internal financial controls including design, implementation, and testing. Proven ability to manage client relationships, lead teams, and deliver high-quality audit outcomes. Core expertise: US GAAP | SOX | Internal Controls | Risk Management | Audit Analytics

Location

Pune District

Work experience

Audit Senior at Deloitte, May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo, Pune District, • Led external audit engagements for 8+ US/UK-listed clients in the TMT sector, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and PCAOB auditing standards across public and private companies. • Utilized data analytics, AI-assisted audit tools, and Excel automation to perform high-volume transaction testing and anomaly detection, improving audit efficiency and reducing cycle time. • Designed and implemented risk-based audit plans, including materiality assessment and scoping, for complex multi-entity engagements, reducing low-risk testing. • Managed and coached audit teams (5–8 members), handling engagement planning, resource allocation, and performance management to meet deadlines and budget targets. • Executed substantive audit procedures across key financial statement areas: Revenue Recognition, Debt, Fixed Assets, Equity, Accruals, Prepaids, and Payroll. • Evaluated internal controls, identified control deficiencies, and provided remediation recommendations. • Received Deloitte Applause Award (2x) for strong performance on high-priority audit engagements.

Senior Audit Assistant at Deloitte, Mar 2022 - May 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Assurance Executive at EY, Apr 2021 - Feb 2022 · 11 mos, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Led and executed end-to-end Statutory Audits, Limited Reviews, and Tax Audits for prominent listed clients in the Financial Services sector. Gained hands-on experience in evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and delivering high-quality assurance deliverables. Conducted detailed analytical reviews of financial statements, with a strong focus on the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Comprehensive Income, identifying and investigating significant year-on-year variances. Delivered key regulatory certifications including: • Net Worth Certificates (as per stock exchange regulations) • Annual Performance Review reports of Wholly Owned Subsidiaries (as per FEMA) • 10AA Certificates (under the Income Tax Act) Demonstrated a strong understanding of financial reporting standards, audit methodology, and sector-specific nuances within financial services

Article Assistant at Banshi Jain and Associates, Aug 2016 - Jul 2019 · 3 yrs, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Actively contributed as a core team member in conducting Central Statutory and Tax Audits of Government undertakings, along with Joint Audits in the Banking and Insurance sectors—ensuring full compliance with regulatory and reporting standards. Gained diverse industry exposure through execution of: • Tax and Transfer Pricing Audits for Logistics companies • Statutory Audits for Real Estate clients, with detailed scrutiny of financial records as per the Companies Act • Comprehensive Audits for Retail businesses, including inventory verification and preparation of financial statements aligned with Accounting Standards and CARO reporting requirements Developed a strong foundation in audit planning, execution, documentation, and client interaction while adhering to stringent timelines and quality expectations.

Education

Chartered Accountant, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Business/Commerce, General, Mumbai University Mumbai