Abhishek Choudhary
Jaipur
Summary
Experienced Internal Auditor with extensive expertise in the manufacturing sector, specializing in evaluating and improving internal controls to ensure compliance and operational efficiency across diverse global environments. Currently serving as a Business Auditor on a regional team covering Africa, the Middle East, India, Oceania, and ASEAN. Recognized for driving corrective actions that enhance control frameworks and risk management, while fostering cross-functional collaboration to boost productivity, and support sustainable business growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Auditor
Ford Motors Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
04.2025 - Current
- Conducting business audits and process reviews to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Preparing detailed audit reports, highlighting findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
- Communicating audit findings to management and the Audit Committee for informed decision-making.
- Collaborating with management to develop and monitor action plans addressing identified issues.
- Leading sustainability reviews of operations' comments, providing critical assessments to management.
- Recommending control improvement actions based on operations' identified comments.
- Compiling Internal Audit Office submissions for IMG Audit Committee and relevant Group company Boards.
- Managing budgeting and forecasting processes for audit operations.
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
Nissan Motors India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
07.2022 - 04.2025
- Conducted risk assessments and evaluations of internal controls to identify discrepancies and potential vulnerabilities.
- Performed on-site internal and process audits of Manufacturing, Marketing, and Sales processes within group companies in the AMIEO region, focusing on ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Evaluated and refined internal control systems, and spearheaded initiatives to fortify governance frameworks, optimize operational efficiency, and mitigate risks in accordance with applicable Group Policy guidelines, thereby safeguarding organizational assets and integrity.
- Continuously monitored the implementation of audit recommendations across various business functions, and diligently executed remedial actions as necessary.
- Proactively optimized audit processes and methodologies, instituted robust quality assurance measures, and leveraged technology-driven solutions to streamline operations and bolster audit effectiveness.
- Led and developed the audit team, and collaborated effectively with stakeholders across regional boundaries.
- Built and maintained collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders across regional boundaries, facilitating seamless audit planning, execution, and post-audit recommendations, aligned with strategic business objectives.
Management Trainee
Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Prepared work documents and standard operating procedures (SOPs) with a focus on clarity, comprehensiveness, and alignment with organizational standards and best practices.
- Ensured adherence to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance requirements during month-end close and reporting processes, documenting procedures and outcomes for management review.
- Led process optimization initiatives using Lean Six Sigma principles and advanced Excel analysis techniques, resulting in a significant 25% reduction in the time required for specific activities.
- Identified risks inherent in pre-established processes through detailed analysis and evaluation, and recommended Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to mitigate potential issues and enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
New Delhi01-2020
B.Com. -
Rajasthan University
Jaipur05-2015
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Internal Audit
Institute of Internal Auditors
Skills
- Internal controls and auditing
- Risk assessment and management
- Business process improvement
- Operational efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Data analytics
- Multitasking and organization
- Audit planning
Accomplishments
- Identified underclaimed government incentives worth USD 600K through audit, driving remediation to recover full benefits
- Led cost-saving initiatives, optimizing overheads, and enforcing contracts, realizing EUR 2.5 Mil in savings
- Detected redundant parts pricing discrepancies, which led to USD 700K leakage and strengthened the parts pricing controls
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Business Auditor
Ford Motors Pvt. Ltd.
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
Nissan Motors India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2022 - 04.2025
Management Trainee
Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
10.2020 - 07.2022
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
B.Com. -
Rajasthan University
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Internal Audit
Institute of Internal Auditors