Abhishek L S
Independent Testing Specialist
Bengaluru
Summary
Detail-oriented Independent Control Testing Specialist with a strong background in conducting comprehensive thorough walkthroughs and control testing in banking and capital markets & Consumer Lending line of business for 5+ years. Proficient in conducting walkthroughs, perform control testing, developing comprehensive test strategies and evaluation results to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate risk. Effective team player with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Independent Testing Specialist
Wells Fargo
09.2022 - Current
- Extensively performed end to end 1 RCSA, 2 ICTs and 1 Issue Validation reviews within Consumer Lending Line of Business.
- Involved in all the activities performed from Plan & Prepare till Report result phase and updating EBTP.
- Proactively involved in conducting & leading walkthroughs, scoping, developing test scripts, test strategy and perform control testing under multiple Risk Assessable Units.
- Assisted new hires in obtaining system access, knowledge sharing and completing all mandatory trainings on time.
- Involved in organizing team events and scheduling team meetings.
Senior
Ernst and young
05.2018 - Current
- Worked on Control testing , Accounts Payables & receivables and other major accounts including cash disbursement, payroll, cash receipt, lease life cycle.
- Worked on Walkthrough procedures with client interaction to understand the process and reporting.
- Review general ledger accounts and supporting/reconciliation schedules to ensure transactions are being recorded and disclosed in the financial statements accurately in compliance with GAAP/IFRS guidelines.
- Majorly worked on Finance receivable valuation and finance receivable existence accounts for the term of 2 years.
- Specialization in US Mortgages Compliance audit – performed audit procedures that are to be compliant with HUD/GNMA regulations regarding pre-closing and post-closing of loans for Mortgage banks (specific to Single-family & Multi-family mortgage housing loans).
- Performed loan level testing for Loan Origination, Escrow administration, Loan Settlements, charge off, Foreclosure, Delinquency, foreclosure,REO, Short-sale. Also, performed review over underwriter procedures on closing and approving loans.
- Assessed company’s internal controls through inquiry or re-performance to assess the risk and materiality of control over financial reporting and recommending critical changes.
- Worked on substantive procedures like cut off testing, AUP leasing procedures, Bank confirmations.
- Perform periodic closing activities on a quarterly basis. Procedures include checking of various financial statements and reporting any accounting discrepancies timely and accurately.
- Managed strong client relationships to deliver exceptional service and maintain repeat business.
- Supervised and trained junior audit staff and student interns in how to effectively prepare data.
- Actively participating in additional responsibilities.
- Achieved more than 85% integration on the pilot engagements assisted on.
Intern
Indian Centre for Social Transformation (Infantry Road)
04.2017 - 05.2017
- Data Entry on E-Pasuhat government portal
- Project on Property Tax Reforms under the guidance of Fourth State Finance Commission
Intern
Slice Pay (Koramangala)
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Growth Hacker
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) -
CHRIST UNIVERSITY
Bangalore 06.2015 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
St Francis PU College
Bangalore 06.2013 - 05.2015
SSLC -
Christ School
Bangalore 06.2012 - 04.2013
Skills
MS Office
undefinedAccomplishments
- Received 3 Spot Awards and BRAVO in Rewards & Recognition for delivering the Quality work efficiently at EY.
- Received exceptional feedback from Onshore team for good quality of work and communication.
- EY Bronze Badge - Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Additional Information
Hobbies
- Watching movies
- Learning new things
- playing games
ACHIEVEMENTS:
- Participated in Business Fests like Marketing and ED
- Took part as a Volunteering in many events like Cognito, Inbloom
- Worked with organizing committee for inter-college Fest
- Won several medals in Shot put during school
- Participated in Budget conference held in 2017
Timeline
Independent Testing Specialist
Wells Fargo
09.2022 - Current
Senior
Ernst and young
05.2018 - Current
Intern
Indian Centre for Social Transformation (Infantry Road)
04.2017 - 05.2017
Intern
Slice Pay (Koramangala)
12.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) -
CHRIST UNIVERSITY
06.2015 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
St Francis PU College
06.2013 - 05.2015
SSLC -
Christ School
06.2012 - 04.2013
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