Abhishek Somayaji N
Manager In Technology Risk Assurance
Bangalore
Summary
Abhishek Somayaji N, Commence in Post graduate, worked with the Technology Risk Assurance services practice of BDO India Pvt LLP as a Manager with a total 8 years of experience, Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during a successful career. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with co-workers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. He is CISA certified. Being travel to USA in 2023 for the client setup and also handled end to end client audit.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Manager
BDO India LLP
10.2025 - Current
- Lead and managed top clients across, Healthcare, telecommunication and media, real estate and Airline industry in India, US and UK geography.
- Responsible for testing ITGCs(GITCs), ITACs and Report Testing for various engagements.
- Engaged in conducting multiple external IT audit projects which consists of IT General Controls covering Access Management, Change Management, Program Development and Computer Operations.
- Engaged in supporting implementation project for healthcare client from ECC to S4 HANA.
- Performed Testing and Documenting ITAC around P2P, O2C, R2R Business Process for SOX 404 and other regulatory guidelines.
- Performed and uplifted key documentations and testing approach on tight deadlines per SOX 404 and other regulatory guidelines.
- Independently involved in pre-engagement activities.
- Garnered experience in IT Audit, with a comprehensive understanding of IT controls, Policies, and standards, focusing on both design and operating effectiveness.
- Conducted kick-off calls and lead walkthroughs for controls.
- Gained hands-on exposure on SOC reporting for a limited time period.
- Team Building: Helped develop and grow junior resources and gave critical insights and trainings on an ad-hoc basis.
- Conducted internal training sessions over Audit methodology for new joiners in the team.
- Worked on Teams from other service lines to help achieve targets and deadlines. Managed all aspects of IT audits reviewing Manage Access, Manage Change and IT operations.
- Significantly improved the IT audit process by working directly with the Client and External Audit Partners.
- Draft audit results for reporting in accordance with departmental reporting standards.
- Monitor the progress of the audit, including the work of all staff consultants, to ensure completion of the audit within the scheduled time.
- Proactively communicate with key stakeholders regarding audit status, findings and other relevant issues through periodic meetings or email.
- Actively participate in decision making with engagement management and seek to understand the broader impact of current decisions.
- Review and manage work of SOX analyst (IT and Finance).
- Responsible for planning and executing basic to complex portions of the Risk & Control Services plan including audit activities and SOX compliance activities.
- Review audit project plans, work papers and audit reports, including discussing issues with management, and ensuring adequate quality control is in operation. Follows up on replies to reports, reviews replies and posts audit reviews. Operations including time management, performance reporting, scheduling staff resources.
- Team handling of 20 members along with the different stake holder of the client facing.
Assistant Manager
KPMG global delivery services
Bangalore
05.2023 - 10.2025
- Lead and managed top clients across Consumer goods, Healthcare and Airline industry in US and UK geography.
- Responsible for testing ITGCs(GITCs), ITACs and Report Testing for various engagements.
- Engaged in conducting multiple external IT audit projects which consists of IT General Controls covering Access Management, Change Management, Program Development and Computer Operations.
- Engaged in supporting implementation project for healthcare client from ECC to S4 HANA.
- Performed Testing and Documenting ITAC around P2P, O2C, R2R Business Process for SOX 404 and other regulatory guidelines.
- Performed and uplifted key documentations and testing approach on tight deadlines per SOX 404 and other regulatory guidelines.
- Independently involved in pre-engagement activities.
Senior Consultant
EY global delivery Service
Bangalore
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Worked in the ITGC Managed Services with the project of User Access Review (UAR) having more 100K users in Production system among various non-SAP platforms supporting organisation in IT general controls and for them to be SOX compliant.
- Supervised and managed various client engagements and projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality audit services while adhering to project timelines and budget constraints.
- Mentored and guided Associates to excelling their roles, addressing day-to-day responsibilities, and providing them with the necessary support for professional growth.
- Conducted thorough reviews of deliverables, maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy throughout the engagement lifecycle.
- Delivered effective classroom technical training to prepare Associates for the challenges of executing engagements with confidence.
- Collaborated closely with process owners to update and maintain process documentation, including Risk Control matrices and flowcharts, enhancing the effectiveness of controls.
- Led walk-through and remediation testing of existing SOX documentation, ensuring compliance with the annual SOX test plan and promptly addressing any identified deficiencies.
- Provided valuable insights and recommendations to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and asset utilization, contributing to process improvements and overall risk management strategies.
Analyst Risk Associate
Grant Thornton US
Bangalore
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducted financial, compliance, and operational audits, effectively planning and executing SOX404 engagements across diverse industries.
- Played a vital role in the planning, execution, and reporting of various SOX404 audits, including testing ITGC, IACT.
- Thoroughly tested SOC1 and SOC2 controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Communicated and coordinated with clients to understand audit execution requirements and fostered strong client relationships throughout the audit process.
- Managed audit resources, including planning and allocating workloads, implementing quality control measures, and ensuring best practices were followed.
- Interacted with key client management, gathering essential information, resolving audit-related issues, and recommending process improvements for better efficiency.
- Identified risks, errors, and control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems through in-depth research and assessment, proposing corrective actions to client management.
Education
M.Com - Management Account
01.2017
Skills
Internal Audit
External Audit
SOX404Compliance
Risk Assessment
Information Technology Auditing
Application Verification
Team Management
Project Management
Certification
CISA
Timeline
Manager
BDO India LLP
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
KPMG global delivery services
05.2023 - 10.2025
Senior Consultant
EY global delivery Service
05.2021 - 05.2023
Analyst Risk Associate
Grant Thornton US
07.2018 - 05.2021
M.Com - Management Account
Industry lines
- Pharmaceutical and consumer packaged goods manufacturing company
- Marketing Solution Provider
- Multinational Technology Company
- Real-state
- Insurance
Awards and recognition.
Supervised team of 20 staff members on multiple engagements at the same time, Achieved best team of the year twice accuracy and efficiency., Received several client recognition awards, Travel to US for the client setup in 2022 to 2023
Industry lines
- Pharmaceutical and consumer packaged goods manufacturing company
- Marketing Solution Provider
- Multinational Technology Company
- Real-state
- Insurance