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Addit Sethi

Addit Sethi

Kolkata

Summary

Statutory auditor with over 4 years of diversified experience, having successfully led and contributed to more than 65 client engagements across sectors such as real estate, private equity, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and consulting. Demonstrated expertise in complex audit procedures, accounting consultation, and tax compliance. Known for handling high-complexity projects, managing large teams, and directly collaborating with CFOs and stakeholders. Currently seeking to pivot into a core finance role, leveraging strong analytical, compliance, and financial reporting expertise.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Audit Associate / Senior

EY GDS
08.2021 - Current

1. Fund of Funds (Real Estate Investment)

  • Led end-to-end audits for 40+ investment entities within a large-scale real estate fund-of-funds structure.
  • Conducted fair value testing using DCF methodology, IRR analysis, and preference waterfall calculations.
  • Performed impairment testing and ensured REIT compliance and partnership taxation accuracy.
  • Managing a team of 10 professionals on a high-complexity, 10,000+ hour engagement since last 4 years.
  • Engaged in direct communication with the CFO, internal auditors, and consultants.

2. Consulting Company

  • Audited payroll, tax withholdings, operating expenses and SG&A expenses for a consulting firm servicing multiple sectors.
  • Conducted GAAP checklist reviews and compliance testing.
  • Managing a team of 4–6 auditors for a yearly 5000+ hour engagement over 2 consecutive years.

3. Construction Company

  • Audited revenue recognition, WIP, and long-term contracts for a multi-billion dollar construction client.
  • Tested asset acquisition/disposition and unrealized/realized gain/loss recognition.
  • Reviewed tangible and intangible asset depreciation/amortization.

4. Lease Company

  • Performed revenue recognition testing for operating and financing leases.
  • Executed contract compliance, covenant testing, and debt confirmation procedures.
  • Tested rental income recognition in accordance with applicable standards.

5. Private Equity

  • Prepared and reviewed preference waterfall models and management fee testing.
  • Tested equity contributions and distributions in accordance with LLP/LLCA agreements.

6. Fortune 500 Manufacturing Client

  • Audited cash, inventory valuation (cost and fair value), and sales cycles.
  • Physical verification of the inventory.
  • Performed detailed Account receivable and Account payable testing.

7. Hospitality Client (Cross-Functional Accounting Advisory)

  • Assisted in preparing financial statements and tax compliance deliverables.
  • Handled complex bookkeeping entries during cross-utilization in the accounting consultation team.

Education

US CPA -

Master's - commerce

Bachelor's - commerce

Skills

  • MS Excel (Advanced)
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • SAP FICO
  • Power Bi
  • Financial reporting
  • Data analytics
  • Helix
  • Financial Analysis
  • US GAAP
  • Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • DCF & IRR Valuation Models
  • Preference Waterfall Calculations
  • Lease & Revenue Recognition (ASC 842, ASC 606)
  • Fair Value & Impairment Testing
  • Taxation (Partnerships, REITs, Corporate)
  • Payroll, SG&A & Compliance Testing
  • Asset Management & Fixed Asset Accounting

Accomplishments

  • Consistently ranked as a leading performer at the firm throughout my tenure.
  • Awarded "Excellence Award" for client service and quality delivery at the EY GDS level.
  • Took full ownership of resource and engagement planning, significantly reducing last-minute staffing issues.
  • Delivered actionable financial insights that led to enhanced internal controls and compliance for multiple clients.
  • Demonstrated a consistent ability to optimize costs across engagements through workflow enhancements, achieving 10–20% efficiency gains.

Timeline

Audit Associate / Senior

EY GDS
08.2021 - Current

US CPA -

Master's - commerce

Bachelor's - commerce

Addit Sethi