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ADIL HASHAM SYED

ADIL HASHAM SYED

Chartered Accountant | External Audit | Big 4 | US GAAP| SEC Reporting and SOX Compliance |
Hyderabad,Telangana

Summary

  • Dedicated and Seasoned Chartered Accountant with 4.5 years of hands-on experience specializing in External Audit within the US regulatory framework.
  • Possessing a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), coupled with hands-on experience in conducting financial audits for diverse clients across various industries.
  • Adept at utilizing industry-leading audit methodologies and tools to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Audit and Assurance Senior

Deloitte
6 2021 - 3 2024
  • Conducted rigorous external audits, applying professional skepticism and a deep understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and standards to identify and rectify material misstatements in Financial Statements, reducing financial inaccuracies by 30%.
  • Developed a comprehensive Audit plan encompassing strategic planning documents, data analytics, and substantive testing, resulting in a 25% increase in efficiency and a 20% improvement in accuracy in identifying financial discrepancies
  • Orchestrated audit plan development, partnering with IT professionals to secure and validate digital audit evidence, leading to a 50% increase in accuracy and a 35% reduction in audit completion time.
  • Led audit engagements from planning to completion, coordinating with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders to execute audit procedures effectively while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate.
  • Mentored and coached junior team members, providing guidance, training and development and feedback resulting in a 40% increase in team productivity and a 50% improvement in junior staff retention rates.
  • Executed risk assessments, improving internal controls and reducing financial risks by 25% through targeted recommendations and remediation plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in delivering high-quality audit services, achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate and contributing to a 40% increase in repeat business and client retention.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in interacting with clients, audit teams and senior management (Directors/Partners), effectively conveying complex audit concepts and building relationships to facilitate collaboration and teamwork, resulting in a 30% improvement in team communication and client rapport.
  • Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline audit processes, enhance productivity by 20% and delivering value-added services to clients, contributing to a 15% growth in the overall audit practice.

Audit and Assurance Senior Assistant

Deloitte
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Executed comprehensive testing of financial statements, internal controls, and accounting systems, identifying errors, anomalies, and potential fraud indicators, resulting in the detection of 15% more discrepancies than the previous audit cycle and contributing to a 20% improvement in overall audit quality.
  • Performed the tests of design and operating effectiveness of various controls using walk-through procedures and detailed reviews of Process Flow Diagrams/Narratives, leading to a 30% reduction in process inefficiencies and enhancing compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Led Journal Entry testing by profiling over 200 journal entries, meticulously selecting samples, and documenting supporting evidence, achieving a 98% accuracy rate and streamlining the review process by 25%.
  • Efficiently collaborated with client contacts to gather necessary support and evidence, ensuring timely responses to audit observations, which resulted in a 40% faster audit completion rate and a 95% client satisfaction score.

Articleship Trainee

M/s. M.A Braganza And Associates
09.2014 - 09.2017
  • Conducted statutory audits for charitable trusts and private limited companies, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Led the internal audit of IBM India Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, in Indirect tax and TDS compliance issues, resulting in a 20% improvement in regulatory adherence.
  • Executed a comprehensive internal audit for Presidency University, Bengaluru, which included budget variance analysis, Analysis of Advances, Fee Reconciliation, verification of Income and Expenditure and Payroll, leading to a 15% reduction in financial discrepancies.
  • Managed the internal audit of Indfrag India Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, which included verification of income and expenditure, fixed assets register and stock audit.

Education

CA - Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
08.2019

Skills

Core Skills:

Certification

Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for exceptional client service with multiple accolades, including Spot Awards, Applause Awards and High flyer awards at Deloitte.
  • Secured 2nd Rank in Presentation Skills in Management and Communication Skills Course organized by ICAI.
  • Secured "A" grade in Information Technology and Advanced Information Technology Assessment organized by ICAI.
  • Secured State 3rd Rank in 11th Standard (Commerce) with 97.40%
  • Secured State 7th Rank in 10th Standard with 97.83% and received Pratibha Award.

Timeline

Audit and Assurance Senior Assistant

Deloitte
10.2019 - 05.2021

Articleship Trainee

M/s. M.A Braganza And Associates
09.2014 - 09.2017

Audit and Assurance Senior

Deloitte
6 2021 - 3 2024

CA - Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

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