Akshay

Experienced Chartered Accountant and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) with a strong background in executing risk-based internal audits, SOX implementation, controls testing, and reporting. Skilled in implementing and testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). Currently serving as a Senior Manager of Internal Audit at Encore Capital Group. Prior to this, gained valuable experience working with Ernst & Young and KPMG for 5 years. International work experience includes successful assignments in SOX implementation and testing across various countries such as the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines. Responsible for reviewing controls in line with the new IIA standards and managing both business process and ITGC controls, including SOC controls. Proven track record of conceptualization and implementation of innovative strategies to solve business problems. An out-of-the-box thinker ready to contribute expertise to drive success.

• Transitioned the SOX implementation and testing of controls from consultancy-based model to in-house SOX CoE thereby leading to savings in excess of USD 1 Million.
• Received Encore Honours twice in a row in 2019 and 2020 for exhibiting excellence for onsite and offsite Sox testing.
• Recommended process improvement opportunities that lead to cost savings and processing efficiency in Procurement.
• Developed the remote Sox testing model for entities in UK and Australia.