Anjali Pandey
Ahmedabad
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER
ICICI BANK
Ahmedabad
03.2019 - Current
- Performed internal controls testing, identifying issues and gaps in effectiveness of internal controls while coordinating tests of key controls, tracking completion, monitoring status, and following up with process owners.
- Identified gaps in control processes and strengthened business controls by reviewing test findings with internal/external audit teams, facilitating remediation of control gaps, and escalating critical issues to management.
- Applied broad knowledge of internal audit policies and practices, performing risk assessment methodologies under current laws and RBI regulations to facilitate the company's Risk Assessment process.
- Led reviews of data privacy compliance focused on GDPR and local regulations, resulting in 100% compliance during audits and reduction in potential data breach risks.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of banking applications, focusing on design integrity, security protocols, performance metrics, and compliance standards to ensure optimal operational efficacy.
- Conducted in-depth reviews of IT governance frameworks, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity processes to ensure alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, resulting in improved resilience and risk management.
- Presented audit reports to senior management and regulatory bodies, supporting informed decision-making and strategic planning.
- Performed and supported various audits like Branch Audits, Policies and procedures audit, SOX audits, Financial Process audits, Risk assessment, Product Audits.
- Collaborated with IT and compliance departments to address audit findings.
ASSOCIATE AUDITOR
RNCA & ASSOCIATES
Ahmedabad
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Drafted comprehensive internal and independent audit reports, detailing findings and recommendations
- Prepared audit reports evaluating internal control systems to identify areas for improvement
- Evaluated company policies for adherence to best practices, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
- Oversaw team assignments to ensure on-time project delivery.
- Developed, produced and enhanced Project reports and Preparation of CMA for different investment projects of the company.
ARTICLE ASSISTANT
MEHTA SHETH & ASSOCIATES
Ahmedabad
02.2014 - 02.2017
- Review and finalization of Financial Statements and Audit Reports under the Companies Act and Filing of Returns with ROC
- Statutory and Concurrent Audit of Bank (Branch), Private Ltd Companies.
- Performed comprehensive management audits across retail stores to assess operations and identify improvement areas
- Conducted detailed audits of stores departments to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Reviewed procurement policies and coordinated material procurement, sales, vendor orders, and bill passing processes
Education
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT -
Institute Of Chartered Accountant of India
Ahmedabad, GJ05-2018
BACHELORS OF COMMERCE -
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, GJ04-2015
Skills
- Audit practices
- Audit Planning
- Audit reporting
- Controls testing
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Adaptability
Certification
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Completed preparation and examination for a globally recognized certification in IT Audit, Controls and Security led by ISACA.
- Qualified Information System Auditor (ISA), by ICAI
Timeline
INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER
ICICI BANK
03.2019 - Current
ASSOCIATE AUDITOR
RNCA & ASSOCIATES
09.2018 - 01.2019
ARTICLE ASSISTANT
MEHTA SHETH & ASSOCIATES
02.2014 - 02.2017
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT -
Institute Of Chartered Accountant of India
BACHELORS OF COMMERCE -
Gujarat University