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Apurva Sharma

Apurva Sharma

Chartered Accountant
Udaipur

Summary

Chartered Accountant with 9+ years of post-qualification experience in assurance, currently managing audit engagements at EY GDS. I bring strong analytical skills, client-facing experience, and a track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Manager – Assurance

EY GDS
08.2020 - Current
  • Led a team of 10–12 audit professionals in the Southampton office, overseeing coaching, performance management, and technical review to ensure high-quality audit delivery.
  • Managed and executed end-to-end statutory audits for UK-based clients, including listed entities and new wins (first year audit) for EY across a variety of industry sectors mainly engagements from non-FS.
  • Demonstrated strong people management skills, maintaining a track record of zero employee relations issues throughout my profession career.
  • Championed the use of data-driven auditing by leveraging advanced analytics tools within EY GDS to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
  • Conducted and reviewed SOX control testing as part of G360 global engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Acted as the primary liaison with client stakeholders to gather process documentation, present audit findings, and recommend actionable improvements.
  • Collaborated closely with onshore engagement partners and senior managers to plan and execute audits from the GDS side, ensuring alignment with overall engagement objectives.
  • Consistently recognized for outstanding performance, receiving 'Exceeds Expectations' variable pay awards in 3 out of 5 years with EY.
  • Earned multiple accolades and recognitions for exceptional contributions and leadership within EY GDS.

Audit Senior

KMPG Global Services
12.2018 - 08.2020
  • Performed end to end audit for the financial captions allocated, test of controls etc for UK Engagements.
  • Lead team of junior team members, coached, guided them for successful completion of audit.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive audit plans, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.

Audit Senior

EY GDS
05.2017 - 12.2018
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
  • Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
  • Conducted walkthrough of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
  • Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.

Audit Assistant Manager

Singhi & Co.
07.2015 - 11.2016
  • Worked on various audit engagement including listed PSUs in Indian practice setup with client interactions.
  • Managed team of article assistants for successful completion of audit.
  • Handled variety of audit areas including some key significant and fraud risk areas.

Education

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - undefined

UCCMS, MLSU

Skills

  • Statutory assurance
  • Data Analytics
  • SOX-compliant assurance
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making
  • Performance management

Accomplishments

  • Reduced testing scope by 15% via various data analytics automated tools like workpaper BOT, Confirmation tool, and data snipper.
  • Mentored a team of 10-12, two of whom were under performance enhancement program and I was able to help them with proper mentoring and coaching to perform as per role expectations.
  • Driven Implementation of new server based data analytics tool across UKI assurance teams by providing training for the same & was spoc for any issues faced by team members during the year.
  • Driven engagement independence compliances across UKI assurance team.

Timeline

Manager – Assurance

EY GDS
08.2020 - Current

Audit Senior

KMPG Global Services
12.2018 - 08.2020

Audit Senior

EY GDS
05.2017 - 12.2018

Audit Assistant Manager

Singhi & Co.
07.2015 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - undefined

UCCMS, MLSU

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

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