Ayush Koul
Assitant manager Assurance, Retal Estate
New Delhi,DL
Summary
Results-driven Assurance professional with 5+ years of experience at EY specializing in audits for US-based public and private clients in the real estate, hospitality, and fund sectors. Adept at leading audit teams through planning to conclusion, managing ICFR/SOX 404/SOC-1 engagements, and delivering high-quality audit outcomes. Recognized for consistently exceeding performance expectations, enhancing audit documentation quality, and improving efficiency through data and automation tools. Proven ability to train teams, engage with clients directly, and contribute to revenue growth on priority accounts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate-Assistant Manager
EY
01.2020 - Current
- Executed assurance procedures under PCAOB guidelines and US GAAP for SEC-registered and private entities.
- Managed US public and private audit engagements, leading teams of 5-6 team which involves senior and staffs from planning through conclusion phases.
- Executed comprehensive ICFR, SOX 404, and SOC-1 audits, including walkthrough (Step 0, 1, 2) and
placemat preparation to assess Risk of Material Misstatement (ROMM). - Performed substantive testing for major account balances, including financial and analytical review for cash, debt, prepaid, payables, fixed asset, revenue, expenses, ensuring adherence to necessary procedures.
- Coordinated directly with US client teams and engagement partners, ensuring timely delivery and audit quality.
- Applied EY audit tools including Data Sniper, Smart Sampling, Confirmation Aggregator, and advanced excel-based testing to drive efficiency.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication tactics and reliable service delivery.
- Mentored junior and co seniors in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
Education
B.COM (H) - Commenrce
Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce
04.2001 -
12th Grade - Commerce With Math
DAV Public School
Ghaziabad, India 04.2001 -
10th Grade -
DAV Public School
Ghaziabad, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Real estate, hospitality, and fund audit expertise
MS office
Control procedures
Process narrative placemats
Employee performance evaluations
Project management
Substantive testing & audit documentation
Data-driven audit tools & automation
Resource allocation
Client engagement & deadline ownership
Accomplishments
- Consistently received top annual ratings for 5 consecutive years.
- Honored with multiple recognitions including EY Spot Awards and GDS User Recognition awards.
- Contributed 750+ additional engagement hours by driving value on priority client accounts.
- Enhanced audit documentation standards and led efficiency initiatives through innovative automation use.
- Delivered internal training sessions on audit testing of PPE and cash; facilitated knowledge sessions on hospitality industry revenue models for new staff and seniors.
Timeline
Associate-Assistant Manager
EY
01.2020 - Current
B.COM (H) - Commenrce
Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce
04.2001 -
12th Grade - Commerce With Math
DAV Public School
04.2001 -
10th Grade -
DAV Public School
04.2001 -