CA Kiran Kumar K
Bengaluru
Summary
Experienced Audit Manager with over 5.5 years in financial services, currently managing audit engagements for funds in the Canada WAM region. Led audit plans for private equity and fund of funds, ensuring data integrity and risk mitigation. Skilled in EY Canvas, Deloitte Omnia, Tableau, and Microsoft Office, with strong team leadership and project management capabilities.
Overview
4
4
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Manager
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS)
11.2025 - 07.2026
- Handled the audit of the largest mutual fund client in our service region (Canada WAM).
- Audited multiple areas of mutual funds including management/admin fees, interest and dividend receivable, and risk disclosures (interest rate risk, currency risk, concentration risk, credit risk), ensuring comprehensive coverage and compliance.
- Reviewed and validated financial statements (FS) and Management Report of Fund Performance (MRFP), confirming their accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements. Followed up with Client and Fund admin to get the FS comments addressed.
- Verified the disclosures of the FS disclosures by utilising the automation tools available within the firm.
- Drafted consent letter for renewal of prospectus, facilitating regulatory compliance and client communication.
- Coordinated with client and provided updates to onshore team, ensuring timely completion of audit and alignment with client expectations.
Audit Senior
Deloitte
Hyderabad
03.2021 - 10.2025
- Led audits in Private Equity and Fund of Funds sectors, delivering timely issuance of audit reports without lapses.
- Formulated and executed audit plans addressing significant risk areas for a private equity firm, validating financial data integrity and minimizing risks.
- Executed comprehensive testing for cost of investments, including realized/unrealized gains, interest income, and management fees.
- Coordinated with Deloitte specialists to test assumptions and evaluate unobservable inputs through precedent transactions and comparable methods, enhancing audit accuracy.
- Supervised field teams during audit engagements, reviewed workpapers, and mentored junior staff on best practices to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Communicated findings to management, addressing issues impacting risk during audits while ensuring timely resolutions.
- Liaised with clients to deliver timely updates on audit progress and resolve ongoing concerns, fostering strong client relationships.
- Participated in budgeting processes for audit teams and coordinated efforts with US teams for efficient operations.
Assistant Manager
Couple of Small & Medium size firms
Bengaluru
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Ensured accuracy of accounting processes within a large-scale restaurant operation.
- Supervised junior staff during audits, offering constructive feedback after reviewing their work.
- Trained and guided article trainees on-field, enhancing practical skills and contributing to their professional development.
- Filed income tax returns for individuals, partnership firms, and corporate entities, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and minimising risk of penalties.
- Conducted tax audits for firms, ensuring adherence to ROC regulations and identifying areas for compliance improvement.
- Performed statutory audits for a manufacturing entity, resolving identified issues promptly and effectively.
Education
The Chartered Accountant (registered withThe ICAI)
Chennai, TN11-2019
School of Secondary Education
APRS Gyarampalli School for Boys
Pileru, AP01-2012
MEC
Sri Chaitanya Educational Institutions
Tirupati, AP01-2014
Skills
- EY audit software: Canvas
- Deloitte audit software: Omnia and EMS
- Analytics software: Tableau
- Deloitte Connect
- DNAV and IConfirm
- Confirmationcom
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Audit project coordination
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Mentorship and coaching
- Presentation
- Office software proficiency
Accomplishments
- Consistently Received Applause and Spot awards in Deloitte for exceptional work across all busy seasons.
- Promoted from Audit Senior Assistant to Audit Senior within a year (accelerated promotion) due to the quality of work delivered.
- Spearheaded multiple large-scale audits, improving efficiency, and reducing turnaround times by streamlining audit processes.
- Developed and mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
- Leveraged advanced Excel skills to automate reporting and enhance data analysis, resulting in increased accuracy and time savings.
- Commended by leadership and clients for exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
Languages
Telugu
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Badminton and Cricket.
- Listening to music and binge watching content on OTT platforms.
- Keeping abreast of the latest developments in political, business, and global affairs.
- Learning new languages from Duolingo.
Timeline
Audit Manager
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS)
11.2025 - 07.2026
Audit Senior
Deloitte
03.2021 - 10.2025
Assistant Manager
Couple of Small & Medium size firms
02.2020 - 03.2021
The Chartered Accountant (registered withThe ICAI)
MEC
Sri Chaitanya Educational Institutions
School of Secondary Education
APRS Gyarampalli School for Boys