GOWTHAMI H K
Lead Audit Associate
Bangalore,karnataka
Summary
Highly motivated and professional Lead Audit Associate with over 2 years of experience in financial services, specializing in data analysis, financial reporting, and process improvement. Skilled in managing and validating large datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards. Advanced in Microsoft Excel working knowledge of Power BI, Alteryx, and SAP. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) with strong knowledge of data governance, risk assessment, and system controls. Collaborative team player with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, focused on data quality, standardization, and delivering reliable insights.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lead Financial Auditor Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive financial audits, leveraging large datasets to ensure compliance with accounting standards, improving accuracy, and data integrity across multiple systems.
- Collaborate with audit teams to plan and execute audit strategies, effectively managing risks, and enhancing the reliability of financial reporting.
- Utilize advanced audit tools and methodologies to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, data manipulation and analysis, and provide insights for process improvements.
- Engage with clients to understand their business processes, control environments, and financial systems, fostering strong professional relationships.
- Prepare detailed audit documentation and reports, presenting findings and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Stay abreast of changes in auditing standards, regulations, and industry best practices to deliver high-quality assurance services.
- Utilized advanced Excel and Alteryx for data standardization, reconciliation, and variance analysis.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to implement automated data validation checks, reducing manual errors.
- Identified areas of risks and worked closely with operations to identify and implement solutions, resulting in cost savings.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce(honours) - Finance, Audit, Accounting And Tax
Jain Deemed To Be University
BangalorePUC commerce -
Sharadha PU College
Skills
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
- Data Analysis & Interpretation, multiple tasking
- Financial Analysis & Reporting Risk Assessment and Management
- Power BI and Excel integration skills
Certification
Certified information system auditor (CISA)
Awards/Activities
Received the "User recognition” Award for outstanding contributions to the project from the onshore.
Timeline
Lead Financial Auditor Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Commerce(honours) - Finance, Audit, Accounting And Tax
Jain Deemed To Be University
PUC commerce -
Sharadha PU College