KESHAV MALHOTRA
PANIPAT
Summary
Audit Associate with extensive experience in financial statement audits and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines while ensuring timely project completion. Proficient in conducting detailed substantive testing and applying critical thinking to achieve high-quality results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate 2
PwC Acceleration centre
GURUGRAM
10.2024 - Current
- Led statutory audits for UK-based companies using a Remote Team Management (RTM) model, coordinating a dispersed team to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
- Ensured compliance with UK audit standards and relevant regulations throughout audit processes.
- Conducted testing on various FSLI including COS, Opex, Salaries, AR, AP, and Revenue.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through excellent service and actionable financial insights.
- Mentored junior staff to enhance technical and professional skill development.
- Reviewed and approved audit documentation and reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Identified audit risks, developed targeted plans, and communicated findings to clients.
- Collaborated with clients and internal teams to manage timelines and resolve complex issues.
Articled Assistant
GUPTA VIBHOR & CO.
PANIPAT
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Conducted a statutory audit of various private limited companies to ensure compliance with applicable laws, Schedule III, accounting standards, and standards on auditing.
- Analyzed and drafted financial statements, including notes to accounts of companies, as per Schedule III and applicable accounting standards, and specified industry norms.
- Ensuring CARO 2020 reporting, and IND AS / AS compliances.
- Prepared and filed income tax returns for individuals, firms, LLPs, AOPs, and companies.
- Well-versed in various TDS and TCS compliances, ensuring accurate and timely deduction and payment of tax.
- Prepared and assisted in filling out the GST Annual Return, both GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C.
- Facilitated refunds, including inverted and LUT tax duty structure refund (GST RFD-01) claims exceeding ₹20-30 lakhs per month.
- Ensured and completed ROC compliance of various corporate entities, including AOC-4, MGT-7, MGT-7A, and drafting of notices of AGM and board meetings.
Education
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT -
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
05-2024
B.COM (H) -
College of Vocational Studies, Delhi University
05-2021
Skills
- Financial analysis (accounting, project report)
- Proficient in financial principles (Ind AS, AS, IFRS)
- Microsoft Office Suite – expertise in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; accounting software and tools – skilled in PwC Aura, Tally ERP, Busy, and Data Snipper
Accomplishments
- Received a Territory Spot Award from the frontline delivery team
- Led a team as Operation Head in Commerce Society (COMSOC) of six or more members, and mentored them in the areas of operations and cost-cutting for the organization and event.
Timeline
Associate 2
PwC Acceleration centre
10.2024 - Current
Articled Assistant
GUPTA VIBHOR & CO.
04.2021 - 07.2024
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT -
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
B.COM (H) -
College of Vocational Studies, Delhi University