KSHETRA PRASAD
Bangalore
Summary
Internal Auditor with expertise in SOX compliance and risk management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through comprehensive internal audits. Proficient in assessing risks associated with digital transformation initiatives and fostering collaboration, resulting in improved internal control compliance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Internal Auditor
McAfee Software India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2019 - Current
- ICoFR Compliance Lead overseeing McAfee business processes risk and control compliance.
- Plan and perform control design, test of operating effectiveness, remediation of Business Process controls, IT Genenral control controls and IT Application controls.
- Extensive use of Copilot AI and GPT 5 for process walkthroughs and documentation.
- Execute internal audits and investigations assigned by Senior Management.
- Assist the Head of Internal Audit in preparing reports for Senior Management.
- Serve as tool administrator for Internal Audit and GRC tools (Audit Board).
- Manage a team of contract employees to ensure timely execution of annual SOX assessment program.
- Participate in divestiture activities and public company IPO readiness initiatives.
- Actively contributed to the finance digital transformation project, on aspects related to internal controls.
- Support global external auditors in their audit activity.
- Carry out India-specific IFC and internal audit compliance in accordance with the Companies Act.
- Assist Finance Shared Service Leadership with risk assessments for transitioning projects to McAfee India Share Service.
- Evaluate options for process automation, on aspects related to internal controls.
- Collaborating with Finance Shared Service leads in delivering training on risk and control awareness.
- Coordinate with India entity process owners and statutory auditors to support the annual audit process.
- Act as a Spoc for resolving queries regarding financial reporting risks and controls.
Internal Control Advisor
Novo Nordisk Service Centre India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 01.2019
- As Sox coordinator in Global Service Centre, assessed existing control environment by performing design update as part of annual SOX calendar.
- Conducted mock reviews to ensure LoB internal control compliance and facilitated Internal Audit sessions. Remediated identified control deficiencies promptly.
- Assisted transition project team and RPA implementation team in assessing requirement for new controls or modification to existing controls when new processes are offshored to Global Service Centre or existing process is automated.
- Supported global Sox team in preparation of SOX scoping document, Implementation of Sox and Minimum controls in affiliates, resolving Ad hoc queries raised by Affiliates, rolling out surveys, design update of HQ processes etc.
- Tasked with promoting awareness of internal control compliance and delivering comprehensive training to new individuals responsible for performing or reviewing controls.
- Well versed with COSO internal control and ERM framework and working knowledge on COBIT framework with respect to SOX compliance. Good understanding on IT General controls and IT Application controls.
Team Lead – SOX Compliance (Client: Syngenta)
Capgemini Business Services (India) Ltd.
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Led SOX 404 compliance activities for North America entities.
- Evaluated control effectiveness and identified deficiencies.
- Conducted process walkthroughs and documentation.
- Developed action plans for remediation.
- Held monthly client calls to discuss compliance issues.
- Managed and mentored a team of audit professionals.
Assistant Manager – Internal Audit
Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd.
11.2011 - 03.2014
- Audited key finance functions: AP, AR, Fixed Assets, GL, etc.
- Recommended process improvements and control enhancements.
- Coordinated with management for implementation of corrective measures.
- Participated and prepared minutes in corporate risk management committee meetings & plant risk management committee meetings as part of ERM program.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi07.2011
B.Com. - Accounting Hons.
Utkal University
Odisha06.2004
Skills
- SOX compliance
- IT General controls
- Internal audit
- SOD review
- Enterprise risk management
- Fraud investigations
- Process automation
- Digital transformation
Certification
Digital transformation Certificate_ ISB Executive Education
Accomplishments
Employee Choice Award_ McAfee Circle of Excellence
Timeline
Sr. Internal Auditor
McAfee Software India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2019 - Current
Internal Control Advisor
Novo Nordisk Service Centre India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 01.2019
Team Lead – SOX Compliance (Client: Syngenta)
Capgemini Business Services (India) Ltd.
04.2014 - 07.2016
Assistant Manager – Internal Audit
Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd.
11.2011 - 03.2014
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
B.Com. - Accounting Hons.
Utkal University