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NIKHIL AGRAWAL

Bengaluru

Summary

Experienced Senior Associate with analytical and flexible approach to solving problems. Decisive leader driven to optimize processes and streamline operations for team efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate

PwC (SDC Kolkata) Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
05.2021 - Current
  • Attended internal control walk-through meetings with a diverse group of stakeholders including Managers, Senior Managers, Directors, SOX members, and clients.
  • Identified and assessed risks of material misstatement in financial reports caused by fraud; evaluated internal controls and ensured their effective design.
  • Conducted tests of details, operating effectiveness and substantive analytical procedures.
  • Effectively organized workload by coordinating multiple audit assignments and assigning tasks to associates and interns.
  • Planned and executed various financial audits, including federal and state compliance audits, as well as agreed-upon procedures to ensure accurate financial statement presentation in accordance with GAAP.
  • Regular communication with Juniors and seniors to discuss task details ensuring timely completion.

Associate

PwC (SDC Kolkata) Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
05.2021 - 06.2023
  • Performed details and operating effectiveness tests as well as substantive analytical procedures. Assisted Tax team in evaluating Effective tax rate testing.
  • Managed specific audit areas, performing control and substantive testwork for public clients.
  • Engaged in collaborative discussions with clients to present audit findings and address relevant matters.
  • Demonstrated consistent improvement by receiving a rating of 3 on performance reviews during my first year and enhancing it to a rating of 2 in the second year while serving as an associate.
  • Achieved recognition from Senior Manager and Director on On shore team, resulting in a promotion at the end of the second year.

Consultant

Abhijishya Enterprises (Trader)
Raebareli, UP
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Managed the client's ITR and GSTR preparations.

Articled Assistant

Vinay kumar and Company
Prayagraj
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Directed the compliance of relevant Indian Accounting Standards (AS) and Standards on Auditing (SAs), including preparation of CARO reports. Finalized books in accordance with applicable statutes across a diverse portfolio of 30+ clients representing different industries.
  • Managed the preparation of income tax returns and tax audit reports for a diverse client base.
  • Drafted and crafted responses for income tax litigation cases

Articled Assistant

Chandanani Singh And Associates
Raebareli, UP
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Managed and maintained accounts for government sectors including Raebareli Development Authority and Municipal Corporation, as well as Tours and Travels Industry.

Education

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT - CA

Institute of Chartred Accountants of India
New Delhi
11-2020

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting

University of Allahabad
Prayagraj, UP
06-2015

Higher Secondary (Class XII) - Commerce

Kendriya Vidyalaya
Raebareli, UP
06-2012

Secondary (Class X) - PCM

Kendriya Vidyalaya
Raebareli, UP
06-2010

Skills

  • Performance monitoring
  • Timeline estimates
  • Schedule Management
  • Complaint Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Proficient in Altrex

Accomplishments

  • 2nd Rank in Allahabad City at CA IPCC Level [2014]
  • President Award In Scout and Guide [2010]

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Senior Associate

PwC (SDC Kolkata) Pvt. Ltd.
05.2021 - Current

Associate

PwC (SDC Kolkata) Pvt. Ltd.
05.2021 - 06.2023

Consultant

Abhijishya Enterprises (Trader)
01.2019 - 01.2021

Articled Assistant

Vinay kumar and Company
08.2016 - 08.2018

Articled Assistant

Chandanani Singh And Associates
08.2015 - 08.2016

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT - CA

Institute of Chartred Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting

University of Allahabad

Higher Secondary (Class XII) - Commerce

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Secondary (Class X) - PCM

Kendriya Vidyalaya
NIKHIL AGRAWAL