Nikita Sharma
Mumbai
Summary
Seasoned professional specializing in detecting financial irregularities and fraud in sectors including pharmaceuticals, private equity, and renewable energy. Proven track record of providing actionable insights for risk mitigation and compliance, effectively resolving discrepancies and regulatory violations. Skilled in analyzing complex data to improve operational integrity and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Parle Biscuits Private Limited
Mumbai
02.2026 - Current
- Led thorough investigations into ethical breaches, misconduct, fraud, and conflicts of interest.
- Conducted forensic reviews using specialized tools to identify root causes.
- Developed organization-wide ethics culture initiatives through awareness campaigns and leadership engagement.
- Drafted and updated code of conduct and ethical policies to address evolving risks.
- Advised leadership on emerging ethical trends with proactive recommendations for enhanced performance.
- Collaborated with HR, legal, and audit teams for remediation follow-ups and process improvements.
- Delivered practical ethics training programs focused on real-world decision-making.
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young LLP
Mumbai
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Executed comprehensive assessments on data breaches and ethical violations to prevent fraud.
- Performed meticulous fact-finding investigations, analyzing and presenting evidence effectively.
- Conducted due diligence on ethics and integrity for target entities and individuals.
- Implemented process improvement methodologies while conducting compliance assessments.
- Executed anti-bribery and anti-corruption checks, assessing internal controls' effectiveness.
- Performed customized end-to-end transaction testing, including trend analysis and gap identification.
- Developed interview questionnaires and conducted interviews with suspect employees for information gathering.
- Conducted fraud risk assessments, recommending proactive measures to identify and manage potential risks.
Associate, Forensic Advisory
Pricewaterhousecoopers Private Limited
Gurgaon
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted fact finding investigations related to allegation of kickbacks, liaising with Government authorities.
- Reviewed business practices and transactions to ensure compliance with anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies.
- Conducted a financial statement review of the target entities.
- Performed data analytics to identify potential red flags and impact analysis.
Senior Analyst, Indirect Taxation
Pricewaterhousecoopers Private Limited
Gurgaon
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Executed health checks for GST compliance and conducted due diligence for indirect tax.
- Performed GST registrations audits and vendor reconciliations to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Assessed GST applicability on specific transactions to maintain compliance standards.
Articled Trainee
APRA & Associates
Gurgaon
- Executed service tax compliance reviews focusing on taxability valuation and abatements.
- Developed reconciliation statements to verify compliance with service tax regulations.
Education
Masters of Commerce -
IGNOU
New Delhi08-2021
B.Com (Hons.) -
Delhi University
New Delhi06-2014
CA-IPCE -
ICAI
New Delhi02-2013
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Background checks
- Legal compliance
- Interrogation techniques
- Data analysis
- Investigative tools
- Fraud detection
- Forensic analysis
- Ethical compliance
- Risk assessment
- Process improvement
- Investigation reporting
- Regulatory adherence
Accomplishments
Client Extraordinare
Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Manager
Parle Biscuits Private Limited
02.2026 - Current
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young LLP
03.2023 - 02.2026
Associate, Forensic Advisory
Pricewaterhousecoopers Private Limited
02.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Analyst, Indirect Taxation
Pricewaterhousecoopers Private Limited
04.2019 - 01.2021
Articled Trainee
APRA & Associates
Masters of Commerce -
IGNOU
B.Com (Hons.) -
Delhi University
CA-IPCE -
ICAI