Palak Didwania
Summary
Chartered Accountant (CA) and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) with 8+ years of diverse experience across audit, finance, accounts, risk, and IT governance. Expertise in concurrent audits, regulatory reporting, and risk assessments. Recognized for aligning financial oversight with technology and risk frameworks to enhance control effectiveness, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Manager
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
10.2022 - Current
- Led audit engagements, managing teams to deliver timely, high-quality audits.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and statutory compliance.
- Conducted Risk-Based Internal Audits (RBIA) and Risk-Based Supervision (RBS) audits.
- Collaborated with senior management on audit findings and remediation strategies.
Consultant
Pricewaterhouse Coopers Services LLP
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Executed ITGC, IFC, and process audits with a focus on control design, and effectiveness.
- Tested internal controls under the COSO framework, covering IFC and ICoFR.
- Managed client portfolios, ensuring strong relationships, and high satisfaction.
Audit Assistant
M/s G.D. Dubey & Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Audited listed companies, EOUS, and private firms.
- Verified financial statements, and ensured compliance.
- Filed income tax returns, GST returns, and tax audit reports.
Article Assistant
M/s Shakil Ansari & Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted statutory and concurrent audits for nationalized and private banks.
- Prepared financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
07-2021
B.Com. -
Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith
05-2018
Class XII - ISC Board
The St. John's School
05-2015
Class X - ISCE Board
The St. John's School
05-2013
Skills
- COSO Framework
- IFRS
- IFC audits
- ITGC audits
- Risk Based Internal Audits
- Regulatory returns
- Compliance audits
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Team management
- Global Internal Audit Methodology
Certification
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), ISACA, 2025
- Accounts and Audit certification, National Institute of Bank Management, 2024
Accomplishments
- Received Client Appreciation Award
- Recognized as 'Auditor of the Quarter' twice
- Awarded scholarship by Government
- Stood first in Intermediate exam under Commerce-Maths stream
Timeline
Audit Manager
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
10.2022 - Current
Consultant
Pricewaterhouse Coopers Services LLP
10.2021 - 08.2022
Audit Assistant
M/s G.D. Dubey & Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2019 - 01.2021
Article Assistant
M/s Shakil Ansari & Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2018 - 01.2019
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
B.Com. -
Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith
Class XII - ISC Board
The St. John's School
Class X - ISCE Board
The St. John's School
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