Rajesh Y S
IT Audit Professional
Bengaluru
Summary
Adept Audit Consultant with over 10 years of expertise in Audit and Assurance, recognized for proficiency within the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Leveraged knowledge in information security and technology to identify business risks and compliance issues, developing proactive solutions aligned with security standards and business objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Director of Operations
PSOM Technologies Private Ltd [FINTAccX Consultants]
08.2021 - Current
- Successfully executed outsourced audit activities for audit firms, contributing to enhanced efficiency and accuracy in audit processes.
- Specialized in BFSI industry, providing targeted consulting services to meet unique needs and challenges of financial institutions.
- Played pivotal role in helping businesses implement robust internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and minimizing operational risks.
- Proactively monitored industry, technological, and economic developments to stay ahead of potential risks and provide strategic guidance to clients.
- Applied critical thinking skills to break down complex problems, assess solutions, and make informed decisions that positively impacted business outcomes.
- Reviewed and addressed violations of computer security procedures, developing effective mitigation plans to enhance cybersecurity.
Audit Consultant
Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation Limited.
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Facilitated diverse audit and assurance activities, ensuring adherence to statutory, RBI, and CAG audit standards, resulting in streamlined processes and improved compliance.
- Successfully managed internal controls for head office and 32 branches, implementing robust systems to enhance operational efficiency and minimize risks.
- Played pivotal role in risk and compliance management, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate potential risks and ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Provided insightful suggestions on internal controls to board, contributing to enhanced governance and improved overall financial integrity.
- Actively participated in audit committee, offering valuable perspectives and insights to drive effective decision-making and governance.
- Instrumental in computerization of accounting system, leading to increased accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in financial processes.
Senior Audit Executive
Abarna & Ananthan Chartered Accountants
11.2012 - 08.2019
- Executed diverse audit and assurance tasks, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and industry-leading practices.
- Assumed key role in central statutory audit of major banks, actively contributing to identification and mitigation of risks.
- Effectively managed and conducted more than 20 concurrent branch audits, showcasing efficiency and strong multitasking capabilities.
- Evaluated effectiveness and efficiency of IT system processes, conducted operational audits for banks, and produced detailed reports outlining findings.
- Implemented effective audit methodologies to assess internal controls, financial reporting, and operational processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address audit findings and implement recommendations for process improvements.
- Illustrated ability to assess intricate business data and recognize internal control improvement opportunities..
ERP Consultant
Rays Business Consulting Firm
07.2009 - 11.2012
Education
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Liverpool John Mores University
Liverpool, UK 04.2021 - 02.2023
Post Graduate Diploma in Software Development - Cyber Security
IIIT B
Bangalore 03.2020 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Business Management - Finance
Bangalore University
Bangalore 08.2006 - 06.2009
Skills
Audit and Assurance
Internal Controls Management
Risk and Compliance
Information Security
Control testing
Cybersecurity best practices
Timeline
Director of Operations
PSOM Technologies Private Ltd [FINTAccX Consultants]
08.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Liverpool John Mores University
04.2021 - 02.2023
Post Graduate Diploma in Software Development - Cyber Security
IIIT B
03.2020 - 02.2022
Audit Consultant
Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation Limited.
08.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Audit Executive
Abarna & Ananthan Chartered Accountants
11.2012 - 08.2019
ERP Consultant
Rays Business Consulting Firm
07.2009 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Business Management - Finance
Bangalore University
08.2006 - 06.2009
Certification
ISACA - Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA