SHARMILA S
IT Audit Professional
Bengaluru
Summary
Goal-oriented IT Audit Professional with extensive experience in internal controls, IT risk governance, and management. Proven expertise in IT general and application control testing and SOC reviews. Proficient in SAP Accounts Payable, Service Now, and Advanced Excel, streamlining invoice processing, payment cycles, and vendor management to enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in identifying gaps in P2P processes and implementing improvements to ensure compliance with UK financial regulations and optimize workflow efficiencies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Audit Consultant
Seimens
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed ITGC control testing within the access provisioning, program change management, program development and computer operations domains. Testing application controls to ensure the effectiveness of functionality. Evaluated the design & operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting as part of SOX.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Accounts Payable - SME
SIEMENS
06.2016 - 02.2023
- Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) process and manage the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle for the UK region, ensuring accurate invoice processing, payments, and reconciliations while leading a team of 19 FTEs to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Track team performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and present reports to senior management to identify areas for improvement.
- Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries, collaborating with procurement and finance to ensure smooth operations.
- Conduct root cause analysis on recurring issues, implementing corrective actions to eliminate bottlenecks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business workflow and maintain strong vendor and customer relationships.
- Organize knowledge-sharing sessions to promote best practices in AP and P2P processes, fostering a positive team culture.
Education
MBA - Finance
New Horizon College of Engineering
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
BBA - Finance
New Horizon College
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Skills
MICROSOFT OFFICE
ACCESS
OPERATIONS
CHANGE MANAGEMENT
SERVICE NOW
ITAC
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding collaboration and contributions to projects, demonstrating commitment to team success and exceptional customer satisfaction through a deep understanding of client needs.
- Received multiple accolades as top performer of the quarter, showcasing a strong track record of exceeding expectations.
- Improved the invoice processing workflow, leading to operational effectiveness.
- Actively participated in carve-in and carve-out processes, ensuring successful transitions.
- Participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), validating user requirements and identifying areas for improvement.
Timeline
IT Audit Consultant
Seimens
02.2023 - 09.2024
Accounts Payable - SME
SIEMENS
06.2016 - 02.2023
MBA - Finance
New Horizon College of Engineering
04.2001 -
BBA - Finance
New Horizon College
04.2001 -
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