SHIJOE SOLOMON
Ahmedabad
Summary
Seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in internal audit, risk, and compliance, including 3.5 years dedicated to AI and automation initiatives at Ernst & Young (EY).
Proficient in utilizing GRC tools and ERP systems, providing a solid understanding of internal controls and compliance frameworks.
Skilled in recommending AI-driven solutions for internal audit engagements, showcasing a commitment to innovation as a core aspect of expertise.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Internal Audit/Enterprise Risk
Ernst & Young GDS
09.2021 - Current
- Over the last 3.5 years, I’ve played a pivotal role in the global deployment of EY VIA tool, our proprietary Internal Audit and SOX management platform, across 250+ clients worldwide. My responsibilities span end-to-end delivery—starting from pitching the tool to potential clients, conducting solution demos, onboarding, and global user training (Americas, EMEIA, APAC), to post-deployment troubleshooting and support.
- I also serve as the bridge between end-users and the product team, helping shape future enhancements through continuous feedback and rigorous UAT testing of 750+ features, including AI-powered functionalities (known as “Genius” within VIA).
- Provide internal audit services to help clients align their internal audit strategy to broader business strategy, conduct assessments and diagnostics, develop, and execute internal audit transformations, and deliver outsourcing or co-sourcing services
- Manage and motivate teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds; consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress.
- Updating Knowledge on current developments in the Risk, statutory & Quality fraternity
- Maintain long-term client relationships and networks - Cultivate business development opportunities.
Manager - Risk Advisory
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Lead a team of 7-8 members to manage projects for internal audits, risk & control, designing and testing process reviews, standard operating procedures, and compliance reviews
- Lead/Performed testing of IT Application Controls, IPE Controls review, IT General Controls review covering areas such as Change Management, Access Management, Backup & Incident Management, Data Migration, BCP review & Disaster Recovery
- Conducting internal audit activities including fraud risk assessment and ABAC framework review in accordance with organization's Risk Management framework; steering all audit processes by preparing SOPs
- Performing IT audits incl. Information Security reviews, IT Infrastructure reviews, using knowledge of current IT environment & industry IT trends to identify engagement and client service issues.
- Identifying and developing business opportunities for cost-savings, revenue enhancement, process improvements, process identification and system/control gaps
- Created & managed effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations, monitoring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Training, motivating & mentoring team members to ensure smooth working operations; reviewing work performed by staff for completion and accuracy
Manager - Risk Assurance Services
Pricewaterhouse Coopers Private Limited
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Contributed as Project Manager for all clients in pharmaceuticals sector as well as other segments with Key clientele such as Torrent Pharmaceuticals, La Renon Healthcare, Atul Limited & Sanghi Industries
- Designed a systematic process for annual and quarterly audit scheduling based on a company-wide risk assessment and interaction with senior management with focus on ensuring accomplishment of the dept.'s audit plan and complete audit coverage
Manager-Management Assurance
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Acted as first member of Management Assurance Team for internal audit commissioned in May'16 with 5 team members
- Executed for various internal audits conducted at corporate office as well as plant located at Moraiya, Ahmedabad
- Key contributor in implementation process of compliance tool as well as ERM project
Consultant - Risk Advisory Services
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Acted as a Team leader on various Internal Audit projects in the pharmaceutical sector covering major companies such as Zydus Cadila, Lupin, Torrent and Cadila Pharma
- Reviewed International operations for 2 of the major pharmaceutical clients and travelled to Russia for execution of project
Senior Executive- Governance, Risk & Compliance Services
KPMG
12.2012 - 07.2013
- Worked with major clients across Pharmaceuticals, Zinc & Copper mining, production of heavy machinery and Oil & Gas exploration industries
- Gained onsite experience as part of Internal Audit project in South Africa for a period of 3 months for a client in the sector of Zinc & Copper mining
Education
CA -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01.2011
M. Com - undefined
Gujarat University
01.2009
B. Com - undefined
H.L College of Commerce
01.2007
Skills
- Internal Audit
- Change Management
- GRC Tool Deployments
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Internal Financial Controls (IFC)
- Project Management
- SOP Development & Implementation
- Cost Optimization
- Process & System Review
- Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
- Enterprise Compliance Management (ECM)
- Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Business Continuity
- Reporting
- Team Building & Leadership
Key Impact Areas
- Internal Audit
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Internal Financial Controls (IFC)
- Project Management/Stakeholder & Client Management
- SOP Development & Implementation
- Policies & Procedures/Cost optimization
- Process/System Review & Improvement
- Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
- Enterprise Compliance Management (ECM)
- Regulatory & Statutory Compliances
- Change Management/Business Continuity
- Reporting & Documentation
- Team Building & Leadership
Languages
English
Hindi
Gujarati
Malayalam
Timeline
Manager - Internal Audit/Enterprise Risk
Ernst & Young GDS
09.2021 - Current
Manager - Risk Advisory
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited
09.2019 - 08.2021
Manager - Risk Assurance Services
Pricewaterhouse Coopers Private Limited
12.2017 - 09.2019
Manager-Management Assurance
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
07.2016 - 12.2017
Consultant - Risk Advisory Services
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2013 - 07.2016
Senior Executive- Governance, Risk & Compliance Services
KPMG
12.2012 - 07.2013
M. Com - undefined
Gujarat University
B. Com - undefined
H.L College of Commerce
CA -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
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