Shivam Sharma
New Delhi
Summary
As a Senior Consultant at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, I hold an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons). I began as a Consultant in January 2022 and was promoted to Senior Consultant by September 2023. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and skilled in business presentations, I am dedicated to making a substantial impact in the financial sector.
I have conducted various internal audits, testing internal technical controls, and identifying control failures and worked with diverse clients, including life insurance companies, major banks, NBFCs, and fintech firms.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Grant Thornton
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted an internal audit for a Fintech Company, collaborating closely with Infosec, IT, and Tech Teams. The engagement entailed comprehending team activities, resulting in a comprehensive gap analysis and recommendation report for each scope area provided to the client.
- Conducted concurrent audit for a New Delhi-based payments bank, ensuring SOP adherence in banking and treasury operations. Facilitated issuance of intermediary certificate for RBI submission. Mentored trainees, enhancing audit procedure understanding and Microsoft Office skills for improved engagement contributions and team cohesion.
- Conducted an exhaustive internal audit for a Fintech Company, reviewing their procurement process and ITGC activities, and providing a comprehensive report of gaps and recommendations.
- Conducted an internal audit for a stockbroker, reviewing the Treasury process, ITGC function, Client Onboarding, and Partner Onboarding processes, and providing a detailed report of gaps and recommendations.
- Performed an internal audit for a growing NBFC, focusing on areas like KYC Verification, due diligence, risk monitoring governance framework, and banking/lending partner contract management.
- Collaborated with the Branding and Corporate Communication team of a top-tier Life Insurance Company, ensuring their activities align with internal policies and SOPs, and overseeing the process of regulatory compliance tracking.
- Undertaken a thorough review of Collections and Receivable Management for a fintech company, which included tasks like empanelment of third parties for collections, managing collection-linked incentives, reconciling Days Past Due, and ensuring document completeness.
- Executed an internal audit for a major bank, specifically auditing the bank's collections department based on the obtained data.
- Conducted SOC 1 Type I & II audits for two of India's leading Registrar and Transfer Agents, evaluating SOP adherence, and overseeing daily transactions across 30+ AMCs.
- Assisted in the preparation of various Engagement Proposals across industries.
- Designated as PAL for nearly 10 new hires, serving as a trusted point of contact to welcome and support them, ensuring a smooth transition into the firm. The PAL role involves collaboration before and during their initial months to assist with settling into the workplace.
ESG Research Analyst
SG Analytics
03.2021 - 08.2021
- ESG analysts research and analyze a company's ESG performance by examining financial reports, news articles, and various data sources to assess ESG risks and opportunities.
- They engage with companies to evaluate their ESG performance through interactions like meetings with company management, participation in shareholder meetings, and the preparation of reports.
- ESG analysts assign ratings and rankings to companies based on their ESG performance, providing valuable information to investors for making informed investment choices.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Banking And Finance
Symbiosis School of Banking And Finance
Pune04.2022
Bachelor of Commerce Honors - Accounting And Finance
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Delhi11.2020
Skills
- Internal Audit
- Process Improvement
- Compliance Audits
- Analytical Skills
- Coaching Skills
- Communication Skills
- Knowledge of Relevant Laws
- MS Office Proficiency
- Integrity and Reliability
- Resilience Under Pressure
- Planning Skills
- Independence/Teamwork
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Grant Thornton
01.2022 - Current
ESG Research Analyst
SG Analytics
03.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Banking And Finance
Symbiosis School of Banking And Finance
Bachelor of Commerce Honors - Accounting And Finance
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
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