Daniel Parry

Audit Senior Associate

PwC Cardiff

Wales

09.2022 - Current

Accountable for leading audit engagements as in-charge, effectively managing internal and external stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes
Applied accounting standards across various industries, with comprehensive coverage of both balance sheet and income statement items.
Developed a strong understanding of how client performance affects sub-ledgers and going concern assessments.
Advising clients on how issues and inconsistencies in accounting policies lead to incorrect reporting.
Provided recommendations aligned with FRC policies to enhance processes and strengthen internal controls.
Performed detailed testing on areas such as deferred/accrued income, cost capitalisation and IFRS 16.
Developing brand-new testing approaches as well as reporting any findings to the engagement partner on areas of significant judgement and risk.
Utilised digital and AI tools for financial statement analysis, including journal reversal identification as well as trial balance comparisons.
Managed high-value, complex client portfolios, overseeing multiple testing streams in dynamic environments.
Implemented actions to address audit risks, refine testing strategies, and assess fraud risk considerations
Led remote international teams in executing detailed sub-ledger work, ensuring full integration and collaboration
Created reports to track and present audit engagement progress to both internal and external stakeholders which helped manage expectations, highlight areas of focus and assess performance.
Managed timelines for group reporting and financial statement sign offs, ensuring timely delivery.
Supported the onboarding and development of new employees, fostering growth beyond initial training.
Achieved an excellent performance review in my latest appraisal, having demonstrated both high levels of technical ability and great leadership qualities.