GOKUL KOTTAKATTU MADATHIL
Gillingham,United Kingdom
Summary
Chartered Accountant (ICAI) and CPA Australia with 6+ years of experience in External Audit, Financial Reporting, and Risk Assessment within Big 4 firms (KPMG, EY) across the UK and India. Extensive expertise in IFRS, FRS 102/101, and US GAAP, with a strong track record of leading large audit teams (20+ members), managing complex group audits, and delivering high-quality financial reporting under tight deadlines. Proven ability in stakeholder management, audit planning, and engagement profitability. Currently pursuing ACCA (9/13 papers complete)
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant Manager D2
KPMG UK LLP
Nottingham
2025.05 - 2026.03
- Led audits for large and mid-sized entities, including a FTSE 100 listed client, across industries such as logistics, gaming, and chemicals
- Managed and mentored audit teams of 5–15 members across multiple engagements, ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance
- Acted as primary point of contact for client stakeholders, leading status meetings and managing expectations throughout the audit lifecycle
- Owned audit planning and execution, including risk assessment (RMM), materiality, and resource allocation
- Performed detailed reviews of key audit areas including revenue recognition, impairment, going concern, consolidation, and acquisition accounting
- Coordinated with internal technical and consultation teams to resolve complex accounting issues (e.g., prior year adjustments, going concern)
- Managed engagement financials including budgeting, ETC, and recovery, ensuring profitability and cost control
- Contributed to audit tenders and fee proposals, supporting new client acquisition and business development initiatives
- Provided structured coaching and performance feedback to team members, improving team efficiency and audit quality
Senior 2
EY UK LLP
2023.05 - 2025.04
- Led and delivered audit engagements in accordance with EY methodology and UK auditing standards, ensuring high-quality and timely completion
- Acted as audit in-charge, managing engagement teams, timelines, and delivery across multiple assignments
- Delivered audits across FRS 102, FRS 101, and IFRS frameworks, including group reporting and consolidation
- Collaborated with Partners on audit planning, including risk assessment (RMM), materiality, and group scoping
- Acted as key point of contact for client stakeholders, managing audit queries and coordinating with specialists on complex accounting matters
Senior Associate
KPMG India
2022.02 - 2023.04
- Executed audit engagements in accordance with firm methodology and regulatory standards, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable accounting frameworks
- Evaluated internal controls (IFC), including design and operating effectiveness, and provided recommendations to strengthen client processes and mitigate risks
- Acted as audit in-charge on multiple engagements, leading teams, coordinating with client stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery of audit assignments
- Assisted in audit planning, including risk assessment, walkthroughs, and materiality determination, and delivered advisory support on IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 implementation
Senior Associate
KPMG Sweden
2022.09 - 2023.03
- Acted as audit in-charge on engagements, working closely with Partners and senior managers on audit planning, including risk assessment (RMM), materiality, and group scoping
- Delivered audit work on complex IFRS areas, including revenue recognition (IFRS 15) and significant estimates such as impairment of goodwill, investments, and environmental provisions
- Reviewed audit workpapers and supported preparation of financial statement disclosures and compliance reporting
- Collaborated with cross-functional and international teams, including internal audit, to resolve control issues and enhance audit quality
Article Assistant
KPMG India
2019.03 - 2022.02
- Supported audit teams in executing financial statement audits across multiple entities, including preparation of audit documentation and testing across key financial statement areas
- Assisted in audit planning and execution, including documentation of procedures and ensuring sufficient and appropriate audit evidence
- Progressed to engagement in-charge responsibilities, coordinating with senior stakeholders and reporting key audit matters to managers and partners
Education
ACCA UK -
2026.03 -
ICAI-Chartered Accountant - undefined
CPA -
Australia
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Skills
- External Audit & Assurance
- IFRS, FRS 102/101, US GAAP
- Group Audit & Consolidation
- Risk Assessment (RMM) & Internal Controls
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Stakeholder & Client Management
- Audit Planning & Execution
- Team Leadership (20 members)
- Budgeting & Engagement Management
Accomplishments
- EY Spot awards
- Recognized for managing tasks with minimal leader intervention and for collaboration.
- KPMG kudos and Above and Beyond awards
- KPMG Audit quality award
Industries
- Information technology
- Hospital and Healthcare
- Logistics
- Chemicals and advanced materials
Timeline
ACCA UK -
2026.03 -
Assistant Manager D2
KPMG UK LLP
2025.05 - 2026.03
Senior 2
EY UK LLP
2023.05 - 2025.04
Senior Associate
KPMG Sweden
2022.09 - 2023.03
Senior Associate
KPMG India
2022.02 - 2023.04
Article Assistant
KPMG India
2019.03 - 2022.02
ICAI-Chartered Accountant - undefined
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
CPA -
Australia