Kanav Sharma
Assistant Manager Internal Controls
Woking
Summary
Rich experience in SOX Audit & ICFR Compliance(Designing and Testing of Controls including Substantive Testing) and Internal/External Audits
With over 7+ years of experience in the audit industry, I specialize in assisting organizations in planning and executing robust SOX programs to ensure financial accuracy, mitigate risks, and drive process improvements. My expertise lies in evaluating risks, assessing potential sources of financial misstatement, and setting up Internal Controls in the applicable accounting framework governed by UK SOx, US SOx, IFRS, ASC(US), and other GAAPs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Manager Internal Controls
MITIE Facilities Management
06.2023 - Current
- Developing risk and control framework for UK SOX including finalising control descriptions based on draft test scripts and Walkthrough sessions conducted with business stakeholders with an objective of preparing Mitie for upcoming UK SOX corporate governance code
- Preparing Internal controls report for each BU by leveraging internal controls testing performed for each division and sharing remediation plan with FCs/FDs along with providing opportunity to design new controls
- Preparing AC meeting deck for internal controls tested(pass/fail) along with suggesting suitable remedial plan/process improvements to business stakeholders.
- Scoping and process Mapping of Financial Statements from SAP(accounting system) to Hyperion(reporting system) at FSLIs level by leveraging internal control for each area and identifying gaps for new IFCs.
Deputy Manager Internal Audit
Zscaler
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Engaged in development of risk assessment framework upon which audit plan will be based, as well as review/testing of critical Business/ITGC controls across different business processes in accordance with IIA standards framed for COSO environment
- Identification and preparation of SOX/ICFR risk control matrix for new/existing systems as well as managing their related ITCs /ITACs processes along with testing of associated system generated reports.
- Performing internal/operational audits of various business process based on enterprise risk factors and identifying process improvements/deficiencies, including recommended best practices followed in related industry
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
Zscaler
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducting process walkthroughs, reviewing audit work papers, and collaborating with business partners for implementing suggested audit recommendations
- Review critical IPE parameters and testing of user management access across different applications including password controls as defined policy for different applications such as Net Suite, EEO, Success Factors, ADP etc.
Experienced Associate(Assurance)
PwC
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Engaged in risk assessment during planning stage, as well as validation of control matrix and control testing specific to financial statement audit until completion.
- Established solid relationships with business stakeholders and performing auditing of public/private companies in accordance with applicable IFRS/ASC/Ind-AS accounting standards as per applicable financial reporting framework
- Performed specified procedures as well as group audit assignments covering key areas of financial statements as defined by network PwC firms around world, and shared audit findings within timeframe specified
Education
Chartered Accountant - Auditing And Financial Accounting
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi 06.2009 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts And Audit
Panjab University
Chandigarh, India 06.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
SOX/IFCR
Internal Audit
Remedial Testing
Risk Management
Variance Analysis
ITGC/IPE Testing
External Audit
Regulatory Compliance
Accomplishments
Nominated for Outstanding private sector internal audit team by Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors UK for Mitie
2 Bravo awards and 3 Spot awards in Zscaler for consistent Performance and meeting expectations
Above and Beyond Appreciation Award in PwC for outstanding performance
Timeline
Assistant Manager Internal Controls
MITIE Facilities Management
06.2023 - Current
Deputy Manager Internal Audit
Zscaler
08.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
Zscaler
08.2019 - 07.2021
Experienced Associate(Assurance)
PwC
04.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts And Audit
Panjab University
06.2010 - 06.2013
Chartered Accountant - Auditing And Financial Accounting
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
06.2009 - 01.2017