Sandeep Kutty
London,UK
Summary
Seasoned professional with focus on Information Technology Auditing. Skilled in identifying and mitigating risks through comprehensive assessments and strategic recommendations. Expertise in leveraging advanced IT systems and compliance frameworks to enhance security and operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Manager
KPMG UK
London
06.2023 - Current
- Managed IT SOx testing for Swiss Bank, directing a team of 12 testers in evaluating 600 IT controls. Ensured quality assurance of tests conducted while reporting progress to senior management.
- Led support for British multinational oil and gas company's GRC function, liaising with external auditors. Compiled memoranda and addressed audit findings, delivering quarterly SOx programme updates. Created target operating models for second line oversight and facilitated self-attestation processes. Oversaw user access reviews alongside segregation of duties and change management evaluations.
Director
KPMG
09.2011 - 06.2023
- Joined KPMG as Associate Consultant in September, 2011 and got promoted alternate years over period of 11 years. Currently working as 1st year Director. Handling team of 25 plus members across multiple projects and actively involved in training, coaching and mentoring of 13 direct reportees.
- Executed ISAE 3402/SSAE 18 and SOC 2 assurance audits (Readiness review, Type I & II) of various large Multinational Companies in BPO and ITES covering F&A services, Application Development Services, Banking Services, Fund accounting etc.
- Leading Sox implementation program for affiliates of a large Ecommerce Company, including one of largest digital payment company in India.
- Performing the review of the business process in Banking Sector (such as Collateral Management, Loan repayment, reconciliation, commercial credit card, equipment financing etc.) to validate the appropriateness of the internal control system implemented.
- Performing the review of the business process (such as Procurement to pay, Order to cash, Fixed assets, etc.) to validate the appropriateness of the internal control system implemented.
- Preparation of Risk Control Matrix & Flow Chart for business process.
- Performing test of design and operating effectiveness of the automated (IT application controls) and manual controls as well as IT General controls across multiple applications.
- Performing substantive analytical procedures wherever applicable.
- Preparation and review of internal audit report for Management Review.
- Identify avenues for automating controls and provide recommendations for implementation.
- Led key CFR programs for LOD 2 function of client on Shadow IT and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) - Blue Prism.
- Performed review of the Risk Assessment process of the client and assessed adequacy of controls in place basis the leading practices based on COBIT and ISACA guidance.
- Review of design & operating effectiveness of controls around governance, access Management, Change Management and IT Operations.
- Control Optimisation, rationalisation and identification of roadmap for automation of controls.
- Deepen key account relationships, expand attest and audit portfolio of the firm.
- Project Management: Completing the risk management formalities, Preparing the Audit Plan and Procedure for the project.
- Training the team members and guiding them during project execution.
- Monitoring the project budget on periodic basis and taking necessary actions wherever required.
- Effective management of WIP and Debtors including cash collection.
- Evaluate, counsel, mentor and provide feedback on performance of team members.
- Help in Department in developing new solution and capability. Currently focusing on Audit of RPA & Artificial Intelligence.
- Help in recruitment for department by resource planning, shortlisting suitable candidates and conducting interviews.
- Identifying automation opportunity in control testing using RPA.
Secondment
KPMG Singapore
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Compliance to Technology Risk Management guidelines issued by Monetary Authority of Singapore and testing application control for banking companies during Secondment to KPMG Singapore.
R.K Khanna & Associates
Bangalore
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: Chartered accountant firm
- Preparation of Financial Statements, book keeping for BPO and ITES companies, Internal Audit of Garment Company, Statutory audits of companies & trusts, Review of internal control & suggesting effective system, Ledger scrutiny, Variance and ratio analysis of balance sheet and Profit and loss Account items and handling client statutory compliance.
- Chartered accountant firm
- Expanded revenue from two key accounts by 60% (2M USD) and 50% (15K USD) respectively in two years.
- Guided team for development of RPA Assessment and Desktop Security review tool.
- Added multiple new logos to the Firm clientele.
- Led the recruitment efforts for the solution and achieved 2x growth in hiring.
- Secured top 10% with total scaled score of 613 in CISA.
- Kudos award from KPMG in 2013 & 2016 (recognition for contribution on project/assignment involving multi-tasking and handling stringent deadlines to make a positive impact).
- Above and beyond award from KPMG in 2014 (recognition for individuals who consistently demonstrated behaviour to support initiatives led by the organisation).
- Rising star award from KPMG in 2011 (recognition for contribution as a new joiner in short span of 6 months).
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
DelhiBachelor's Degree - Commerce
Calicut University
IndiaSkills
- IT and Business Process Internal Audit
- SOX audit and IRM in External audits
- ISAE 3402/SSAE 16 and SOC 2 attestation
- RPA audit, Cloud security
- Automation in control testing
- COSO 2013
- AWS
- Senior team leadership
- ISO 27001 standard knowledge
- Risk management proficiency
Accomplishments
- Expanded revenue from two key accounts by 60% (2M USD) and 50% (15K USD) respectively in two years.
- Guided team for development of RPA Assessment and Desktop Security review tool.
- Added multiple new logos to the Firm clientele.
- Led the recruitment efforts for the solution and achieved 2x growth in hiring.
- Secured top 10% with total scaled score of 613 in CISA.
- Kudos award from KPMG in 2013 & 2016.
- Above and beyond award from KPMG in 2014.
- Rising star award from KPMG in 2011.
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Custom
- Driving
- Cooking
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Z3873372
- Date of birth: 03/10/85
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Married
Affiliations
- Long drives
- Cooking
Certification
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
- Chartered Accountancy (ICAI)
- HITRUST - Certified CSF Practitioner
- Lead Auditor in ISMS ISO/IEC 27001:2022
- Lead Auditor in PIMS ISO/IEC 27701:2019
- Lead Auditor in BCMS ISO/IEC 22301:2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Manager
KPMG UK
06.2023 - Current
Secondment
KPMG Singapore
10.2015 - 12.2015
Director
KPMG
09.2011 - 06.2023
R.K Khanna & Associates
01.2008 - 01.2011
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Bachelor's Degree - Commerce
Calicut University
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