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Sheran Paul

London

Summary

Highly motivated ACCA finalist with an MSc and BSc in Accounting & Finance from the UK, bringing over 5 years of experience as an Audit Senior at EY and a background in financial services with HSBC. Adept at financial reporting, risk assessment, and internal controls, with a strong foundation in IFRS, UK GAAP, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead audit engagements, liaise with stakeholders, and drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Audit Senior

Ernst & Young
04.2022 - 01.2024
  • Led and managed teams responsible from audit planning to conclusion of high-profile listed clients portfolio in industries including construction, IT, manufacturing, and healthcare, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Suggested cost-control initiatives to clients, leading to an annual cost reduction by 15% through improved vendor management and inventory control
  • Conducted risk assessments and internal control evaluations for clients, identifying key financial risks and providing actionable recommendations that reduced errors by 15%.
  • Engaged in regular partner meetings to discuss audit strategies, findings, and improvement plans, facilitating strategic decision-making and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Reviewed audit files and mentored a team of 6 junior auditors providing feedback, improving overall productivity by 20%

Audit Assistant

Ernst & Young
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conducted detailed audit procedures of financial statements and internal controls, in identifying discrepancies and ensuring compliance with accounting standards [IFRS, SLFRS].
  • Collaborated with senior auditors to review Tax and VAT reconciliation, identifying discrepancies and proposing corrective actions that resulted in improved accuracy.
  • Maintained constant communication with clients, providing insights and recommendations, leading to a 20% increase in client retention.
  • Analyzed financial statements and management accounts, identifying discrepancies and proposing corrective actions that improved accuracy by 30%.
  • Utilized data analytics tools to review large datasets, improving sampling accuracy and reducing audit cycle time by 7%.

Credit Risk Officer

HSBC
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Analyzed financial statements, credit reports, payment histories, and market conditions to determine the potential risk of lending, achieving a 15% improvement in overall portfolio performance.
  • Utilized advanced data analytics tools to monitor credit exposure and trends, presenting findings to senior management to inform strategic risk management decisions.
  • Collaborated with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure credit agreements are in compliance with internal and external regulations.
  • Supported a 20% improvement in credit approval turnaround time by automating key aspects of the credit risk assessment process.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in 97% on-time payment compliance.

Education

MSc - Accounting & Finance

Manchester Metropolitan University
01.2024 - 01.2025

ACCA (Finalist) - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Kaplan
08.2018 -

BSc - Applied Accounting

Oxford Brookes University
09.2021 - 09.2024

Edexcel IALs -

Oasis International School
08.2015 - 08.2017

Edexcel IGCSE -

Oasis International School
08.2013 - 08.2015

Skills

  • Auditing & Financial Analysis
  • Risk Assessment & Compliance
  • Internal Controls & Process Improvement
  • Fixed Assets Reconciliation
  • Client & Stakeholder Communication
  • Team Leadership & Project Management
  • Internal Audit

Accomplishments

  • World Prize in Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) Accounting
    Achieved a perfect score of 600/600, recognizing outstanding performance among global candidates.
  • Best Employee Award, Credit Risk Department
    Recognized as the Best Employee for two consecutive quarters for outstanding performance in credit risk analysis and management, demonstrating exceptional analytical skills and commitment to team objectives.
  • Best Team Contribution Award
    Contributed to the automation of the loan process at HSBC, leading to significant cost savings for the business.

Timeline

MSc - Accounting & Finance

Manchester Metropolitan University
01.2024 - 01.2025

Audit Senior

Ernst & Young
04.2022 - 01.2024

BSc - Applied Accounting

Oxford Brookes University
09.2021 - 09.2024

Audit Assistant

Ernst & Young
02.2021 - 03.2022

Credit Risk Officer

HSBC
08.2018 - 08.2020

ACCA (Finalist) - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Kaplan
08.2018 -

Edexcel IALs -

Oasis International School
08.2015 - 08.2017

Edexcel IGCSE -

Oasis International School
08.2013 - 08.2015

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