Surabhi Upadhyay

• Led audit engagements for FTSE-listed clients in diverse sectors, ensuring compliance with IFRS and US GAAP
• Conducted technical IFRS, UK and US GAAP reviews across key accounting areas, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial statements
• Reviewed and assessed internal control framework (ICFR/SOX) and IT general controls, identifying control gaps and recommending process improvements
• Performed in-depth reviews of group consolidations, including multi-entity structures, intercompany eliminations, and FX considerations
• Acted as Engagement In-Charge, managing teams of 5–6 and ensuring timely delivery, quality, and stakeholder alignment
• Collaborated closely with senior finance stakeholders (Finance Managers, Controllers) to resolve complex accounting issues
• Presented key audit findings and recommendations directly to Partners and Senior leadership
  

Key Achievements:

• Directly involved in handling regulator queries and received
strong feedback on Consolidation and provision reviews conducted
• Awarded Audit Quality Award for excellence in accuracy of financial statements review and attention to detail
• Recognised by senior finance stakeholders (Finance Managers/Controllers) for strong project management, organisation and stakeholder coordination skills

• Reviewed Financial statements under IFRS and Ind AS reporting framework.
• Led end to end audit engagements and coached Junior staff.
• Supported group reporting assignments and consolidation reviews for multinational clients
• Finalised audit findings and used them as basis for developing practical recommendations.
• Directed engagement review processes, resulting in successful listing and thorough review findings.

Key Achievements

• Awarded with EY Shukran for managing complex engagement and delivering high quality results.
• Conducted comprehensive reviews using analytical tools to provide strategic insights that informed decision-making processes for senior managers and partners.

Assisted in preparation of financial statements, MIS reports, and variance analysis for management decisions.

Supported budgeting activities and procurement financial evaluations.
Contributed suggestions to enhance internal financial controls.

• Assisted in preparation and review of financial statements to support accuracy in reporting.
• Managed processes for VAT and tax returns to facilitate efficiency.
  Supported individuals in tax cases with authorities through preparation and assistance.