SWETHA SURESH BABU
London,UK
Summary
Analytical and driven finance professional with expertise in financial analysis, governance, and program evaluation. Adept at delivering data-driven insights to senior stakeholders, fostering strategic decision-making, and driving process improvements. Known for exceptional cross-functional collaboration and the ability to manage complex projects in dynamic environments. Seeking to leverage these strengths to contribute to Apple's EMEIA Retail Finance team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6059
6059
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Audit Assistant Manager
KPMG
London, UK
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided comprehensive financial analysis to support strategic business decisions and governance for diverse audit engagements, including high-profile multinational public-listed clients in the retail and hospitality sectors with revenues exceeding £5 billion.
- Utilized advanced Excel functions and data analytics tools to streamline audit procedures and reduce testing efforts through effective risk assessment. Achieved a 25% reduction in audit procedure time, consistently meeting deadlines and completing audits 15% ahead of schedule, enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Assigned as the lead in charge of client engagements, responsible for project management and directly coaching and mentoring over 8 onshore and offshore staff.
- Discussed audit methodologies and approaches directly with managers and partners, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory standards and built strategic partnerships with key stakeholders through proactive communication, ensuring seamless project execution.
Associate Auditor
KPMG
London, UK
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Conducted in-depth financial analyses for multinational clients in the telecommunications and consumer goods sectors with revenues exceeding £8 billion, identifying significant risks and ensuring compliance with auditing standards.
- Collaborated with management and tax specialists on uncertain tax positions across 10+ countries, identifying significant tax risks, addressing audit misstatements by challenging management on audit compliance and communicating findings promptly to senior team members.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to document process narratives and control matrices, fostering improved oversight and operational efficiency.
- Developed and communicated strategic audit recommendations to senior leadership, enhancing governance and financial reporting quality.
Education
Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of England And Wales (ICAEW)
MSc. - Finance and Accounting
Imperial College Business School
BA - Business Administration, Emphasis in Accounting & Finance
University of California, Irvine
Study Abroad Exchange - Business Management
King's College London
Skills
- Financial Analysis and Modeling
- Advanced Data Analytics
- Technical report writing
- Financial literacy
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Risk Assessment and Governance
- Process Improvement and Documentation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coaching, Mentoring, Project planning and leadership
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Apps, and Data Visualization Tools
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Native
Arabic
Beginner
French
Beginner
Timeline
Audit Assistant Manager
KPMG
01.2024 - 04.2025
Associate Auditor
KPMG
10.2020 - 01.2024
Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of England And Wales (ICAEW)
MSc. - Finance and Accounting
Imperial College Business School
BA - Business Administration, Emphasis in Accounting & Finance
University of California, Irvine
Study Abroad Exchange - Business Management
King's College London
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