Athira Ramachandran
@athiraramachandran
Audit and controls professional at KPMG who tested SOX/ICFR and IT controls across financial reporting processes.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At KPMG GLOBAL DELIVERY CENTRE, I performed ITGC and IT application control testing for SOX/ICFR engagements. I also prepared process narratives, flowcharts, and RACMs from walkthroughs and control documentation.
In KPMG's Core Audit TMT practice, I tested financial reporting controls across Financial Reporting, Order-to-Cash, and Procure-to-Pay processes. I served as Backup Team Lead and acted as Team Lead for two months, coordinating work allocation, reviewing deliverables, and mentoring junior associates.
Earlier, I performed U.S. GAAP financial statement audit procedures and supported statutory audit work at JOSEPH MATHEW & CO, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS. I passed CIA Part 1 and am a Part 2 candidate; I’m seeking opportunities in Internal Controls, Risk, and Business Process Controls in the UAE.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Performed ITGC and IT application control testing as part of SOX/ICFR engagements, including logical access, change management, and IT-dependent controls. Documented process narratives, flowcharts, and RACMs, and tested IPE for completeness and accuracy.
Performed SOX (ICFR) testing over key financial reporting controls, assessing design and operating effectiveness per COSO. Prepared process narratives, flowcharts, and RACMs, and tested controls across O2C, P2P, and financial reporting. Served as backup team lead and later as team lead, coordinating work and mentoring juniors.
Performed financial statement audit procedures for U.S. GAAP engagements, including substantive testing and 10-K/10-Q tie-outs. Supported audit planning, risk assessment, and documentation while working with global teams.
Audit Intern
Joseph Mathew & Co, Chartered Accountants
Feb 2021 - Apr 2021 (2 months)
Assisted with finalization of financial statements, preparation of projected financials, and trial balance reviews. Supported statutory audit procedures including verification of closing stock and documentation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Madras Christian College
Master of Commerce, Computer-Oriented Business Applications
Grade: 8.85/10
Master of Commerce in Computer-Oriented Business Applications with a CGPA of 8.85/10.
Sacred Heart College, Thevara
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance and Taxation
Grade: 9.1/10
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Taxation with a CGPA of 9.1/10.
NASBA
Python Data Analysis, Data Analysis
Completed Python Data Analysis certification.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis, Financial Analysis
Completed Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis certification.
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Location
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