gayathry rajagopalan

Planned and executed ITGC and ITAC control reviews, assisting in preparing plans and testing procedures for the Cognizant SOX Project. Reviewed test documentation, tracked project status, and assessed gaps for improvement, evaluating their business impact. Obtained and followed up on management action plans to ensure implementation.

Planned and executed control reviews for SOX clients, assisting in preparing plans and testing procedures. Reviewed test documentation for Automated Application Controls and IT General Controls within complex IT tools such as SAP, SailPoint, and CyberArk. Assisted in automation initiatives within the SOX team, reviewing BRD and UAT plans for SAP controls.

Led and executed business process control reviews, focusing on IT General Controls (ITGC). Validated automated application controls in SAP, Oracle, and in-house applications, identifying and testing controls across various business processes. Assessed gaps, evaluated business impact, and followed up on management action plans. Conducted data analysis using the ACL tool and contributed to the Centr

Performed functional testing for SAP FICO and PeopleSoft Financials 9.1 projects, analyzing Business Requirement Documents and Functional Specification Documents. Developed Test Strategy, Test Plan, Test Cases, and Scenarios replicating real-time business scenarios. Collaborated with functional and development teams to gather integration and technical test requirements.

Undertook assignments including Statutory Audit and Tax Audit. Responsible for preparing and finalizing Financial Statements, including Balance Sheet and Statement of Profit & Loss.

Conducted audits of the General Finance Department and Projects Department of the division. Assisted the Divisional Audit Manager in preparing reports with respect to internal audit observations.

Conducted tax and statutory audits, prepared corporate income tax returns, and performed internal audits. Responsibilities included business process analysis and report preparation.

Completed the Chartered Accountancy qualification in May 2011. This certification demonstrates expertise in accounting, auditing, and taxation.

Obtained the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification in December 2016. This certification focuses on information system auditing, control, and security.

Achieved the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification in April 2022. This certification validates expertise in internal audit practices and risk management.

Qualified as a Company Secretary, demonstrating knowledge in corporate law, governance, and compliance.

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree. This program provided a foundational understanding of business, finance, and accounting principles.