Kirti Sehgal
@kirtisehgal
Chartered Accountant specializing in governance, risk, compliance, and internal controls.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Chartered Accountant with 8+ years of progressive experience focused on Governance, Risk & Compliance, Internal Controls, SOX and Internal Auditing.
At American Express, I led risk and compliance reviews, designed data governance frameworks, implemented Identity and Access Management protocols, and drove automation that reduced payment risk and saved approximately USD 1.5 million through predictive controls and OCR-enabled processes.
Earlier roles included end-to-end audit management, IFC testing, forensic investigations and corporate tax advisory. I work cross-functionally to build efficient, compliant processes that minimize risk and improve operational effectiveness.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Analyst, Data Governance
American Express India Private Limited
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Streamlined Data Issue Management process and upgraded system capabilities to strengthen the Data Governance framework; designed and implemented a cross-functional compliance assessment and managed high-impact data issues to ensure fit-for-use data.
Team Leader, Risk & Compliance
American Express India Private Limited
May 2020 - Jun 2024 (4 years 1 month)
Led risk and policy compliance reviews and automation initiatives, developing predictive controls and OCR-based processes that reduced review effort and saved approximately USD 1.5 million; designed IAM frameworks, SoD matrices, and detective controls to strengthen access governance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TIThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountancy, Accounting
Grade: 54%
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in November 2016.
IUIndira Gandhi National Open University
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting & Finance
Grade: 59%
Completed Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) from Indira Gandhi National Open University in December 2015.
CECentral Board of Secondary Education
Senior Secondary Certificate (Class 12), Higher Secondary (Class 12)
Grade: 92%
Completed Class 12 (CBSE) in 2011 with 92% aggregate.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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