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Pankaj Jindal

@pankajjindal

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Chartered Accountant and Assurance Manager focused on PCAOB-compliant, digital audits.

India

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to apply my audit and analytical background in a broader consulting setting—owning engagements end to end, driving risk-based planning, and using digital audit tools to improve delivery while maintaining strong client communication and leadership.

I’m a Chartered Accountant with 8+ years in statutory audit and assurance across EY, PwC, and Grant Thornton. Currently with EY’s Global Delivery Services (GDS) practice, I run PCAOB-compliant integrated audits for US-listed clients and lead delivery teams that work directly with onshore engagement partners.

I’m comfortable owning engagements end to end—from planning and risk assessment through to reporting—supported by a solid grounding in IFRS and Ind AS, internal controls (ICFR), and risk-based audit planning. I’ve led teams of around 15, coordinating delivery across globally distributed groups and acting as the main point of contact for client finance leaders and audit committees on financial reporting risks and control gaps.

Recently, I’ve focused on bringing digital audit tools into day-to-day delivery, helping roll out EY’s digital audit tools across 5+ engagements to cut cycle time and manual effort. Beyond delivery, I’ve contributed to quality and documentation improvements under ISQM through practical Kaizen changes, while building strong stakeholder management, executive communication, and problem-solving habits that keep audits on schedule and within budget.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Manager - Assurance

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Ernst & Young (EY GDS)

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Run PCAOB-compliant integrated statutory audits for US-listed entities, owning engagement delivery from planning and risk assessment through reporting. Lead a team of ~15 and work with US-based partners while helping roll out digital audit tools across multiple engagements.

PCAOB Integrated Audits SEC Reporting Controls Testing Risk Assessment Substantive Analytics IFRS EY Canvas Team Leadership Stakeholder Management SEC US Listed Clients

Assistant Manager - Statutory Audit

Grant Thornton Advisory India Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Led statutory audits for mid-to-large companies across consumer goods and IT, covering Companies Act, ICAI standards, and IFRS/Ind AS requirements. Reviewed internal control design and operating effectiveness and supervised junior team members through audit testing and walkthroughs.

ICAI Standards IFRS IND Internal Controls Controls Testing Audit Scheduling Team Supervision Walkthroughs Substantive Testing

Assistant Manager - Statutory Audit

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Jan 2021 - Aug 2021 (7 months)

Performed substantive audit analytics including AP/AR testing, cutoff procedures, and financial statement tie-outs under AICPA and PCAOB frameworks. Prepared and reviewed IFRS disclosure checklists while maintaining documentation and independence requirements.

Substantive Analytics Financial Statement Tie Out AICPA Frameworks PCAOB Financial Statement Disclosure Checklists

Senior Consultant - Audit & Assurance

Walker Chandiok & Co LLP (Grant Thornton India)

Sep 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Conducted full-scope statutory audits across multiple industries, including walkthroughs, substantive testing, and analytical review of financial statements. Worked with senior managers to resolve audit observations to support timely sign-offs.

Walkthroughs Substantive Testing Analytical Reviews Financial Statement Audits