AYSHU AGRAWAL
F 37, Vipul World, Gurugram, Haryana,India
Summary
Experienced professional with analytical and flexible approach to solving problems. Focused on aligning individual and organizational objectives and put an effective use of academic skills, experience and professional competence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
Metro DC, USA
09.2022 - Current
- Experienced in statutory audit of Healthcare, Energy and Petroleum industry.
- Managed the audit from start to end by guiding junior team members and coordinating with overseas team.
- Performed analytical review procedure such as variance analysis, expectations build up, etc.
- Actively involved in the implementation and testing of ASC 842 - Leases.
- Engaged in planning and risk formalities of the audit engagement.
- Worked through the conclusion phase to prepare deliverables, review the GAAP checklist, subsequent events and the archival process within the agreed timelines.
- Performed EBP Audit for defined benefit plans.
- Other responsibilities included client management, resource allocation, continuously monitoring budget.
Senior Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
Bangalore, India
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Clientele primarily included companies operating in e-commerce sector.
- Performed diligence procedures including analysis revolving around areas such as revenue, margins and costs.
- Performed sell side diligence for start-ups seeking infusion of funds from investors.
- Performed buy side diligence on behalf of companies intending to invest in the target companies.
- Aggregated and analyzed company data to identify historical financial performance and operating trends.
- Analyzed quality of earnings, working capital considerations, potential liabilities and risks impacting the company.
- Ensured timely report deliverables and present findings to clients.
Assistant Manager
KPMG
Hyderabad, India
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Gained exposure as a core team member during audit of companies (Industries include healthcare, pharmaceutical, advertisement, manufacturing, etc).
- Conducted statutory audit, tax audit, group audit and limited reviews in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
- Managed audit starting from pre-engagement activities i.e. planning and risk formalities to closure of audits i.e. timely deliverables, invoicing, etc.
- Performed audit procedures across significant areas including but not limited to revenue, payroll, fixed assets, receivables, payables, cash and cash equivalents.
- Carried out analytical review procedures for yearly and quarterly variance analysis.
- Performed control testing to evaluate effectiveness of internal controls.
- Cross-functional collaboration with direct tax team, indirect tax team, transfer pricing team, risk team, etc.
- Diligently reviewed work performed by subordinates and constantly imparted knowledge and experience to team members.
- Actively engaged in team discussions and client meetings.
- Actively attended trainings and knowledge sessions conducted by the firm.
Articled Assistant
S. Basu Associates
Kolkata, India
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Performed statutory audit, tax audit and VAT audit.
- Investment accounting of individuals (viz. Mutual fund accounting, share transaction accounting).
- Return filing for companies to ensure compliances with Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
- Verifications of Direct tax and Indirect tax related compliances and return filing.
Education
Certified Public Accountant -
AICPA
01-2023
CFA Level I -
CFA Institute
01-2021
Chartered Accountancy -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi, India2017
Bachelor in Commerce (Honors) -
University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India2015
High School Diploma -
BasuJawahar Vidya Mandir
Ranchi, India2012
Matriculation -
SL DAV Public School
Khagaria, India2010
Skills
- Working knowledge of :
- SAP, Tally, IDEA
- MS Office packages
- Quick learner
- Team player
- Adaptive
Timeline
Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
09.2022 - Current
Senior Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
08.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Manager
KPMG
09.2017 - 07.2021
Articled Assistant
S. Basu Associates
09.2013 - 09.2016
Certified Public Accountant -
AICPA
CFA Level I -
CFA Institute
Chartered Accountancy -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor in Commerce (Honors) -
University of Calcutta
High School Diploma -
BasuJawahar Vidya Mandir
Matriculation -
SL DAV Public School
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