Harsha Sai Challa
Irving,TX
Summary
Efficient Senior Audit Associate equipped with skills in team leadership, audit planning and report preparation. Proven capabilities in Private and Public audits and client relations. Accomplished in training and mentoring staff to build strong teams and consistently achieve auditing goals. Well-versed in GAAP accounting standards, and with PCAOB, FASB, and SEC regulatory standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte & Touche LLP
2023.01 - Current
- Led and participated in the planning and execution of financial statement audits in accordance with auditing standards and regulatory requirements (GAAP, FASB, PCAOB, & AICPA) for clients in Tech, Consumer Retail, Entertainment, & Casino industries.
- Conducted risk assessments, identified key audit areas, and developed audit programs to address risks.
- Analyzed financial statements and internal controls to assess accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Perform analysis on client data and document testing procedures performed. Audits areas of the client financial statements, including transactions and internal controls
- Invest heavily in new innovations in data analytics and artificial intelligence using cutting-edge applications to differentiate the approach to audit
- Managed domestic/international audit teams. Clearly communicated the engagement status to the Audit Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners to ensure that established client deadlines were always met.
- Identified and communicated areas of improvement associated with the audit based on prior year knowledge and experience with other engagements to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Educated peers and juniors on how to effectively document procedures performed. Updated clients on accounting guidance to ensure financial statements were reflective of new guidance
- Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
- Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
Audit Intern
Deloitte & Touché., LLP
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Gathered data for external audits through interviews, financial research and downloads.
- Worked as an Audit intern for Boyd Gaming & MGM Casino audit engagements
- Performed risk assessment procedures, analytical procedures on various accounts and performed audit procedures responsive to those risks
- Utilized audit tools and technologies including artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, data visualizations, and process flow automation to perform audit procedures
- Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Developed a keen understanding of client-specific processes and systems through diligent review of documentation and inquiry with relevant personnel.
Audit Intern
Beasley Mitchell & Co., LLP- CPA
2020.05 - 2021.05
- Audited selected areas of financial statements and note disclosures
- Worked with clients’ documents and communicated efficiently with clients
- Worked with CCH Engagement, CaseWare, Checkpoint, Profitcents, and other accounting software
- Applied FASB, GASB, AICPA, and GAO accounting and reporting standards and other duties assigned
- Developed a keen understanding of client-specific processes and systems through diligent review of documentation and inquiry with relevant personnel.
- Provided assistance in researching complex accounting issues encountered during audits, applying relevant guidance to arrive at appropriate conclusions.
Education
Master of Science - Accountancy
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12.2022
Skills
- Audit reporting
- Experience with SEC filings
- Accounting Software
- Budget Analysis
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Control testing
- Data Analytics
- Risk Analysis
- Accounting Principles
- Financial Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Forecasting
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant: Passed all 4 sections
Languages
English
Full Professional
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Received shout-outs from Partner group & peer group for helping through busy seasons, pre-IPO audit process, and SEC registrations.
- Graduated with High Honors status in Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (December 2022)
- NMSU tennis team member and full athletic scholarship at a Division 1 school (2018 - 2022)
- Recognized as a perfect 4.0 GPA Student-Athlete (2018 - 2019)
- Inter Collegiate Tennis Association Division 1 All-Academic Award (2018 - 2021)
Timeline
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte & Touche LLP
2023.01 - Current
Audit Intern
Deloitte & Touché., LLP
2021.06 - 2021.08
Audit Intern
Beasley Mitchell & Co., LLP- CPA
2020.05 - 2021.05
Master of Science - Accountancy
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
New Mexico State University
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant: Passed all 4 sections
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