Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Activities and Community Involvement
Languages
Timeline
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Preksha Navinchandra Shah

IT Audit Analyst
San Jose,CA

Summary

Proven IT Audit Analyst with over 6 years of experience in data analysis, accounting, audit, and risk management. Expertise in evaluating IT processes, systems, and applications to identify risks and recommend improvements. I have strong soft skills, including leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, and a passion for community involvement through coordinating and volunteering in national events. Seeking an on campus job to apply my knowledge and experience.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Pritesh Shah & Associates

IT Audit Analyst
04.2018 - 03.2021

Job overview

* Utilization of agile audit method validated action plans implemented by management to improve database access controls by 10%.* Recommended appropriate system controls to protect customer data.* Use of advanced excel techniques for preparing systematic records of data of a client. * Counseled clients on areas of improvements.* Composed beneficial audit report for client outlining observations, recommendations and systemic improvements that enhancedcontrol environment and satisfied stakeholders.* Identification of design deficiencies in the information system and controls operating within the business process and testing ofcontrols both automated and manual.

Bhavik Shah & Associates

Finance & Accounting Intern
02.2015 - 02.2018

Job overview

* Provided CFO Services which included Accounting with ensuring the accuracy and correctness of bills.* Managed financial systems & financial audits.* Liaised with clients and providing suggestions for improvement.* Reviewed Information systems of clients.* Designed and implemented standard operating procedures over all the units of business.

Education

California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA

Master of Science from Business Analytics
12.2024

University Overview

Sheth D L Law College(Kachchh University)* Gujarat, India
Gujarat, India

Bachelor from Law
05.2020

University Overview

Shri J B Thacker Commerce College (Kachchh University)
Gujarat, India

Bachelor of Commerce from Accounting And Finance
04.2016

University Overview

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and Analysis
  • Communication
  • Customer Interaction
  • Customer Management
  • Customer Support
  • Organizational Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Accounting
  • Business Administration
  • Programming
  • Data Analysis
  • Statistics
  • Risk management
  • Teaching Foundational Study Skills

Activities and Community Involvement

Activities and Community Involvement

Student Volunteer (Tutor), Bacchpan NGO (August 2018 - Dec 2019)

  • Helped underprivileged children with education by providing computer and mathematics courses for 8 hours every week
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that increased student engagement and understanding
  • Monitored and tracked student progress, providing personalized feedback and support to ensure academic success
  • Achieved a 30% increase in student grades through targeted teaching methods and individualized attention


Student Assistant, Shri J B Thacker Commerce College (August 2014 - February 2015)

  • Interacted with guests and staff to ensure a positive experience using campus sports facilities
  • Provided knowledgeable assistance and recommendations for event planning and reservations
  • Collaborated with event planning groups to improve overall guest experience
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills in providing updates to staff and guests about events and reservations

Languages

Languages
  • English, Hindi, Gujarati

Timeline

IT Audit Analyst
Pritesh Shah & Associates
04.2018 - 03.2021
Finance & Accounting Intern
Bhavik Shah & Associates
02.2015 - 02.2018
California State University, East Bay
Master of Science from Business Analytics
Sheth D L Law College(Kachchh University)* Gujarat, India
Bachelor from Law
Shri J B Thacker Commerce College (Kachchh University)
Bachelor of Commerce from Accounting And Finance
Preksha Navinchandra ShahIT Audit Analyst