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Saumya Raj

Saumya Raj

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Seasoned Manager in Financial Risk and Advisory with over 8 years of experience specializing in SOX testing, internal audits, and AML investigations. Demonstrated expertise in leading diverse teams, managing significant client portfolios, and driving business development across the USA, Singapore, and China. Recognized for exceptional client relations and a strategic approach to global client experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Protiviti India Member Firm
Hyderabad
2023.01 - Current

SOX Compliance and Quality Control:

  • Led walkthroughs with process owners and reviewed SOX business process controls and General IT Controls (GITC).
  • Conducted quality reviews and fostered strong relationships with Onshore teams.

Client Management and Business Development

  • Managed portfolio of 15+ clients, overseeing resource allocation, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Collaborated with US-based points of contact to understand client portfolios and identify new business opportunities.

Financial Management and Operations

· Oversaw resource scheduling and budgets, performing regular budget-to-actual analyses.

· Managed client invoicing and team time management, ensuring 100% budget adherence and timely project delivery.

Training and Development

  • Delivered training sessions on DataSnipper to teams in India and the Middle East.
  • Conducted firm-wide training on SOX compliance, Audit Boards, DataSnipper, and Workiva.

Deputy Manager

Protiviti India Member Firm
2021.06 - 2023.01
  • Conducted quality reviews of control testing performed by the team, providing assistance with follow-up questions.
  • Executed physical inventory audits at five locations, including those in the USA and Singapore.
  • Built strong working relationships with engagement managers and onshore team members, improving project coordination.

Lead Solution Advisor (Senior Consultant)

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2020.07 - 2021.04
  • Prepared audit reports to ensure that findings and recommendations are objective, factual, and compliant with policies and standards.
  • Reviewed flowcharts and conducted readiness testing.
  • Acted as Scrum Master, enhancing team creativity and efficiency.

Solution Advisor

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2018.07 - 2020.06
  • Documented process narratives, Risk Control Matrices (RCM), and process flows.
  • Conducted business controls testing, GITC testing, and GAP analysis to identify deficiencies in controls across various business processes for multiple clients.
  • Executed an internal audit at a client site in China, identifying deficiencies, documenting findings, presenting them to management

Associate Solution Advisor

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2017.05 - 2018.06
  • Assisted clients with SOC template completion.
  • Conducted business process controls testing, detecting, and reporting deficiencies across different clients.

Associate Solution Advisor (Contract)

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2016.11 - 2017.05
  • Worked on anti-money laundering projects, prepared business flowcharts (Visio), and supported KYC processes.

Education

CISA

CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Chartered Secretary (CS) -

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

B.Com -

DAVV University, Indore (Madhya Pradesh)

Skills

· Leadership

· Project Management

· SOX Compliance and Testing

· General Information Controls Testing (GITC)

· Internal Audit

· Risk Assessment and Management

· DataSnipper Proficiency

Accomplishments

  • 2024, 2023, 2022: Recognitions from US and GDC Leaderships for excellent client service.
  • 2021: Accelerator Award for exceptional contribution to clients, project delivery, and talent development.
  • 2021: Client Appreciation Award for performance-based achievements.
  • 2020: Inclusion Award for integral contribution to the company.
  • 2019: Applause Award (Quarterly).
  • 2018: Client Appreciation Award and SAR Star Award for top performance.
  • 2017: Spot Award (Quarterly).

Personal Information

Visa Status: H4, EAD

Custom

  • H4 and EAD Approved.

Timeline

Manager

Protiviti India Member Firm
2023.01 - Current

Deputy Manager

Protiviti India Member Firm
2021.06 - 2023.01

Lead Solution Advisor (Senior Consultant)

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2020.07 - 2021.04

Solution Advisor

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2018.07 - 2020.06

Associate Solution Advisor

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2017.05 - 2018.06

Associate Solution Advisor (Contract)

Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
2016.11 - 2017.05

CISA

CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Chartered Secretary (CS) -

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

B.Com -

DAVV University, Indore (Madhya Pradesh)
Saumya Raj