Shobana Swaminathan
South Brunswick
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Manager at Cognizant with a proven track record in strengthening control environment and managing risk assessments. A critical thinker and effective communicator, I successfully led SOX programs and presentation of project results to senior management, driving impactful solutions that strengthened control environments. Recognized for mentoring teams and delivering high-quality results in complex projects.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Manager
Cognizant
05.2021 - Current
- As part of second line of defense, support Cognizant management in strengthening the controls and compliance environment by managing existing controls, assessing impact of people, system and process changes of varying complexities, assessing and proposing solutions for complying with new regulations and performing reviews for newly acquired companies
- As North America Business Process Lead and Global IT SOX Lead, managed regular communications with external auditors on issues, management action plans and remediation status
- Performed assessment of existing control environment and proposed changes based on gaps for acquired companies
- Managed externally reported data project by created risk and control matrices
- Assessed control implications of major ERP implementations and changes to existing systems (Ex
- Oracle EPM, SuccessFactors, Workday etc) considering process and IT risks
- Project manage and collaborate on various initiatives to strengthen control environment further to changes in internal and external environment
- As a Finance Academy volunteer, manage finance newsletter and drive various learning initiatives
Senior Internal Auditor
Volt Information Sciences, Inc
04.2017 - 04.2021
- As a Senior Internal Auditor at Volt Information Sciences, Inc, I led the execution of the SOX program, managed risk assessments, and facilitated discussions on compliance with senior management
- I also supervised and mentored team members, ensuring high-quality documentation and testing processes
- Additionally, I provided audit updates and contributed to presentations for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors
- Assisted management in the annual risk assessment process and creation of annual audit plan that is presented to Audit Committee and Board of Directors
- Lead risk assessment discussions for specific areas with various Senior Management and provided inputs to Internal Audit Management on the risk level and audit scope
- Drafted Audit Programs, lead execution of audits including identification of gaps, proposing suitable solutions and was instrumental in obtaining consensus from management
- Prepared or contributed to the process of creating audit committee presentations
- Lead the execution of the annual SOX program including planning, walkthroughs, testing of controls and communication of issues to management
- Managed Risk and Control matrices and Process flow charts
Module Facilitator
CPA Canada – Professional Education Program CPAWSB
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Coached and guided CPA PEP candidates throughout the nine (9) week module by providing feedback and rating on their weekly assignments
- Consistently received best rating from CPA mentors for quality of feedback to candidates and contributions to the CPA PEP program
Stay at Home Parent
04.2011 - 07.2016
- Maintained active certification with CPA, CGA and ISACA by working on the required CPD hours
Consultant – Risk Management
Deloitte & Touche LLP, Enterprise Risk Services
10.2008 - 04.2011
- Executed CEO/CFO certification (SOX) audits and General Computer Controls audit for various clients of Deloitte
- Independently lead meetings with client Management, testing and documentation of controls, presenting issues to client and Deloitte Management and proposing remediation
- IT general controls audit exposure to Windows, Linux, and Unix
Sales Invoicing Specialist
Canadian Wheat Board
07.2007 - 10.2008
- Responsible for managing the accuracy of several Sales accounting related accounts, including completion of timely account reconciliation, correction of erroneous entries, providing guidance to invoice processors and resolving system issues
- System testing – Performed User Acceptance Testing for enhancements to accounting systems
Internal Auditor
Xansa Ltd
03.2006 - 11.2006
- Performed various audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001: 2000 requirements, client SLA requirements and Xansa’s policies and practices
- Provided various metrics and reports to Management that was presented to Client Management
Team Lead
Hewlett Packard Global e: Business Center
India
01.2003 - 02.2006
- As a Team Lead, the role involved managing the transition of channel partner operations to a financial shared service center, ensuring a smooth and quick process with high customer satisfaction
- The responsibilities included leading and training a team of nine associates, overseeing claim processing, benefits calculation, and discount approvals for over 500 partners
- Additionally, the role required leading ISO certification processes, performing compliance audits, and conducting orientation sessions for new employees
Accountant
Motor Industries Company
India
02.2002 - 12.2002
- Performed various accounting activities including account reconciliations, preparation of Cash Flow Statements, review of payables, correction or erroneous entries and assisted in the monthly and annual closing process by providing the outside books provisions
Education
Certified Public Accountant - CPA, CGA
Canada08.2011
Certified Information Systems Auditor - CISA
United States02.2010
Graduate of Certified Management Accounting Institute - Grad CMA
India06.2002
Skills
Excellent communication
Team player and collaborator
Critical thinker and Problem solver
Project Management
Coach and mentor
Timeline
Sr. Manager
Cognizant
05.2021 - Current
Senior Internal Auditor
Volt Information Sciences, Inc
04.2017 - 04.2021
Module Facilitator
CPA Canada – Professional Education Program CPAWSB
08.2016 - 06.2020
Stay at Home Parent
04.2011 - 07.2016
Consultant – Risk Management
Deloitte & Touche LLP, Enterprise Risk Services
10.2008 - 04.2011
Sales Invoicing Specialist
Canadian Wheat Board
07.2007 - 10.2008
Internal Auditor
Xansa Ltd
03.2006 - 11.2006
Team Lead
Hewlett Packard Global e: Business Center
01.2003 - 02.2006
Accountant
Motor Industries Company
02.2002 - 12.2002
Certified Public Accountant - CPA, CGA
Certified Information Systems Auditor - CISA
Graduate of Certified Management Accounting Institute - Grad CMA
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