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Galiba Sardar

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Results-oriented Audit Associate with a robust background in Financial Services Assurance at PwC, specializing in superannuation and asset management clients. Expertise includes audit planning, risk assessment, and executing comprehensive audits in compliance with AASB, ASA, and ASAE 3402 (GS 007). Proven track record of delivering high-quality work across complex financial statements while effectively collaborating with senior stakeholders. Recognized for strong analytical skills, team collaboration, and commitment to mentoring junior staff, alongside contributions to internal initiatives such as client mentorship programs and culture-building efforts as a Social Champion.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Audit Associate

PwC Australia
12.2023 - Current
  • Audited high-profile clients including Platinum Asset Management, BT Funds (under Westpac Group), Janus Henderson, and Macquarie Asset Management, focused on complex superannuation and investment fund structures.
  • Planned and executed end-to-end audit procedures in alignment with AASB, ASA, and ASAE 3402 (GS 007), incorporating economic and industry considerations impacting client operations.
  • Evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, conducted walkthroughs, assessed third-party GS 007 reports, and identified control deficiencies and financial reporting risks.
  • Performed substantive testing across key financial statement line items (FSLIs), including revenue recognition, employer/member contributions, benefit payments, AP/AR, PPE, equities, dividend income/payable, redemptions, distribution income and other complex balances.
  • Applied analytical procedures and large dataset testing to identify financial risks, detect material misstatements, and support audit conclusions.
  • Led client walkthrough meetings and team huddles; managed audit sections independently and ensured audit progress and quality through regular collaboration with senior team members.
  • Prepared high-quality audit workpapers, documentation, and reports; communicated key findings and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Coached junior team members through workpaper reviews, feedback, and on-the-job development to enhance audit quality and team capability.
  • Collaborated with internal leadership including the GCOO, People & Operations Leader (Partner), and Advisory Directors through the FS Strategy Team to co-lead a firmwide client mentorship program.
  • Acted as Social Champion to drive engagement, inclusion, and culture initiatives within the Financial Services division.
  • Completed PwC Assurance Levels 1–3 and Digital Academy training, strengthening technical capability, digital audit proficiency, and professional growth.

Contingent Financial Crime Project Consultant (AML/CTF Compliance), Analyst, Operations Delivery Centre

PwC Australia
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Company Overview: PWC is a passionate community of solvers delivering quality in audit, assurance, consulting and tax services.
  • Aiding in the refining of entity’s controls and systems by conforming KYC identification and discovering discrepancies, doing Enhanced Due Diligence (ECDD) in compliance with regulatory requirements, and completing continuing Customer Due Diligence (OCDD) on high-risk customers. Mitigating the business risk of associating with specific customers, hence reducing financial crime.
  • Have completed over 20% of the reviews done.
  • Performing Quality Checks to uphold the accuracy of the OCDD reviews conducted and ensuring the set standards are met. Audited about 50% of the daily reviews completed.
  • Working closely as a team with my colleagues to ensure weekly targets/deadlines are achieved.
  • Formed Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs) with the team that concisely describe the procedures followed and standards to be maintained.
  • Attended critical client meetings/daily team stand-ups where ideas were exchanged and daily goals were made to boost efficiency and motivation.
  • Previous Project: Philips| July 2022- September 2022
  • Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding their needs, promoting repeat business opportunities.

Fit Technician (Retail Sales Assistant/Shift Supervisor)

Athletes Foot Broadway
12.2020 - 11.2023
  • Company Overview: Athletes Foot is a Sports Footwear Retailer part of the larger Accent Group
  • Shift supervisor - opening/closing the store, managed up to 10 employees at a time.
  • Top 5 (4th) Sales Representative in New South Wales, during the busiest 3-month period- christmas till back to school 2021-2022 and 12th in the country, out of 300 Fit technicians.
  • Creating interpersonal experiences with customers whilst providing caring, professional, and personal service, driving store sales up by at least 6% compared to targets.
  • Fitting customers in trainers based on shoe technology knowledge, fitting expertise based on the customer’s needs.
  • Stock entry and inventory management on supervisory days.
  • Operating EFTPOS and POS systems, handling customer returns and exchanges, processing of online sales.
  • Diligently achieving sales target and achieving weekly KPIs.

Treasurer, Western Sydney University Hikers

Western Sydney University Hikers
07.2020 - 05.2023
  • Company Overview: Western Sydney University Hikers is within the Student Groups (Clubs and Societies) of Western Sydney University
  • Coordinating the budgeting process and upholding a high standard of money management.
  • Ensure that any funds generated by the club are collected and receipts in the club’s name are given.
  • Assist with the safekeeping of the club’s financial records, financial statements, and financial reports, as needed.
  • Assisting the president to conduct hiking trips safely and in an organized manner.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting - Major Financial Planning and Taxation

Western Sydney University
Sydney, AU
01.2023

International GCE A Levels - Graduated with Honors

S.F.X Greenherald International School
01.2018

Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting - Chartered Accounting

Chartered Accountants Australia And New Zealand (CA ANZ)
06-2026

Skills

  • External Audit AASB, ASA, ASAE 3402 (GS 007)
  • Financial Services Clients Superannuation & Asset Management
  • Audit Planning & Execution Risk Assessment Controls Testing
  • Substantive Testing
  • Financial Statement Analysis Analytical Procedures
  • Team Collaboration Junior Staff Coaching Client Walkthroughs
  • Stakeholder Engagement Partner & Director-Level Communication
  • Audit Documentation Workpaper Quality Professional Skepticism
  • PwC Aura Microsoft Excel Alteryx
  • Assurance Training (Levels 1–3) Digital Audit Exposure
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Efficiency and Time Management

Accomplishments

  • Identified over $8M in aged receivables (dating back to 2017) during AR testing for Macquarie Insurance, prompting senior-level discussions and revised financial disclosures supported by CFO-provided evidence — demonstrating professional skepticism and audit value-add.
  • Led client walkthroughs and team huddles; managed key audit sections across contributions, investments, and benefits for superannuation and asset management clients.
  • Coached junior staff on audit procedures and documentation, improving workpaper quality and review turnaround.
  • Selected for the FS Strategy Team and Social Champion role; partnered with directors and partners to co-deliver a firmwide client mentorship program.

LANGUAGES

English Fluent
Bengali Native
Hindi Proficient
French Beginner

Timeline

Audit Associate

PwC Australia
12.2023 - Current

Contingent Financial Crime Project Consultant (AML/CTF Compliance), Analyst, Operations Delivery Centre

PwC Australia
05.2022 - 11.2023

Fit Technician (Retail Sales Assistant/Shift Supervisor)

Athletes Foot Broadway
12.2020 - 11.2023

Treasurer, Western Sydney University Hikers

Western Sydney University Hikers
07.2020 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Accounting - Major Financial Planning and Taxation

Western Sydney University

International GCE A Levels - Graduated with Honors

S.F.X Greenherald International School

Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting - Chartered Accounting

Chartered Accountants Australia And New Zealand (CA ANZ)

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