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Rohit Sharma

MELBOURNE,VIC

Summary

Strategic senior manager with extensive expertise in IFRS standards and financial analysis. Demonstrated success in leading audits for major clients, providing strategic insights, and developing high-performing teams. Skilled in utilizing data analytics to improve audit processes and achieve significant results across various sectors.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager, External Audit

EY
Melbourne, Australia
04.2023 - Current
  • Led audit and half-yearly reviews of IFRS financial statements for large and medium size ASX listed and privately owned entities.
  • Demonstrated technical excellence in complex areas such as Business combinations (including under common control), share-based payment, Derivatives, Goodwill impairment assessment.
  • Communicated audit findings effectively to audit committees and boards, leading impactful discussions.
  • Managed annual budgeting process with forecasting and financial analysis to align resources with strategic goals.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends and informed deep financial insights for strategic decision-making processes.
  • Contributed to the preparation of RFPs and successfully secured new business opportunities
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones, fostering collaboration and driving timely project delivery.
  • Developed high-performing team of managers, assistant managers, and seniors through targeted guidance and performance monitoring.
  • Contributed to the preparation of RFPs and successfully secured new business opportunities

Major Sectors - Retail, Manufacturing and Professional service

Senior Manager, External Audit

EY
, Kuwait
11.2015 - 03.2023
  • Led audits for large listed entities and privately owned businesses.
  • Audited Nestlé Kuwait, Alshaya Group, and Alghanim Group, overseeing 100+ international retail brands.
  • Guided clients through IPO process, ensuring compliance and strategic readiness.
  • Contributed to practice-level initiatives enhancing data analytics and robotics capabilities.
  • Recruited personnel up to assistant manager level, facilitating manager-level interviews.
  • Served major clients in retail, manufacturing, logistics, real estate, Investment and banking sectors.
  • Progressed from audit senior to senior manager within five years at EY Kuwait.

Assistant Manager, External Audit

EY
New Delhi, India
09.2014 - 10.2015
  • Executed audits for entities in healthcare and digital sectors, ensuring compliance and accuracy
  • Facilitated client preparation for IPO, enhancing readiness and alignment with regulatory requirements
  • Coordinated project timelines and schedules across multiple teams.

Senior, External Audit

KPMG
, India
09.2011 - 08.2014
  • Conducted comprehensive audits for listed and privately held entities in FMCG, automotive, and consumer goods industries, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Developed audit plans and identified key risk areas for comprehensive assessments.
  • Led external audit engagements for diverse client portfolios across multiple industries.

Internship

Dharam Taneja Associates
New Delhi, India
07.2007 - 01.2011
  • Performed tax audits for high-net-worth individuals and large corporates, identifying potential areas for tax optimization.
  • Conducted statutory audits for small and medium-sized companies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed corporate compliance tasks, including incorporation of companies, facilitating adherence to legal requirements.

Education

Chartered Accountancy -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India
06-2011

Bachelor of commerce (Hons) -

Shivaji College
Delhi, India
07-2009

Skills

  • Audit management
  • IFRS standards
  • Financial analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Budgeting and business performance management
  • Data visualization

Accomplishments

• Recognized as the Data Analytics Champion at EY Kuwait office and awarded the Silver Badge in Data Visualization.
• Achieved a top rating of 1 in internal AQRs while serving as Engagement Senior Manager/Manager in EY Melbourne and Kuwait.
• Generated over $1 million in additional revenue from various clients in 2021
• Successfully passed all CA exams on the first attempt.

Personal Information

Visa: Permanent resident

Timeline

Senior Manager, External Audit

EY
04.2023 - Current

Senior Manager, External Audit

EY
11.2015 - 03.2023

Assistant Manager, External Audit

EY
09.2014 - 10.2015

Senior, External Audit

KPMG
09.2011 - 08.2014

Internship

Dharam Taneja Associates
07.2007 - 01.2011

Chartered Accountancy -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of commerce (Hons) -

Shivaji College
Rohit Sharma