Profile Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Internal Auditor having experience in risk assessment, financial reporting, compliance auditing, and internal control evaluation. Adept at identifying operational inefficiencies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic recommendations to strengthen organizational integrity. Proven track record in using data analytics to drive insightful audits and continuous process improvements.
Key Skills
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Employment History
Team Lead - Accounting & Management Reporting at Beiersdorf
July, 2025 - Present
- Generated and delivered monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS, SOI, cash flow statements, and financial performance insights to senior management, ensuring adherence to IFRS and local GAAP standards.
- Oversaw end-to-end financial operations, including month-end close, journal entries, accruals, cost allocations, and account reconciliations for accurate reporting.
- Performed cost center accounting and ensured compliance with corporate accounting policies and group-specific guidelines.
- Managed SAP FI, CO, and SD modules integration to automate and optimize Record-to-Report (RTR) processes.
- Acted as primary point of contact for internal and statutory audits, supporting audit readiness and compliance.
- Supervised Accounts Payable, Intercompany reconciliations, Procure-to-Pay processes, invoice processing, and credit/debit memo management.
- Designed and implemented financial process improvements to drive operational efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Deputy Manager (Finance Controller) at Cipla Limited
October, 2023 - June, 2025
- Provided assurance and risk advisory support to business units; executed special audits focused on cost optimization and control improvement.
- Oversaw cross-border financial transactions and partnered with global vendors and Cipla’s FSS team to optimize operational efficiency.
- Completed IDPMS/EDPMS filings in compliance with RBI regulations and tracked DPT-3 requirements for overdue customer advances.
- Assessed financial exposures, implemented risk mitigation measures, and secured approvals as per Delegation of Authority (DOA) policies.
- Reconciled vendor advances, managed write-backs and write-offs, and validated monthly provisions for accuracy and compliance.
- Compiled balance sheet and P&L reports, while ensuring audit readiness through accurate trade finance documentation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams including finance, compliance, and logistics to streamline international payment processes and reduce transaction delays.
- Monitored forex fluctuations and collaborated with treasury for timely settlements to optimize foreign currency transactions.
Accounts Manager at Micropark Logistics Private Limited (Freelancer)
May, 2023 - October, 2023
- Managed GST compliance activities including preparation and submission of GSTR-1, GSTR-3B returns, GSTR-2B reconciliation, GST audits, and responded to tax-related inquiries.
- Developed and enforced internal control frameworks for procurement and payment cycles, minimizing compliance risks and audit findings.
- Supervised a team of 7 accounting professionals, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing team collaboration.
- Generated comprehensive monthly management reports analyzing divisional profitability to facilitate executive decision-making.
- Assisted in Tally Prime rollout; addressed accounting process issues and streamlined operational workflows.
- Completed account finalizations, performed AR/AP reconciliations, and prepared documentation for Income Tax and GST regulatory requirements in liaison with senior finance management.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure regulatory adherence and smooth audit processes.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on GST regulations, accounting standards, and ERP usage, improving team productivity and compliance accuracy.
Senior Internal Auditor at JSW Steel Coated Products Limited, Kalmeshwar (On Roll of Abhijit Kelkar and Co.)
October, 2022 - April, 2023
- Worked as a Senior Internal Auditor at JSW Steel Coated Products Limited – Kalmeshwar, overseeing key audit functions across finance and operations.
- Performed operational, financial, and compliance audits to assess governance, internal controls, and process effectiveness.
- Prepared internal audit plans, conducted control testing and walkthroughs, and presented findings in quarterly ACM and action-taken reports.
- Assessed internal financial controls (P2P, H2P, inventory, fixed assets, ITGC) and reported deficiencies with remediation plans to management.
- Reviewed outsourced audit assignments; monitored regulatory compliance and risk exposure via dashboards and audit trackers.
- Maintained accurate records and audit trails for all cross-border transactions to support internal controls and regulatory compliance.
- Enhanced process efficiency by identifying automation opportunities in transaction reporting, reconciliation, and compliance tracking.
- Liaised with banks and financial institutions for documentation, follow-ups, and resolution of discrepancies in trade transactions.
- Supported month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring all international financial transactions were accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Drove continuous improvements in import/export compliance processes to reduce risk exposure and ensure alignment with global trade policies.
- Performed detailed internal audits covering ledger reviews, purchase order verifications, asset audits, vendor reconciliations, and SAP financial module assessments to maintain data integrity and compliance.
- Detected and addressed issues such as transaction delays and missing entries; suggested optimizations for payment cycles, procurement workflows, and control frameworks.
- Maintained adherence to statutory regulations including Income Tax, GST, TDS/TCS, Factory Act, Labour Act, and other compliance mandates.
- Analyzed cost variances and recommended improvements to SAP approval processes and control mechanisms to enhance governance.
- Conducted risk assessments and internal control evaluations to identify gaps and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Led audit fieldwork and documented findings to support management in decision-making and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement audit recommendations and improve operational efficiency.
Article Assistant at Rakesh V. Agarwal and Co.
October, 2019 - April, 2022
- Executed Income Tax, GST, and statutory audits for cooperative societies; managed tax filing and compliance documentation.
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements for proprietorship and government sector clients, ensuring regulatory adherence.
Article Assistant at Bagadia & Co.
March, 2019 - September, 2019
- Conducted internal control and inventory audits for forex trading and manufacturing firms; performed tax and GST compliance audits for diverse entities.
- Administered tax computations, filing processes, and regulatory reporting to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Education
Professional Degree (Chartered Accountant)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
2022
Bachelor Degree (Commerce)
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University
2020
CA DEVENDRA PANDEY
Basic Details
Gender -
Male
Date of Birth -
1998-12-27
Marital Status -
Single
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Skills
Microsoft Office - (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
SAP HANA, Compu Tax, Spectrum, Tally ERP 9, Power BI