Jayalakshmi Ramachandran

Experience

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  ICICI Home Finance Company Limited

  May 2003 - Feb 2004

  Finance and Marketing Executive
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  OPI

  Nov 2007 - Apr 2008

  Quality Analyst-Banking Division(USA)
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  PwC

  Aug 2008 - Aug 2010

  Senior Associate

  • Researched and analyzed financial statements and audit related issues utilizing electronic databases, and employ audit software to review and compiled financial information• Delivered high quality audit work - from planning to completion of an Audit, including the review of financial statements, ensuring that it meets PwC and regulatory standards• Took a consultant's approach to the attest/assurance process of a client's operations utilizing PwC practice methodology, state of the art analytical and technological tools and PwC audit methodologies• Proactive approach to problem solving and delivering client solutions. Worked with the Audit Team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit process• Established and nurtured positive relationships across all levels - both internally and externally Show less

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  Alshaya Group

  Nov 2010 - Oct 2011

  Internal Auditor

  • Worked with management to identify and analyze major operational and financial risks in business• Executed audits across ME as per the audit plan considering materiality, pertinence and documentary evidence• Updated audit matrix on completion of each audit to identify major non compliances in each division• Recommended improvement to ensure new initiatives to achieve company objectives• Conducted follow up audits to ensure recommendation made are in place• Participated in the development of new information systems to ensure that efficient and effective controls were incorporated• Identified control, processed weaknesses, documented main control points, and provided evidential support for report recommendations Show less

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  EY

  Nov 2012 - Feb 2020

  Assistant Director

  • Worked across a variety of clients including FTSE listed, global private companies, private partnerships, funds and Private Equity• Handled EY GDS service portfolio includes audit offshoring services (sectors: Banks, FTSE, Investment, and Private Companies), audit quality monitoring, GAM/AQR review, EY global analytics, IFRS/SOCPA and other checklists, tool related processes, GTAC, preparation of consultation papers for PPD approval and worked with QEL Team on review assignments• Project management skills and experience managing an audit from planning to completion with adherence to IFRS/UK Gaap• Conducted EY global analytics using JE tool and generation reports-Helix FSO, and data analytics• Acted as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit.• Provided FAAS services like IFRS, US GAAP Checklist, SOX 404 Testing, Impairment testing, and Cash Flow Hedge Accounting• Prepared technical paper for PPD approval in IFRS9/IFRS 10/IFRS 13• Understood organization’s purpose and objectives, external environment, operating model, risk management processes, regulatory pressures, and the diverse needs of its critical stakeholders• Assisted in pilot project of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) using Helix Data Analytics• Lead the planning of complex non-financial assurance engagements including the identification of risk and controls and the performance and review of relevant audit testing Show less

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  Credit Suisse

  Mar 2021 - Jul 2023

  Assistant Vice President

  • Handpicked as a part of Finance Change division under Business Process and Controls for Group Disclosure Team• Led SOX Readiness and Control Activity Framework and Design Effectiveness Testing/Operating Effectiveness Testing using data from MARCS• Drafted BAO accountability and guidelines followed for all dependent IT applications (Finance application Management-IT and Finance workflow (FWF)• Prepared SOPs in line with the e2e business/product framework including upstream and downstream model• Defined the Risk and Controls Matrix for all controls in scope including the IT and Business Controls• Ensured and executed the strategic design and implementation of any major changes to processes and systems• High quality testing and documentation• Performed detailed process analysis and developed process maps & data flow diagrams (Visio and Workflow Tool)• Driven the business process for manual data inputs for external teams PC, CRM to adopt new processes in CFS• Worked in various Scrum related projects and identified process improvement for work streams• Demonstrated dedication to self-development including being agile and innovative in the digital world Show less