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RAVI KUMAR UPPALA

RAVI KUMAR UPPALA

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Results-oriented professional specializing in financial integrity and compliance, equipped with strong analytical and communication skills. Expertise in risk assessment and data analysis, adept at navigating complex financial environments and fostering collaboration among diverse teams. Committed to enhancing organizational financial health and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Auditor

PKF Chartered Accountants
Abu Dhabi
10.2023 - 05.2025
  • Executed anti-money laundering procedures, assessing client risk and business knowledge.
  • Performed comprehensive risk assessments to identify financial and operational vulnerabilities.
  • Facilitated training sessions on auditing procedures and regulatory compliance for staff.
  • Conducted thorough policy reviews to ensure adherence to industry standards.
  • Identified concerns and implemented corrective actions without delay.
  • Ensured compliance with financial regulations through meticulous operational evaluations.
  • Reviewed complex financial data to detect irregularities and compliance issues.
  • Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate company performance reporting
  • Understood and applied various audit methodologies as appropriate, including internal and external auditing.
  • Utilized analytical procedures to detect unusual trends, variances, and anomalies in financial data.
  • Facilitated process walkthroughs to ensure compliance with documented procedures and supported professional development through coaching and performance reviews.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with client and group auditors, including Assurance executives internationally, to facilitate consolidation for material entities, efficiently coordinating group audit questionnaires and aligning audit approaches.
  • Applied PKF automation tools and data analytics to review IFRS, ISA checklists, verify financial statement accuracy, and support audit opinions.
  • Reviewed consolidated financial statements, addressed group audit complexities, and analyzed related party transactions and disclosures.
  • Drafted detailed audit reports, including opinions, findings summaries, and improvement recommendations.
  • Managed multiple client portfolios, delivering exceptional service throughout audit cycles.


Assistant Manager

Sunil Reddy & Associates
Hyderabad
12.2020 - 09.2023
  • Ensured compliance with direct tax and GST regulations, providing strategic recommendations to clients.
  • Accurately filed income tax and GST returns within deadlines, preventing penalties and ensuring timely audit reports.
  • Secured new clients, contributing to B2B business development initiatives.
  • Maintained accurate month-end closures and financial records.
  • Streamlined accounting procedures to improve overall financial health.
  • Tracked revenue and expenses to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Conducted audits to verify adherence to standards and mitigate risks.
  • Trained staff in best audit practices, enhancing quality standards.
  • Managed budgetary controls, reducing unnecessary costs.
  • Drafted concise audit reports, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Trained and mentored staff to perform best audit practices and improve quality standards.
  • Supervised independent audits to monitor growth and productivity.
  • Informed clients regarding risks and fraud to avoid further occurrence.
  • Allocated resources and hired individuals with matching skills and potential.

Senior Article Assistant

M/s Sunkara & Co
Hyderabad, INDIA
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Conducted special audits of banks to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Executed concurrent audits of banks for real-time assessment.
  • Performed audits of insurance companies to evaluate financial integrity.
  • Managed GST compliance through timely filing of GST returns.
  • Prepared and submitted income tax and TDS returns for companies, firms, and trusts.
  • Executed debtors factoring audits to assess credit risk.
  • Dealt with clients relating to RCM, Inverted duty structure.

Article Assistant

M/s CVS Balachander Rao & Co
Hyderabad
10.2017 - 06.2020
  • Completed statutory audits for diverse industries, producing thorough reports.
  • Reviewed general ledgers and conducted detailed variance analyses.
  • Verified fixed assets and inventory through external confirmations and physical checks.
  • Drafted audit reports aligned with CARO 2020 standards.
  • Prepared financial statements according to Schedule III requirements.
  • Assessed risks and performed control testing alongside bank reconciliation verifications.
  • Advised on investment decisions to optimise tax planning and compliance.
  • Ensured timely GST compliance through accurate return filings.

Education

Chartered Accountancy - Accountancy

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Hyderabad

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts and Finance

Indira Gandhi National Open University
Hyderabad

Skills

  • Advanced Excel and MS Office
  • Financial modeling
  • Core banking software
  • Tally ERP 9
  • ISA standards knowledge
  • Risk assessment
  • MIS reporting
  • Problem solving
  • Team building
  • Public speaking
  • Leadership
  • Time management

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Proficient (C2)

Accomplishments

  • Secured exemptions in Strategic Financial Management and Economic Laws in CA Final examinations.
  • Recognized and appreciated by the State Government for contributions to social welfare activities.
  • Achieved multiple medals through active participation in various sports competitions.

Certification

  • Qualified in Hindi Literature examinations
  • Finished Advanced ITT and GMCS programs organized by ICA
  • Completed 25 hours of Statutory Audit Master Classes provided by CA MONK and Thinking Bridge.
  • Pursuing a Diploma in IFRS through ACCA and Corporate Tax Diploma with ICAI.

Timeline

Senior Auditor

PKF Chartered Accountants
10.2023 - 05.2025

Assistant Manager

Sunil Reddy & Associates
12.2020 - 09.2023

Senior Article Assistant

M/s Sunkara & Co
08.2020 - 11.2020

Article Assistant

M/s CVS Balachander Rao & Co
10.2017 - 06.2020

Chartered Accountancy - Accountancy

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts and Finance

Indira Gandhi National Open University

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