Ann Elias
Chartered Accountant
Summary
Chartered Accountant (India) with an experience of 7 years in auditing, accounting and assurance of entities including public companies.Result driven, dedicated and focused on delivery, while ensuring client satisfaction. Possess expertise in auditing through risk-based audit methodology and reinsurance accounting. Motivated to learn grow and excel.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited
08.2022 - Current
- On a long term secondment with a reinsurance client in the Finance Reinsurance Team
- Financial reporting responsibility for technical P&L and Balance Sheet accounts in all valuations
- Performing non-life quarterly financial closing activities for External USGAAP , Statutory , Branch reporting and consolidated (EVM) Economic Value Management
- Analysis of movements, providing explanation and meeting the reporting needs of stake holders in Regional Finance Europe and other regions
- Optimizing resource allocation while effectively managing multiple deadlines, managed a team of 12 members.
- Mentoring ,motivating and training colleagues to ensure enhanced productivity and personal growth
Senior Consultant
Grant Thornton
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Handled audit & review engagements of various clients engaged in banking (treasury), manufacturing, food and beverage, plantation , media and technology
- Managed entire audit process, including execution of key areas, evaluated work of junior team members and ensured its effectiveness and efficiency
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements and audit reports for submission
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audit including archival of audit documentation
- Implemented and conducted remote audits during COVID-19 pandemic and ensured proper client delivery
- Evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of processes and internal controls
- Leveraged extensive industry knowledge to conduct the audit
- Presented findings and recommendations at Board meetings
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication , coordination and problem-solving skills.
Audit Assistant
JVR & Associates
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Assisted in statutory and internal audits of entities engaged in manufacturing, hospitality, retail chain and technology
- Supported the completion of high-quality audits with diligent documentation and attention to detail.
- Handled assignments for transition, accounts regularization and accounting of entities.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Auditing
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India 05.2015 - 01.2019
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Women's Christian College
India 04.2011 - 04.2014
Skills
Financial Auditing, Internal controls over financial reporting
undefinedAccomplishments
- School Pupil Leader (2010-2011)
- Awarded the Best Outgoing Student (2011)
- Choir Co-Ordinator and recognized as department topper in two consecutive sememesters - Women's Christian College
- Member of the Rotaract club of Women's Christian College
- Part of the editorial board of “ECHO” during articleship
(Internal newsletter of JVR & Associates) - Winner of Spot Award - Grant Thornton India and Deloitte AERS Pvt Ltd
- Assigned to lead the Closing business as usual activities of the P&C External business within two months of working with the client in PWC. Recognized as the best team in the company multiple times.
Timeline
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited
08.2022 - Current
Senior Consultant
Grant Thornton
05.2020 - 07.2022
Chartered Accountant - Auditing
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
05.2015 - 01.2019
Audit Assistant
JVR & Associates
03.2015 - 03.2018
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Women's Christian College
04.2011 - 04.2014
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