Abhijith Balachandran

Served as the lead staff and conducted comprehensive audit procedures within the Banking and Capital Market (BCM) sector, with a focus on Broker Dealers and Employee Benefit Plans Conducted walkthroughs of financial processes, documenting end-to- end procedures and evaluating internal controls for risk assessment and compliance. Ensured timely completion of audit deliverables by coordinating with teams, tracking outstanding requests, and streamlining client communication. Managed and trained new audit staff, providing guidance on audit methodologies, documentation standards, and sampling tools to maintain work quality and efficiency. Recognized with multiple EY Spot Awards and User Recognition for outstanding performance, efficiency, and contributions to team success. Proficient in using Advanced Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Power BI, Data Snipper, Oracle, Essbase and other financial tools to enhance audit efficiency, automate data analysis, streamline reporting

Handled accounts receivables, payables, and general ledger (GL) postings and analysis, ensuring that financial transactions were accurately recorded and reconciled. Conducted variance analysis between budgeted and actual figures, providing insights and assisting with corrective actions to improve financial performance.

Supported monthly cash and non-cash reconciliations, ensuring the accurate matching of records and identifying discrepancies for resolution.

Assisted with banking functions, including managing cash flows, processing payments, and preparing regular bank reconciliations.