Devarajan V Email & Phone Number

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Chennai Area, India

 Consulting Firm – Senior Manager Audit July 2017 till date (Clients Handled – Tata group, TVS Group, Sanmar group, TTK Group, Hindu, Wabagh, Raymond, ESAB,) Coordinated the annual risk based strategic IT audit plan and managed a wide range of IT, operational and system reviews to evaluate whether risks to the company are identified and minimized, acceptable internal policies and procedures are followed, resources are used efficiently and economically and the organization's objectives are effectively achieved. Conducted GST Impact Assessments for corporate and audit of implementation of GST process in ERP System Undertake IFC Compliance as per ICAI Guidelines for Corporates and Clubs Played a vital role in a new business process reengineering initiative using ASAP methodology to streamline and enhance efficiency Responsibilities included assessment of information technology internal controls based upon the CobiT framework: IT general and application controls, information security, systems development, change management, business continuity, disaster recovery, computer operations, risk management, Effectively communicated with management and provided technical/functional guidance on implementation of Software for the industries like ( Retail, Construction, Media, Consumables) Involved in Statutory audit, Internal Audit, System Study, Fit gap analysis, ITGC, ITAC audit Proposed cost effective recommendation for risk remediation in process and system Assisted in preparation of IT security standards / procedures to comply with control criteria that included daily monitoring and escalation of exception / closures. Review systems applications to ensure user access is properly segregated and restricted to job performance.

Chennai

 Provide strategic direction to the competency build in terms of areas of focus and related roadmaps like IFRS, Process Governance, Reporting, GST etc. Involved in Pre/Post SAP Implementation Audit across business client Experience in the areas of Business process re-engineering, Process design, Organizational transformation, and Change management.  Provides specialist level functional and configuration knowledge in designing SAP solutions in the FICO modules of ECC 6.  Assist with responding to user requirements, problem resolution, develop designs, and process modeling. Demonstrate proof of concept & assist in training activities and Perform initial testing of problem fixes, change request, enhancements, and new functionality. Actively participate in internal capability building activities including knowledge dissemination, whitepaper, asset creation etc Contribute to development and enhancement of SAP-related offerings. Point of expertise related to the area under consideration for both the customer as well as the internal team. Implementing/designing effective internal control systems for achievement of objectives and implementation of system for financial effective control Sox and IFRS Compliance Monitored Key controls and KPI

Chennai

 Implementing/designing effective internal control systems for achievement of objectives and implementation of system for financial effective control Oversee annual /periodic internal audit and statutory audit by auditors and compliance of internal auditors report on in order to complete smooth functioning of annual audits function Evaluated and documented system flow in various applications and functional processes Design and develop key metrics, Balanced Scorecard, and Process controls to drive profitable behaviors Assist in Design and Implementing Uniform Cement Template across cement group Implement solution driven best practices and other techniques that result in dramatic improvements in efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance function. Liaise with Company’s SAP suppliers for prompt rectification of any problems or emergencies. Evaluate proposals in order to identify potential problem areas, and make the appropriate recommendations. Improved Bottom line of Business through implementation of Application control in SAP for P2P, O2C,R2R, D2D, E2M process Involved in ERP Pre/Post Implementation audit, Process Audit for cement operation Built SOD matrix for R2R, P2P and O2C process across Plants

 Involved in Pre/Post SAP Implementation Audit across business client Ensure adequate controls exits within each functional area and also compliance with sox requirements Assisted with external audits and Sarbanes Oxley Audits

 Evaluate and present feasibility of new projects and assess the financial implication Ensure due compliance in accordance with financial parameters accountable for internal control system Mentor, train, and coach lower level accountants.

 Providing accurate financial information to colleagues and senior managers Identifying areas for cost cutting and improvement.  Identified key controls for each process and, assessed controls for designed deficiencies  Perform testing of operating effectiveness in compliance with test plans and Detect operating deficiency and proposed way to remediate control failures and implement SOD

 Ensuring all scenarios/Process are well documented / Configured in SAP Extraction of Management Reports in SAP and Vetting of Rate contract and Payment Proposal Liasion with Statutory /Internal auditors and Commercial officer for regulatory compliance Facilitated Month end closing process invoicing , journal entries and account reconciliations Executed and reported variance and gap analysis Maintained general ledger, managed fixed assets and directed credit and collections. Successfully migrated to SAP accounting systems provided SAP training and supervision for accounting staff and coordinated reorganization of credit and collection procedures. Led conversion of accounting system from a manual operation to software then moves that increased data accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness for all departments.  Implement and maintain a budget and forecast model Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with bankers, auditors, custodians and vendors

Chennai Area, India

  Developed a cost accounting system implement product costing systems that enable the company to efficiently control component acquisition and production cost. Preparation of audit schedules and interfacing with the auditors during the financial audit process Deliver and provide analytics for Monthly / Quarterly financial reporting packages and Report on variances and changes in assumptions Liaison with Income tax /Sales tax authorities/Compliance officer Led conversion of accounting system from a manual operation to software then moves that increased data accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness for all departments

B.Com; A.C.A, Commerce

Cwa, Costing

Cs, Secretarial Practice

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounts