sauld04

Qualified Accountant working primarily on the audit of client funds as an in-charge. Gaining exposure to various fund types and gaining knowledge of the audit procedures and methodology for various instruments within these funds and the presentation of accounts. Gained knowledge of the audits performed within the digital asset (Cryptocurrency) instruments and the structure of these systems. Ensured all relevant applicable accounting standards were applied correctly and the presentation requirements met for both IFRS and US GAAP funds.

Second year senior working primarily on the group audit of the NatWest Group and its subsidiaries. Responsible for component team coordination and client coordination with meeting respective deadlines. Gained vast knowledge of the audits performed within the banking industry working on other various smaller clients, notably Virgin Money, Zodia Markets (Cryptocurrency) and insurance companies. Responsible for all related party transactions and directors’ transaction disclosures within the accounts and the substantive procedures performed on them. Ensured all relevant applicable accounting standards were applied correctly and the presentation requirements met. Experienced in auditing the following financial statement areas: related parties; directors’ transactions; related undertakings; interest in associates; capital risk disclosures; property, plant & equipment; financial instrument classification & measurement; and contingent liabilities. Reviewed junior team members’ assigned work as a first level reviewer and provided coaching. Around 6 months of experience over 3 years working on insurance clients and responsible for overseeing the claims paid and litigation areas. Prepared US GAAP and IFRS disclosure checklists for the NatWest Group, along with PCAOB forms 212 in relation to related parties. Responsible for team coordination with the EY GDS team based in India for the relevant areas of work assigned and responsible for coordination with the team based in the Netherlands for the audit of NatWest Markets N.V. Arranged and led the initial EDAP planning meetings within the FR and FC&R teams for the NatWest audit team. Developed strong client relationships and acted as the main audit senior responsible for handling client contacts to efficiently resolve issues and delays. Comfortable working on areas with little experience as can learn and apply knowledge efficiently.