Dhananjai Kumar

Led U.S. and global integrated audits as Global Audit In-Charge, managing planning, execution, reporting, and a team of 10+ auditors. Conducted risk assessments, reviewed workpapers, communicated findings using the 5Cs, and validated issue remediation. Audited UDT, Change, Access, Data Management, HCI, and RCSA. Leveraged AI tools (Copilot, Eliza) and TeamMate+, MS Visio, and ExtraView to enhance audit quality, efficiency, and stakeholder confidence.

Reported to the Director, Audit Services Group (UK), and led risk-based internal audits for TSYS India. Collaborated with senior leadership to identify key risks and support annual audit planning. Planned and executed end-to-end audits, including ITGC reviews covering user access, change, incident, and backup management. Prepared concise audit reports, presented findings to senior management, and monitored corrective actions to strengthen internal controls.

Developed and strengthened relationships with the senior management in client organisations. Directing and driving the success of multiple engagements. Performed risk-based audit engagements for private and public limited companies. Established processes and set up internal controls for newly established organisations. Played a key role in ERP implementation and conducted post-implementation review with clients.

Lead risk-based audit engagements of MNC's, public and private companies. Planned and executed activities, ensuring completion of various types of audits within the time and cost parameters. Coached a team of junior auditors & provided insight and guidance for the timely delivery of audit assignments. Collaborated with business areas to drive pragmatic and achievable remediation actions. Maintain relationships with various stakeholders, including senior management, for awareness of key business changes.

Involved in accounts management, accounts finalisation, statutory/tax audit, and reporting. Prepared and submitted a response against the income tax notices and assessment orders of the Income Tax authorities Implemented financial internal controls, documented internal processes and prepared process flow charts.

Performed statutory and group audits for multinational clients in the automotive and IT services industries. Executed Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) for KPMG Germany and PwC Austria. Evaluated internal controls, documented audit findings, and recommended process improvements. Assisted in preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements, performed analytical reviews, and supported SEC documentation for U.S.-listed clients.