Akash Meher

Audit executive with 2+ years of experience in forensic investigation, reviewing flagged accounts and transactions and tracing fund flows to identify mule accounts, shell entities, and high-risk financial activities. Experienced in Enforcement Directorate (ED)-linked investigations involving fund diversion, layering, circular transactions, and proceeds of crime (POC) tracing. Skilled in analyzing red-flag indicators, classifying accounts based on investigation findings, and preparing clear, well-documented rationale for regulatory and compliance review.

Proficient in bank statement analysis, AML/PMLA reviews, KYC analysis, and coordinating with banks and stakeholders to close information gaps.

Audit Executive - Sarath and Associates

(2023-10)

• Reviewed flagged transactions and accounts in support of Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigations, identifying fraudulent activity, fund diversion, layering, circular transactions, and proceeds of crime (POC).
• Conducted deep-dive due diligence on customer profiles by analyzing bank statements, transaction trails, and KYC data to identify suspicious activity and AML red flags.
• Traced end-use of funds and beneficiary linkages, classifying accounts and transactions by red-flag severity to support well-supported investigation conclusions.
• Identified and documented mule accounts, shell entities, benami accounts, and related-party networks through transaction and KYC pattern analysis.
• Analyzed UPI, NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transaction data to detect unusual patterns, layering, and high-risk activity.
• Investigated loan fraud cases involving fund diversion and non-genuine business transactions, supporting classification decisions with clear, evidence-based rationale.
• Prepared fund flow statements, investigation reports, and transaction matrices, maintaining audit-ready documentation and case notes for regulatory and enforcement review.
• Coordinated with banks and internal stakeholders to obtain account statements, confirmations, and supporting documentation, closing information gaps during investigations.

Article Assistant - K Sutar and Associates

(2022-08 - 2023-09)

• Performed vouching, ledger scrutiny, and substantive testing during audit assignments.
• Assisted with GST filings, reconciliations, and statutory compliance activities.
• Supported financial statement preparation, year-end closing, and audit documentation.
• Coordinated with clients to resolve audit queries and obtain supporting documents.

B. Com - University of Mumbai (2021)

Intermediate - Institute of Cost Accountants of India (2026-06)