Divya Tantia

Chartered Accountant with 6+ years of Big 4 audit experience leading PCAOB-compliant audits for multinational and listed clients across consumer, construction, insurance, and technology sectors. Experienced in SOX/ICFR testing for engagements reporting under US GAAP, Dutch GAAP, and IFRS, risk assessment, and financial reporting. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, resolve complex accounting matters, strengthen internal controls, and build strong client relationships while consistently delivering high-quality audit engagements within tight deadlines.

Audit Manager - Deloitte & Touche AERS India Pvt. Ltd - Gurgaon

(2024-06 - 2026-07)

• Managed SOX/ICFR testing programs, evaluated control effectiveness, and communicated control deficiencies to client management. Recognized for providing valuable suggestions to clients for process improvement which enhanced efficiency by 8%.
• Directed risk assessment procedures, audit planning activities, and review of audit workpapers in accordance with PCAOB standards.
• Led teams of 10–12 professionals across multiple engagements, ensuring quality deliverables, resource management, and timely execution.
• Managed audits for Fortune 250 clients, including General Electric Vernova and International Paper, overseeing significant areas such as revenue recognition, cost estimation, impairment assessments, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Prepared and reviewed accounting assessment memorandums for complex accounting areas, including ASC 606 and IFRS to US GAAP conversions.
• Managed audits for construction and insurance entities, including revenue, contract assets and liabilities, premiums, claims, reserves, and related disclosures.
• Facilitated firm-wide training sessions on ASC 606 and Deloitte audit tools for junior professionals, driving technical competency, standardization of audit practices, and efficient engagement execution.
• Mentored and coached audit staff and seniors, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and professional development support while overseeing the timely delivery of high-quality audit engagements.
• Collaborated with client leadership and engagement partners to resolve technical accounting and audit issues.

Audit Senior - Deloitte & Touche AERS India Pvt. Ltd - Gurgaon

(2021-06 - 2024-05)

• Received an accelerated promotion to Audit Senior within 10 months, ahead of the standard promotion cycle, in recognition of exceptional performance and consistent contribution to audit engagements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders and led the onboarding and training of new joiners, equipping them with the technical knowledge, audit methodology, and tools required for successful integration into the audit practice.
• Executed audits of listed and multinational entities in accordance with PCAOB standards and firm methodology.
• Led testing of key financial statement areas including revenue, fixed assets, leases, payroll, accruals, and operating expenses.
• Identified control deficiencies and provided recommendations to strengthen internal controls.
• Assisted in walkthroughs, risk assessment procedures, and audit planning activities.

Audit Senior Assistant - Deloitte & Touche AERS India Pvt. Ltd - Gurgaon

(2020-08 - 2021-05)

Chartered Accountant - ICAI (2019-11)

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce - Rajasthan University (2018-06)