Senior Associate at EY Rapid Innovation (PVT) Limited (2025-10 – Present)
Risk Management and Global Independence
- Conduct detailed Non-Audit Services (NAS) permissibility assessments, evaluating scope of services under applicable independence and ethical standards, including IESBA Code of Ethics, US SEC, SOCPA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks, to ensure compliance prior to engagement acceptance and continuation.
- Perform Public Company Independence Procedures (PCIP) by evaluating business relationships of prospective and existing audit clients to identify independence threats and assess engagement acceptance risk.
- Assess financial relationships, including investments, loans, guarantees, and other financial interests, to evaluate potential independence risks and recommend appropriate safeguards or remediation actions.
- Review other independence-related matters, such as litigation, disputes, contingent arrangements, and exceptional circumstances, to determine their impact on auditor independence and firm reputation.
- Conduct comprehensive client and engagement-level risk assessments, identifying reputational, regulatory, and ethical risks associated with audit and non-audit engagements.
- Evaluate potential conflicts of interest and independence threats, documenting findings and providing clear, well-reasoned recommendations to senior leadership and engagement teams.
- Develop, maintain, and apply robust independence risk monitoring frameworks, ensuring timely identification, escalation, and resolution of issues throughout the engagement lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with audit and advisory teams to provide guidance on independence policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, promoting consistent compliance across engagements.
- Monitor evolving global independence regulations and industry practices, ensuring firm policies remain aligned with regulatory expectations and best practices.
- Prepare and present risk assessment summaries, independence conclusions, and advisory memoranda to support informed decision making by senior management.
Senior Associate at KPMG (Taseer Hadi & Co.) (2025-07 – 2025-09)
Internal Audit, Risk Consulting, and Engagement Management Services
Audit Executive III at KPMG (Taseer Hadi & Co.) (2024-07 – 2025-06)
Internal Audit, Risk Consulting, and Engagement Management Services
- Executed compliance audits and internal audit assignments across financial services, manufacturing, and insurance sectors, ensuring alignment with internal policies, procedures, and industry standards.
- Conducted field audits, walkthroughs, and control testing aligned with IIA and KPMG Audit Methodology, using appropriate IT systems and tools.
- Developed and implemented audit strategies, timelines, and scheduling, ensuring timely delivery within budget and contributing to strong business administration practices.
- Drafted and documented audit results and working papers, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Supported AML compliance reviews and prepared documentation for high-risk areas.
- Delivered high-quality reports aligned with client expectations and regulatory standards, supporting a culture of accountability and compliance.
- Supervised and coached junior team members, demonstrating interpersonal skills and contributing to team capacity-building.
- Maintained high standards of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in client engagements.
- Engaged with stakeholders to build relationships, align on audit findings, and recommend actionable improvements.
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Power BI for audit analysis, reporting, and presentation to management.
- Applied ability to work independently on complex audits while coordinating effectively within cross-functional teams.
Audit Executive II at KPMG (Taseer Hadi & Co.) (2023-07 – 2024-06)
Internal Audit, Risk Consulting, and Engagement Management Services
Audit Executive I at KPMG (Taseer Hadi & Co.) (2022-06 – 2023-07)
Internal Audit, Risk Consulting, and Engagement Management Services
