Syed faisal Ali
Consultant
Experience
Independent Consultant
- Led SOX compliance audits and ITGC testing (access provisioning, change management, IT operations), delivering audit reports with remediation plans.
- Designed SAP role structures ensuring access management compliance and performed post-implementation audits.
- Advised senior leadership on technology risk management strategies.
- Engaged as an independent consultant, partnering with India-based consulting firms like Uniqus Consultech Inc and Gratho Consulting /Ecovis to deliver IT assurance and compliance projects, including on-site engagements in the Middle East.
Digital Audit Manager
PwC UK
- Led IT audits for UK clients, focusing on SOX and ITGC testing for IT systems and operations.
- Developed audit programs, managed fieldwork, and presented findings to senior management.
- Collaborated with global PwC teams to provide comprehensive controls assurance into external audits.
- Managed and mentored audit teams to achieve performance excellence and deliver quality results.
Solution Manager
Deloitte US India
- Led IT audits and business application assessments, focusing on User Access and SoD reviews.
- Improved operational efficiency by implementing new controls and process improvements by working closely with the respective US based team.
- Supported US-based teams with compliance reviews (PCAOB) and audit evidence related to core banking system controls for client Wells Fargo.
- Strengthened client relationships by addressing challenges and delivering practical solutions.
Manager
Grant Thornton India LLP
- Let IT and SAP assurance projects, including risk assessments and application security reviews.
- Enhanced audit methodologies by integrating data analytics and automation.
Senior Consultant
Protiviti
- Implemented CADA solution for SAP systems, automating internal audit processes.
- Performed IT audits, and post implementation reviews.
Consultant
Tulip Technologies
- Configured and tested SAP modules to align with business requirements.
- Participated in security and role-mapping sessions for UAT/internal testing.
Accounts Executive
Applied HR Services
- Performed timely accounting activities of the company.
Summary
An accomplished IT Risk and Consulting professional with over 12 years of cross-functional experience in delivering IT assurance and advisory services across leading global organizations. Proven expertise in IT General Control, SAP post-implementation audits, Continuous Auditing & Data Analytics (CADA), SoD and access security reviews, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GST implementation, and financial reporting advisory.
Led the SAP Assurance, Transformation, and Implementation practices at Grant Thornton and Protiviti, managing regional consulting teams and maintaining up to 50% intra-regional travel commitments. Successfully executed and delivered engagements focused on ERP/SAP control assessments, audit automation, digital enablement advisory, internal controls development, SOX compliance, and enterprise-wide risk assessments.
Experience spans across diverse sectors including Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, BFSI, ITES, Aerospace, Healthcare, and KPO, with delivery of country-specific solutions across the UK, India, Middle East and Africa.
Skills
- Itgc And Application Control Reviews Across Platforms Including Sap, Finacle, Sage, Netsuite, And Msd, Covering User Management, Change Management, Incident Management, Backup And Restoration, And Disaster Recovery
- Design And Implementation Of Cada (Continuous Auditing & Data Analytics) Tools, Including Development Of Erp-based Queries And Logic To Automate Internal Auditing And Enable Dynamic Dashboards
- Authority Matrix Implementation In Sap Ecc, Aligning Role-based Access Controls With Business Requirements In Collaboration With Basis And Security Teams
- Sod Assessment And Remediation Using Tools Such As Auditbots And Manual Testing Across Sap Modules, With Design And Implementation Of Remediation Strategies
- Post-implementation Reviews Of Erp Deployments, Assessing Control Effectiveness And Identifying Gaps Within Business Processes And Sap Configurations
Languages
Education
PGDBA · Finance
Bachelor of Business Management · Business Management
Certifications & licenses
CISA Certified
SAP Certified
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