Amrutha Lakshmi Sunku
Gothenburg,Sweden
Summary
A Certified Chartered Accountant with over 8 years of experience in Controlling, Accounting, Financial Auditing, Risk Assessments, SSAE 16 Reviews and Business Process Reviews, I bring a strategic, agile mindset to every task. Passionate about driving finance and digital transformations to shape the future of finance. Committed to collaborating with engaged and skilled colleagues in a dynamic environment focused on continuous growth and learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Business Controller
BRIMONDO AB
Gothenburg, Sweden
2018.04 - 2023.12
- Led budgeting and forecasting, providing strategic insights to drive financial planning
- Provided data-driven insights through detailed analysis of monthly actuals versus forecast to support decisions
- Led finance transformation project to automate manual processes
- Led development of trademark management tool
- Mentored and guided junior accountants, supporting professional development and enhancing technical skills
- Created compelling website content to enhance brand's online presence
- Managed negotiations with suppliers to acquire tools, fostering business and digital growth
- Supported teams during peak periods by leveraging business knowledge to resolve issues
Senior Audit Consultant
MOORE STEPHENS SINGHI ADVISORS LLP
Chennai
2014.12 - 2015.09
- Planned, executed, and documented audits across various operations of the organization, ensuring comprehensive audit coverage and alignment with objectives
- Led statutory audits, managing the audit team and reviewing work papers to ensure compliance with auditing standards and regulations
- Analyzed, examined, and interpreted accounting records and financial statements to identify discrepancies, ensure accuracy, and assess financial health
- Oversaw the completion of client reports, and engaged with management to discuss audit findings, providing actionable insights and recommendations
- Led the accounting, finalization of financial statements, and preparation of annual reports, ensuring adherence to Indian GAAP and IFRS.
Audit Assistant, Business Risk Services
GRANT THORNTON INDIA LLP
Chennai
2010.08 - 2013.08
- Designed audit procedures tailored to client-specific processes, conducting field tests, and preparing comprehensive risk assessment documents in line with the defined scope
- Evaluated and monitored controls (financial, ISAE 16, data privacy, and other regulatory controls), ensuring they met control objectives and compliance standards
- Partnered with business owners and audit teams to prepare control documentation, advising management on actions to resolve control lapses or issues
- Gained deep insights into business processes, assessing the design, operational efficiency, and effectiveness of controls, identifying root causes, and providing practical, value-added solutions
- Created clear, concise, and organized audit work papers, performing data analytics
- Verified client accounting records to assess and report on financial impacts accurately
- Actively contributed to internal audit tasks such as including planning, project management, and providing training to team members.
Education
Chartered Accountant (CA) - Accounting and Auditing
Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAI) of India
India 2010.06 - 2015.11
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Madras, India
India 2006.06 - 2009.06
Certification in Financial Modelling and Valuation - Financial Modelling
Grant Thornton LLP
India 2020.06 - 2020.07
Skills
- Multi-Framework Financial Compliance including IGAAP,Swedish GAAP and IFRS
- ERP system adaptability and operational efficiency
- Complex Data Simplification and Visualisation
- Data Analysis and Solution Identification
- Relationship Building and Effective Networking
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Efficient Process and Control Execution
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Swedish
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certification in Financial Modelling and Valuation - Financial Modelling
Grant Thornton LLP
2020.06 - 2020.07
Business Controller
BRIMONDO AB
2018.04 - 2023.12
Senior Audit Consultant
MOORE STEPHENS SINGHI ADVISORS LLP
2014.12 - 2015.09
Audit Assistant, Business Risk Services
GRANT THORNTON INDIA LLP
2010.08 - 2013.08
Chartered Accountant (CA) - Accounting and Auditing
Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAI) of India
2010.06 - 2015.11
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Madras, India
2006.06 - 2009.06