Sharmila

About Sharmila

I am a Chartered Accountant with a specialized focus on SOX compliance and IT General Controls (ITGC), currently working as a SOX Control Reviewer. I bring prior experience across both direct and indirect taxation, which has strengthened my understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and risk assessment from a holistic perspective.With hands-on experience in evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, I follow a structured, risk-based approach to assessing internal controls. My expertise covers key ITGC areas such as access management, change management, and IT operations, with a strong focus on ensuring audit readiness and SOX compliance.My background in taxation, combined with my current role in IT controls, enables me to interpret complex regulations with clarity and apply them in practical business contexts. I am committed to continuous learning, attention to detail, and strengthening control environments by identifying gaps and driving process improvements.I aim to deepen my expertise in ITGC and risk management while contributing meaningful insights that enhance governance and compliance frameworks.I am keen to connect with professionals in audit, risk, compliance, and taxation to exchange knowledge, perspectives, and opportunities for growth.

Experience

1. Associate Consultant

   Infosys

   Jul 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Working on SOX ITGC compliance and internal control testing for enterprise applications and systems.• Reviewing Logical Access, Change Management, and Job Monitoring controls to evaluate control effectiveness and compliance requirements.• Performing control testing, documentation review, evidence validation, and quality checks as part of audit and compliance engagements.• Collaborating with control owners, auditors, and cross-functional teams for walkthroughs, issue resolution, and remediation tracking.• Supporting risk assessment and strengthening internal control environments through detailed review procedures.• Preparing audit workpapers, review summaries, and compliance documentation in line with organizational standards.• Managing multiple deliverables within timelines in a global delivery and client-service environment.• Utilizing Excel and audit/compliance tools for analysis, reporting, and control tracking.

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  AI CA Level 1, AI