Devendra Kumar Sharma

About Devendra Kumar Sharma

As a Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner and Certified Information Systems Auditor, I bring extensive expertise in internal audit, risk management, and compliance. With over 16 years of experience, I contribute to strengthening internal controls, leveraging data analytics, and driving audit quality assurance. My work focuses on enhancing audit methodologies, developing risk-based plans, and providing actionable insights through comprehensive audit reporting. I am passionate about fostering collaboration, supporting transformation initiatives, and identifying opportunities for data-driven improvements to empower teams and promote operational excellence.

Experience

1. General Manager - Global Internal Audit

   Schneider Electric

   Jan 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   I effectively led audit engagements at Schneider Electric, focusing on risk management and team collaboration. • Directed both in-house and/or co-sourced teams through all phases of the audit process, from planning to reporting. • Engaged with senior management and auditees to ensure clear communication and understanding of audit findings. • Developed skills in managing cross-cultural teams, enhancing global audit collaboration and effectiveness.

Education

• UMN Carlson School of Management

  Pursuing Post Graduate Program in Business Analytics, Business Analytics & Data Science

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant (ACA), Accounting and Finance

• ACCA

  DipIFR - Diploma in International Financial Reporting Standards, IFRS - International Financial Reporting Standards

• Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Business/Management

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Post Qualification in Information Systems Audit (ISA), Information Systems Audit (IT Audit)

  2006 — 2007