Cemal Coban

About Cemal Coban

As a Manager with over a decade of experience at PwC, I specialize in transformation and technology assurance. During my time at PwC Switzerland, I led end-to-end delivery across IT audit, assurance, and technology-enabled consulting engagements, owning client relationships, team leadership, and complex program execution - including building and leading remote teams and establishing data analytics services integral to the Assurance business.Currently on a two-year secondment in Houston, Texas, within PwC’s Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Tech & Data practice, I work closely with diverse, cross-functional teams on large-scale, high-impact SAP transformation programs for Fortune 100 organizations, including global energy majors and other market-leading multinationals, operating in highly complex environments. I support clients through critical system implementations by providing independent assurance over technology, data, and control risks.I’m known for my ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, building strong, trusted relationships with clients and across interfirm collaborations. I’m passionate about driving innovative solutions, including outsourcing initiatives and leveraging digital transformation.With a strong focus on hands-on leadership, strategy, and collaboration, I’m dedicated to delivering value and contributing to the growth of both our clients and teams.

Experience

1. Manager - Digital Assurance & Transparency - Tech & Data - SAP

   PwC

   Oct 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   At PwC, we are driven by our purpose: to build trust in society and solve important problems. As one of the world’s largest providers of Assurance, Advisory, Tax, Legal, and Digital Services, we strive to deliver excellence in everything we do. Within the Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Tech & Data practice, I support large, complex organizations through critical SAP-enabled transformations by providing independent assurance over technology, data, and internal controls - enabling confident decision-making at key stages of system implementation.My current role includes- Leading technology and transformation assurance engagements for large-scale SAP implementations in highly complex, global environments- Supporting Fortune 100 organizations, including global energy majors and other market leaders, through complex, system-enabled transformations by providing independent assurance over technology, data and controls- Assessing and testing business process controls (manual, automated, and configurable) relevant to ICFR- Evaluating IT General Controls (ITGCs) across access management, change management, and computer operations- Delivering SAP application security assurance, including segregation of duties, sensitive access, and role design- Providing assurance over data migration, interfaces, and key reports to ensure completeness, accuracy, and reliability of financial data- Supporting SDLC activities, including testing strategy, cutover execution, and go-live readiness for large-scale SAP programs- Leveraging PwC proprietary tools and data-driven techniques to enhance audit and assurance quality- Leading and developing cross-functional and offshore teams, while collaborating closely with Assurance and Advisory partners across territories.

Education

• Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW)

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Information Systems - Application Management

  2015 — 2018