Muhammad Asif

Audit Supervisor

EY • Full time

Nov 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 10 mos

Qualified Chartered Accountant and Audit Supervisor with 4 years of Big 4 experience in external audit, assurance, accounting, and financial reporting. Led and supervised audit engagements from planning through completion, including risk assessment, resource planning, team coordination, fieldwork supervision, and review of higher-risk areas. Managed engagement timelines and communicated significant accounting and audit matters to managers, directors, partners, and client management. Performed financial analysis, analytical procedures, substantive testing, internal control evaluation, and compliance reviews. Investigated unusual financial trends and coordinated with clients to resolve accounting discrepancies and reporting issues. Prepared and reviewed financial statements, audit and review reports, management letters, representation letters, board communications, and other assurance deliverables. Coordinated with tax, IT, valuation, actuarial, and legal specialists on complex matters. Coached team members, reviewed audit documentation, provided constructive feedback, and maintained strong professional relationships with clients. Contributed to digital initiatives and used technology and data analysis to improve audit quality and efficiency. Key Achievements: - Successfully led multiple audit engagements from planning to final reporting. - Managed teams, timelines, budgets, and engagement deliverables. - Reviewed complex and higher-risk financial statement areas. - Identified internal control weaknesses and communicated practical recommendations. - Prepared audit-ready financial statements and supporting schedules. - Coordinated effectively with clients and multidisciplinary specialists. - Improved engagement efficiency through digital tools and data analysis. - Delivered high-quality work within agreed reporting deadlines.