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Rajesh Ramasundaram

Hamilton

Summary

Dedicated ACCA professional with seven years of invaluable experience at EY, specializing in (re)insurance. Seeking to leverage my expertise and industry knowledge to contribute effectively to a dynamic team and further enhance my career in the world of financial and assurance services.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audit Senior

EY Bermuda
  • Conducted audit field work of loss reserves, goodwill, premiums, and claims of large Property and Casualty (P&C) (re)insurers.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Reviewing financial statements prepared for compliance with regulatory requirements in Bermuda
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Coached audit staff and designed audit procedures over significant accounts.
  • Audited Captive Insurance companies based in Bermuda.
  • Participated in the audit of 401k pension plans.

Manager Audit and Advisory

EY Bermuda Ltd
10.2021 - Current
  • Managed audits of large Property and Casualty (P&C) insurers with multiple subsidiaries, and Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) funds.
  • Delivered Financial Accounting Advisory Services to life (re)insurers, specializing in accounting for ModCo/Coinsurance contracts.
  • Review of financial statements prepared in accordance with US GAAP/IFRS.
  • Conducted budgeting and pricing analysis for audits, ensuring cost-effective and efficient procedures.
  • Provided coaching and guidance to staff and senior team members, fostering their professional development.
  • Conducted technical review of accounting position papers, including company's transition to IFRS, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversaw the review of audit work, and designing risk based audit procedures for complex accounts.
  • Performed SOX reviews, including the evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls within insurance companies.
  • Managed audits of Captive Insurers, ensuring regulatory compliance and financial accuracy.


Audit Consultant

Ernst And Young Ltd.
12.2018 - 03.2019

- Audit of merger and acquisitions transactions of Insurance companies

- Audit of Financial statements of health insurance companies prepared in accordance with US GAAP

Finance Consultant

Threecube Managed Services Ltd.
11.2017 - 07.2018


  • Conducted Internal Capital Adequacy Process (ICAAP) procedures for a listed bank in Oman.
  • Implemented FATCA (US tax regulation) procedures for financial institutions in Oman.
  • Prepared financial statements for small and mid-sized companies.
  • Conducted peer review of listed banks and insurance companies in Oman.

Audit Associate

Ernst And Young Ltd.
08.2015 - 10.2017
  • Planned and conducted financial statement audits of Insurance companies to confirm fair presentation in accordance with US GAAP principles.
  • Performed analytical reviews and analyzed significant fluctuations.
  • Tested the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.

Education

Associate in Reinsurance (ARe) - Reinsurance

The Institutes
United States
09.2023

ACCA - Accounting

Associate of Chartered Certified Accounting
United Kingdom
01.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management

University of Madras
Chennai
06.2015

Skills

  • Internal Controls
  • Proficient in MS Office and computer-assisted audit software
  • Knowledgeable in financial statements review, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Highly analytical with a keen eye for detail

Certification

  • ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant Bermuda
  • ARe - The Institutes

Languages

Tamil
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Manager Audit and Advisory

EY Bermuda Ltd
10.2021 - Current

Audit Consultant

Ernst And Young Ltd.
12.2018 - 03.2019

Finance Consultant

Threecube Managed Services Ltd.
11.2017 - 07.2018

Audit Associate

Ernst And Young Ltd.
08.2015 - 10.2017

Audit Senior

EY Bermuda

Associate in Reinsurance (ARe) - Reinsurance

The Institutes

ACCA - Accounting

Associate of Chartered Certified Accounting

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management

University of Madras
Rajesh Ramasundaram