Mohan D.

Audit Manager at Grant Thornton | Employee Benefit Plans, Specialty Finance & Asset Management. Proven track record in leading complex audit, navigating regulatory compliance, and delivering strategic project management.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

About

Chartered Accountant (B.Com- Nagpur University)

Experience

  • Grant Thornton INDUS (Full-time · 3 yrs 4 mos)
    • Experienced Audit Manager
      Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

      As a strategic audit leader, I direct cross-functional teams of 15 to 20 professionals across the US and INDUS regions, seamlessly overseeing more than 20 concurrent engagements during high-pressure busy seasons. My focus lies in driving operational excellence through meticulous resource allocation, budget tracking, and real-time performance monitoring. By fostering strong collaboration among global stakeholders and advising senior leadership on process and business tool enhancements, I ensure optimal team efficiency and timely engagement delivery without slippage. I bring deep technical expertise to end-to-end audit execution, managing highly integrated client engagements from initial planning through to final reporting. Grounded in US GAAP compliance, my portfolio spans complex, specialized sectors, featuring extensive leadership experience in Employee Benefit Plans (EBP), Specialty Finance, Private Equity, and Hedge Funds. I take a hands-on approach to navigating intricate audit procedures, identifying critical disclosure issues in draft financials, and maintaining direct, high-level client relationships to ensure seamless project execution. Beyond core audit delivery, I am deeply committed to building high-performing teams and cultivating the next generation of audit talent. As an active contributor to the Learning and Development team, I design comprehensive training content and mentor incoming professionals, bridging technical gaps and accelerating their integration. This dual focus on empowering people and refining operational workflows allows me to consistently elevate both engagement quality and overall team capabilities.

    • Audit Manager
      Apr 2024 - Apr 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Assistant Manager
      Mar 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Skilled in leading and motivating diverse teams of 2-3 members to reach their full potential. Passionate about building strong relationships, maximizing productivity, and driving organizational success. Seeking new opportunities to leverage my leadership skills and contribute to a dynamic team. Open to connecting with professionals in related fields.

  • BDO RISE Private Limited (Remote)
    • Senior
      Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 · 8 mos

    • Experienced Associate
      Aug 2020 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Associate at PwC India
    Aug 2019 - Aug 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • P. G. Joshi & Co., Chartered Accountants (3 yrs 1 mo)
    • Senior Article Assistant
      Sep 2017 - Aug 2019 · 2 yrs

    • Article Trainee
      Aug 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo