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Karen Torosyan

Karen Torosyan

Nicosia,Cyprus

Summary

Audit Manager with experience in Gambling,Real estate, Banking and Capital markets,Mining sectors mainly in Armenian, Russian, Slovakia, UK, Cyprus audit engagements.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Audit Manager

KPMG Cyprus
Nicosia
01.2023 - Current

Main engagement: Manager of the audit of Megabet Plus(Gambling industry), Eurosure Insurance Limited , consolidated financial statements of AFI Group, J&T Holding(real estate industry).

Main responsibilities:

  • Led audit engagements for clients in various industries from KYC procedures to completion.
  • Conduct risk assessment of projects, develop comprehensive audit plans, and establish audit strategies to ensure efficient and effective execution of audit procedures.
  • Liaise with internal and external specialists involved in the project to ensure effective collaboration and coordination, facilitating the smooth execution of audit procedures.
  • Establish audit project milestones to effectively track progress and ensure timely completion of all audit procedures, in alignment with project objectives and timelines.
  • Manage audit teams to ensure timely completion within budget.
  • Handle complex accounting issues including estimates, provisions, and valuations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Reviewed and follow up senior team members work for quality, accuracy and relevance.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS,ISA and other local regulatory standards.
  • Prepare/Review comprehensive audit reports(consolidated/separate) .

Additional responsibilities

  • Member of the KPMG AI team focused on developing methodologies, applications, and analytical tools to automate audit procedures.
  • Facilitator within the KPMG Learning and Development department, conducting coaching sessions and developing training programs for colleagues on audit methodology and specialized audit software

Audit Assistant manager

KPMG Cyprus
Nicosia
02.2022 - 12.2022

Main engagement: Manager Assistant in charge of the audit of consolidated financial statements of AFI Development Group and J&T Holding Limited (real estate industry)

Main responsibilities:

  • Proceed with client KYC procedures
  • Led senior team members to ensure the completion of audit work with a focus on quality and accuracy, adhering to established standards and timelines
  • Assist engagement Manager with daily responsibilities, including task coordination, progress tracking, and ensuring project milestones were met effectively and efficiently.
  • Review/Perform complex areas of audit such as valuation review, estimates,provisions and etc.
  • Review/Prepare financial statements and ensure their compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other local regulatory standards

Audit Senior

EY Armenia
Yerevan
02.2018 - 01.2022

Progression: Staff,Advanced staff,Senior 1, Senior 2, Senior 3.

Main engagement: Senior in charge of the audit of consolidated financial statements of Zangezur Copper Molybdenum Combine CJSC, the largest taxpayer of Armenia (mining industry).

Main responsibilities:

  • Reviewed and provided guidance to junior team members, ensuring the quality and accuracy of their work while facilitating their professional development.
  • Allocate tasks to junior team members, ensuring timely completion through regular follow-up and support, while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Manage the review and completion of audit sections, providing summarized conclusions to the project Manager on various audit areas, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
  • Engage in discussions with clients regarding identified issues and actively participated in meetings with management to address concerns and provide recommendations for resolution.
  • Manage client acceptance and continuance processes in accordance with both local regulations and internal company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and adherence to established standards.

Audit assistant

Grant Thornton
Yerevan
01.2017 - 08.2017

Main responsibilities:

  • Perform audit procedures under the supervision of senior auditors.
  • Test the accuracy and completeness of financial records and transactions.
  • Prepare audit working papers and documentation in accordance with auditing standards.
  • Draft audit findings and recommendations for inclusion in audit reports.
  • Support senior auditors in various audit tasks and projects as needed.

Chief accountant

Center for Community Dialogues and Initiatives (CCDI) NGO and SOSE Charity NGO
Yerevan
01.2011 - 01.2017

Main responsibilities :

  • Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Prepare and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management, donors, and regulatory bodies.
  • Manage financial aspects of grants, including budget development, financial reporting, and compliance.
  • Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with auditing standards.
  • Prepare and file tax returns, including income tax, VAT, and other applicable taxes.

Education

ACCA member -

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
09.2021

Bachelor's degree - Accounting and Audit

Armenian State Agricultural University
04.2015

Skills

  • MS office
  • HTML/Web design/JAVA
  • Helix Analytical tool

Languages

  • Armenian, Native or Bilingual Proficiency
  • English, Full Professional Proficiency
  • Russian, Full Professional Proficiency

Timeline

Audit Manager

KPMG Cyprus
01.2023 - Current

Audit Assistant manager

KPMG Cyprus
02.2022 - 12.2022

Audit Senior

EY Armenia
02.2018 - 01.2022

Audit assistant

Grant Thornton
01.2017 - 08.2017

Chief accountant

Center for Community Dialogues and Initiatives (CCDI) NGO and SOSE Charity NGO
01.2011 - 01.2017

ACCA member -

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Bachelor's degree - Accounting and Audit

Armenian State Agricultural University
Karen Torosyan