Manan Engineer
Chartered Accountant with 5+ years at KPMG/BSR leading multi-entity statutory audits for large listed and diversified groups, including a ₹9,400 Cr engagement and 12-member teams. Analytics-driven and structured in approach — reduced manual testing by ~20% and accelerated close timelines — with proven experience influencing CXOs and resolving complex governance issues; currently pursuing the Blended PGP at IIM Ahmedabad.
Work Experience:
6 years and 2 months Years
Industry:
Consulting & Strategy, Statutory Audit
Function:
Consulting | Statutory Audit (Manufacturing companies)
Assistant Manager - BSR & Co. LLP (KPMG) (September 2024 - present)
Led audit for a ₹9,400 Cr conglomerate, managing a 12-member team and coordinating with tax and valuation groups; achieved closure in 30 days, 8 days faster YoY, through strategic planning and improving reporting efficiency.
Oversaw up to 4 simultaneous statutory audits for large manufacturing and diversified
clients. Acted as key interface for CFOs and senior finance leaders, ensuring compliance
and timely reporting
Pioneered analytics-driven audit approach that reduced manual testing by ~20%;
recognized by leadership for enhancing efficiency and team effectiveness on critical
areas.
Addressed sensitive audit issues by engaging with client leadership and firm’s technical
team; overcame resistance through structured arguments and tactful negotiation,
securing Emphasis of Matter disclosure in the audit report
Steered first-year audit through SAP migration, identified governance gaps,
recommended process enhancements, and ensured smooth end-to-end execution
Led different component reporting for engagements with group auditors in Switzerland,
Germany and Singapore, performing independent reviews and ensuring timely,
accurate deliverables
Directed audit planning and execution of 400+ inventory verifications across clients
with ~75 team members, managing priorities, conflicts, and timely delivery in a critical
audit phase in March 2025.
Responded to Companies Act inspection; coordinated with client leadership to address
sensitive issues (AGM extensions, dissenting directors) while maintaining statutory
compliance.
Seamlessly orchestrated cross-functional coordination between audit, valuation,
taxation, and component teams (including listed and private subsidiaries), streamlining
issue resolution and ensuring full-scope audit compliance under compressed timelines. -
Reviewed high-risk areas including revenue, litigations, and borrowings for diversified
clients; ensured accurate consolidation and provided insights that improved transparency
and informed board-level discussions.
Senior - BSR & Co. LLP (KPMG) (July 2023 - September 2024)
Executive - BSR & Co. LLP (KPMG) (September 2022 - July 2023)
Staff Accountant - BSR & Co. LLP (KPMG) (October 2019 - September 2022)
1. Received Spot award in September 2025 (KPMG)- Recognition for effectively managing multiple client engagements during the peak audit cycle, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
2. Runner up award - Tech Reck Quiz in December 2024 (KPMG) Secured runner up position in a firmwide competition as part of a three-member team, demonstrating analytical skills and collaboration. The quiz focused on emerging regulatory updates and KPMG’s digital tools, highlighting awareness of technology-enabled audit practices.
- Blended PGP (MBA) - Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, 2024–26
- Chartered Accountant - Institute of Chartered Accountant of India, May 2023
- B. Com, Mumbai University, 2020
Black Belt in Karate