Dhwani Gohil
Toronto,ON
Summary
Results-driven consultant with over 4 years of experience in internal audit, risk advisory, SOX compliance, and financial controls. Demonstrated success in supporting entrepreneurs and mid-sized businesses through audit readiness, ICFR testing, fraud risk evaluation, and document/physical assurance. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with hands-on experience in walkthroughs, reconciliations, SOP development, and risk control documentation. Actively pursuing CISA and registered for the US CPA, with a solid background in Indian and Canadian accounting environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting and Audit Review Associate
Aciris Accounting & Tax Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
10.2024 - Current
- Support small businesses and entrepreneur clients through year-end file reviews, adjusting entries, and documentation cleanup.
- Reconcile financial records, including A/R, A/P, and bank accounts, to prepare accurate working papers.
- Review client books monthly to identify and flag inconsistencies, helping clients maintain audit-ready records.
- Communicate with clients regarding missing documentation, adjustments, and CRA compliance support.
Staff Accountant
Wade Halabi CPA, Toronto, ON
Toronto, Ontario
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed reconciliations and supported CRA audit requests for clients in various industries.
- Reviewed ledgers, financial records, and GST/HST filings for accuracy and completeness.
- Led QBD to QBO transitions to improve client financial visibility and documentation quality.
Lead Internal Auditor
Basant Nihalani & Co. (Sunshine Far East Limited)
Vadodara, Gujarat (India)
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Led audits focusing on SOX compliance, ICFR, and internal control effectiveness for logistics, trading, and retail clients.
- Conducted walkthroughs, control testing, and process documentation to evaluate control design and operational effectiveness.
- Delivered physical and document assurance audits, verifying inventory, cash, and financial documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Developed and implemented SOPs for audit teams, covering stock verification, debtor confirmations, and cash audits.
- Performed fraud risk assessments and control gap analyses, advising clients on mitigation strategies.
- Supported cross-border control harmonization projects, including for Maersk Line and Cotonou Port.
- Participated in business development initiatives by assisting in proposal preparation and client presentations to expand audit service engagements.
- Reported audit findings, risk heat maps, and recommendations to CFOs, and executive management.
- Led follow-up audits to monitor the implementation of recommendations, and ensure continuous improvement.
Accounts Manager
Nidhi Investment (Motilal Oswal)
Vadodara, Gujarat (India)
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw financial reporting and control checks for investment portfolios, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted KPI-based investment analysis for strategic fund allocation.
- Supported end-of-year forecasting and internal audit coordination.
Audit & Accounts Intern
M/s Sheetal Samriya & Associates
Vadodara, Gujarat (India)
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Assisted in statutory, internal, and tax audits for clients across the manufacturing and service sectors.
- Performed ledger scrutiny, vouching, and verification of financial records, including sales, purchases, and expenses.
- Participated in physical stock audits, cash counts, and bank reconciliations, preparing detailed audit checklists.
- Supported audit seniors with working paper documentation and audit file assembly.
- Prepared client responses to audit queries, and assisted with drafting basic audit reports.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Professional Accounting - Advanced Accounting (CPA Accredited)
York University
Toronto, None06-2025
Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting - Accounting (CPA Accredited)
York University
Toronto, Ontario10-2024
Master of Commerce - Finance & Audit
Jain University
Bangluru, India01-2023
PG Diploma in Public Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Amity University
Noida, India12-2021
CA Intermediate - Chartered Accountancy
ICAI
India01-2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
Maharaja Sayajirao Univeristy
India01-2018
Skills
- Internal audit and SOX compliance
- Risk identification and ICFR testing
- Financial documentation and audit trail review
- Physical and document assurance audits
- Fraud risk and process weakness analysis
- Bookkeeping reviews and reconciliation
- Small business and entrepreneur support
- Working paper preparation and adjustments
- KPI analysis and budget recommendations
- ERP systems and data reporting
- Client-focused communication
Certification
- Registered Candidate – US CPA (NASBA)
- Actively Pursuing – Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Fraud Risk & Forensic Audit Training – ICAI
- Ongoing training in SOX testing, ICFR documentation, and risk advisory consulting
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- SOX Readiness: Conducted operational control testing and risk mapping for trading clients under SOX standards.
- SOP Design & Training: Created field SOPs that improved standardization across multi-location audit teams.
- Fraud Prevention: Identified weak control points and designed mitigation measures leading to reduced audit findings.
- Cross-Border Standardization: Harmonized audit and reporting protocols across shipping and trade data flows between India and Africa.
TECHNICAL TOOLS
- Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Index-Match, IF) | QuickBooks Desktop & Online | SAP | Tally ERP | CaseWare (Basic) | Monday.com
Timeline
Accounting and Audit Review Associate
Aciris Accounting & Tax Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant
Wade Halabi CPA, Toronto, ON
03.2024 - 09.2024
Lead Internal Auditor
Basant Nihalani & Co. (Sunshine Far East Limited)
02.2022 - 11.2023
Accounts Manager
Nidhi Investment (Motilal Oswal)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Audit & Accounts Intern
M/s Sheetal Samriya & Associates
05.2018 - 12.2020
Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Professional Accounting - Advanced Accounting (CPA Accredited)
York University
Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting - Accounting (CPA Accredited)
York University
Master of Commerce - Finance & Audit
Jain University
PG Diploma in Public Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Amity University
CA Intermediate - Chartered Accountancy
ICAI
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
Maharaja Sayajirao Univeristy
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