Bhargav Jatinkumar Soni
+91 9913 699 722
An experienced Certified Fraud Examiner aiming to apply my expertise and knowledge in the field of Forensic accounting and fraud investigation, having a proven track record of successfully resolving more than 15 cases in financial crime investigation. Adept at applying expertise to uncover and address fraudulent activities, contributing to enhanced organizational efficiency.
Education
MBA FINANCE (SPECIALIZATION IN FORENSIC ACCOUNTING | APRIL 2018 | GUJARAT FORENSIC SCIENCE UNIVERSITY (Now National Forensic Sciences University)
Major: Forensic Accounting
Earned: 8.22 CGPA
Employment History
MANAGING PARTNER | SECURES DOT CONSULTING
May 2023 – Present | Vadodara
Led and managed investigation projects related to fraud and whistleblower complaints, from drafting the initial preamble to preparing final reports with recommendations.
Conducted detailed admission-seeking interviews, including taking confessions, handling and reviewing documents, identifying new leads, and maintaining complete interview records.
Presented findings to senior management and supported digital investigations, including ESI data review and analysis.
Identified process gaps and control weaknesses through detailed data analysis to strengthen compliance and risk management frameworks.
Developed and presented tailored solutions to clients for fraud prevention, including Fraud Risk Assessments, Whistleblowing Mechanisms, Ombudsman Services, Pre-Audit Reviews, Gap Analyses, Anti-Fraud Policy frameworks, and Employee/Vendor background checks.
CONSULTANT | SHARP AND TANNAN ASSOCIATES
March 2022 – May 2023 | Vadodara
Led investigations into suspected fraudulent activities, ensuring thorough fact-finding and evidence collection.
Conducted admission-seeking interviews with perpetrators to understand motives and identify control lapses.
Obtained and analyzed whistleblower statements to support case resolution.
Reviewed documents, digital evidence, financial transactions, paper trails, and communication records to establish links between perpetrators and potential accomplices.
Recommended process improvements and control enhancements to reduce fraud risk and strengthen organizational resilience.
Prepared and presented detailed investigation reports, including evidence summaries and actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence.
Worked on more than 15 investigation cases
EXECUTIVE – ACCOUNTANT | ARCHER TRANSNATIONAL SYSTEM PVT LTD
March 2021 – January 2022 | Vadodara
Led a project to analyze and reconcile historical payments, which helped improve payment methods and data accuracy.
Worked closely with different departments and improved communication to make data sharing easier.
Cross-checked payments made by the company as part of the Qualified Fund Settlement process.
Reviewed and updated work based on project needs and held peer discussions to improve project outcomes.
Served as the main point of contact and managed the project from start to finish.
Prepared and presented weekly progress updates and key findings to senior management.
SR. MARKETING & FINANCE ANALYST | EUSAI (ELITE UNIVERSAL SPORTS ALLIANCE OF INDIA)
March 2020 – November 2020 |
Discussing and promoting business Plan and Opportunities with the client and firm.
Meeting with Government and Private Universities officials for promoting university sports and culture.
Engaging in Sports Promotional Events and motivating the university sports officers to get the maximum student engagement and participation.
Talent Hunt for the genius players.
Marketing and promoting Events, Universities, University Teams along with logo creation and embedded Tee Shirts.
SPECIALIST | PWC (PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPER PVT. LTD.)
December 2018 January –2021
Undertook Internal Audit under the service head Risk Assurance. The role includes the
responsibility to conduct internal audit for the client in industry of Consumer Electronics and
Hand-Held Products
o Process Audit
o Stock Audit
o Data Analysis
o SOP Implementation
o MoM (Minute of Meeting) preparation
o Audit Report Preparation
Internships
INTERN | PWC (PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPER PVT. LTD.)
January 2018 – June 2018 | Delhi
Sales Process Review on SOP followed by the client.
Suggested key points to improve sales process with abiding Company’s rules and regulations
Due Diligence in Document processing and requirements
Performed stock audit as per the company standards
Provided office employees with Continual Support
Effectively communicated the mission of our brand
INTERN | DELOITTE TOUCHE TOHMATSU LLP | 4 WEEK INTERNSHIP
May 2017 – June 2017
Undertook Secondary Research and Data Analysis from various resources for Potential Merger and
Acquisition Opportunities supported Corporate Finance Department
Served as a dedicated and supportive intern in the fast-paced environment
Worked to remain punctual, reliable, and flexible.
Remained positive and hopeful even in stressful situations.
Certificate
CFE (CERTIFIED FRUAD EXAMINER)
ASSOCIATION OF CERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER (Member: 882095)
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Tools used for Analysis and Forensics
E-discovery by Microsoft
Intella
Mobiledit
Magnet Axiom and Process
Autopsy
Courses
CERTIFICATE COURSE ON LEGAL AID AND ALLIED LAWS
August 2020
With special reference to RTI, PIL, ADR and Right of the Victim organized by Probono India, GNLU
E-LEARNING COURSE ON FORENSIC ACCOUNTING AND FRAUD INVESTIGATION
September 2018
Organized by Chetan Dalal Institute of Management and Services and Gujarat Forensic Sciences University.
Serial No – e1107
Languages
· English – Fluent
· Hindi – Proficient
· Gujarati – Proficient