Gaurav Mehta
About Gaurav Mehta
Gaurav Mehta is the Director of Financial Services at Protiviti India, with over 16 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance within the financial services sector.
Director of Financial Services at Protiviti India
Gaurav Mehta serves as the Director of Financial Services at Protiviti India since 2018. Based in the Mumbai Area, India, he has been instrumental in leading a portfolio of solutions for financial sector entities, including loan management and monitoring systems. His role involves serving clients across India and the Middle East, specifically in governance, risk, and compliance domains. He brings over 16 years of expertise in enhanced governance related to insider trading and credit risk architecture to his current position.
Previous Roles at PwC India
Before joining Protiviti India, Gaurav Mehta held key positions at PwC India. He served as Associate Director - Financial Service Risk Assurance in 2018 for 7 months. Prior to that, from 2016 to 2018, he worked as Manager - Risk Assurance Services (FS). During his tenure at PwC, he gained substantial experience in risk assurance specifically tailored for the financial services sector. His responsibilities involved assisting clients in managing financial risks and improving governance structures.
Managerial Experience at SKP Group
Gaurav Mehta's career includes significant tenures at SKP Group. He worked as a Manager in 2016 for 5 months and as an Assistant Manager from 2012 to 2016 for 4 years in the Mumbai Area, India. His role at SKP Group involved managing risk, assurance processes, and providing vital financial insights. He developed strong relationships with clients and ensured successful risk management strategies.
Audit and Risk Roles at Mazars India and Aneja Associates
Gaurav Mehta has extensive audit experience from his earlier career stages. From 2011 to 2012, he worked as an Audit Associate at Mazars India. Before that, he was an Audit Associate at Aneja Associates from 2008 to 2011. These roles equipped him with in-depth knowledge of audit processes and financial risk management, setting a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in the financial services industry.
Educational Background in Commerce and Finance
Gaurav Mehta studied Accounting and Finance at K J Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce, achieving a Bachelor of Commerce degree from 1997 to 2002. His academic foundation in commerce has been pivotal in his career, providing him with the essential knowledge and skills required for various roles in the financial services sector. His education at the University of Mumbai, although not detailed, also contributes to his comprehensive expertise in the field.