Sandip Khanal
Raleigh
Summary
Finance and audit professional with experience supporting donor-funded programs, statutory audits, Internal audits,Information technology audits and partner compliances across NGOs and private-sector clients in Nepal. Hands-on background in budgeting, grant agreement administration, financial reporting, and internal controls; known for collaborative stakeholder management and strong follow-through. Graduate student in the Public Accounting track ,with focus in IT (MAcc, NC State University) with working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grant Officer
One Heart Worldwide
Surkhet
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed project finance and grant processes, including budgeting support, tracking, and periodic reporting to head office.
- Maintained compliant bookkeeping aligned with taxation rules, regulations, and applicable accounting standards.
- Supported project startup activities and stakeholder coordination; helped establish office processes and financial monitoring routines.
- Delivered training to partner agencies on financial database management, recordkeeping, and reporting expectations.
Admin & Finance Officer
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Palpa
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Oversaw finance and administrative operations for field-based projects, including budget planning, revisions, and expenditure controls.
- Reviewed implementing partner financial reports, followed up on findings, and supported improvements in financial management practices.
- Developed monitoring and evaluation routines and provided periodic reporting to the country finance team and leadership.
- Supported procurement, fleet, and office operations in accordance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
Finance Officer
Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere (CARE)
Kohalpur
11.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed project financial operations across multiple donor-funded programs, ensuring adherence to donor policies and internal controls.
- Supported statutory, internal, and final audits; assisted with documentation, schedules, and audit responses.
- Conducted due diligence reviews for partner agencies and supported grant agreement preparation and monitoring.
- Collaborated with program teams on monitoring, evaluation, and value-for-money practices.
Audit Staff
Baker Tilly
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Supported statutory audits, internal audits, bookkeeping, and tax compliance for private sector, nonprofit and financial institution clients.
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements and assisted with tax filings in line with applicable standards and tax laws.
- Participated in due diligence engagements and contributed to audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
Audit Staff
B&B Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Assisted with audit and accounting services for a range of clients; supported bookkeeping and reporting for overseas engagements.
Education
Master of Accountancy - Public Accounting With IT Concentration
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-2026
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Asia E University
Malaysia 01-2023
Bachelor's in Business Studies -
Tribhuvan Univeristy
Kathmandu,Nepal01-2012
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Skills
- Grant & donor compliance
- Budgeting & forecasting
- Financial reporting
- Partner capacity building
- Audit support (statutory/internal)
- Internal controls & documentation
- Procurement & operations support
- Advanced Excel & reporting
- ERP exposure (SAP, NetSuite)
- Alteryx
- Accounting systems: PeopleSoft (Oracle), Xero, Tally, Money Works
- Tools: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365
- Standards: US GAAP, IFRS, ISAs
Certification
- ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK), In progress
- CPA Exam Candidate, planning to sit for exams in 26
Languages
English
Nepali
Hindi
Timeline
Grant Officer
One Heart Worldwide
07.2022 - 11.2022
Admin & Finance Officer
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
01.2022 - 07.2022
Finance Officer
Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere (CARE)
11.2016 - 07.2019
Audit Staff
Baker Tilly
04.2014 - 01.2016
Audit Staff
B&B Associates, Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 04.2014
Master of Accountancy - Public Accounting With IT Concentration
North Carolina State University
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Asia E University
Bachelor's in Business Studies -
Tribhuvan Univeristy