Chief Audit Executive Resume Samples

Description :

1. Served as the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) for the North Regional Medical Command, (NRMC), and Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) Internal Review and Audit Compliance Office (IRACO).
2. Administered the programs throughout NRMC's area of responsibility including 10 major Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs), and WRAMC Installation Garrison Command.
3. Managed all three programs which provided value added to the DOD, DA, Medical Command, NRMC WRAMC, Garrison Commanders, senior leadership, soldiers, civilians, and family members.
4. Increased morale for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Army (DA), and the Walter Reed community.
5. Functioned as the Commander's honest broker and facilitated open communication between DOD, DA, Command, Office of the Surgeon General, Installations, Medical Command, Medical Treatment Facilities, and General Accountability Office (GAO).
6. Advised senior-level Commanders' and was the subject matter expert on a variety of financial/subjects and internal control.
7. Planned and executed, the commands' Internal Review Annual Program in accordance with the Comptroller General Standards.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor's In Accounting

Description :

1. Served as chief audit executive of the company's independent internal audit department, reporting directly to the Board Audit and Risk Committee chairmen of Marlin Business Bank and Marlin Business Services.
2. Developed and implemented Management's SOX 404 assessment including the adoption of the COSO 2013 Framework.
3. Program established external auditors to adopt a strategy of reliance on internal audit control test work.
4. Served as primary liaison for management with external auditors and Federal Reserve examiners during external examinations and audits.
5. Led the development of risk management policies and practices by serving on of several management committees including Bank Management Committee, Regulatory Compliance Committee, and Model Governance Committee.
6. Responsible for resource planning and staffing of the department, including oversight of outsourced audit engagements.
7. Led annual risk assessments of business processes related to the company's subsidiaries, Marlin Business Bank and Marlin Leasing Corporation, and developed process improvements as a result of gaps identified in the assessments.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

M.S. In Accounting

Description :

1. Provided executive leadership and direction of the Internal Audit department for the health organization; proactively partnered with management and internal departments to implement change improvement processes which facilitate and achieve strategic plans and organizational goals.
2. Developed and instituted Corporate Internal Audit department objectives, audit business strategies, engagements, goals, and the organizational audit plan to ensure the safeguarding of systems assets and efficient use of resources.
3. Established and directed a program for recruitment, selection, and retention of department personnel; motivated, trained, and developed staff to ensure competent, thorough, and consistent audit testing; directly supervised an audit team with a diverse range of audit coverage that included financial, operational, Information Technology and compliance.
4. Received the Oklahoma Quality Award for achieving team alignment of business objectives.
5. Facilitated the publication and distribution of reports and presentations on the results of financial, operational, and information technology audits, including recommendations for improvement in control and opportunities for risk migration and cost savings.
6. Established performance improvement indicators and maintained a quality assurance program to evaluate the operations of the department; assessed staff performance.
7. Developed departmental policies, practices, guidelines, and procedures that are consistent with professional standards, legal and regulatory requirements, institutional goals, and organizational mission.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BS In Accounting

Description :

1. Oversaw the internal audit department, focusing on operational, financial, compliance, and information technology audits.
2. Directed a team of 16 financial, operational, and IT auditors, while reporting functionally to the Audit Committee and administratively to the Chief Financial Officer of a $6.5 billion company.
3. Took over the internal audit department that focused only on Sarbanes Oxley testing.
4. Performed over 60 audits in the first year, which was double the previous year.
5. Identified over $25 million in cost savings from operational auditing programs that were implemented.
6. Drove the Sarbanes Oxley remediation effort, which led to a 38% reduction in key controls.
7. Conducted various global pieces of training on Sarbanes Oxley, Account Reconciliations, Fraud, and Process Improvements.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor of Science

Description :

1. Responsible for the completion of audits as determined by a risk assessment.
2. Insured the completion of audits as scheduled; ensured auditors are performing initiate spot audits when necessary.
3. Evaluated and assessed assigned staff to ensure compliance with standard auditing procedures.
4. Evaluated internal controls and determine that there is segregation of duties and dual control as necessary.
5. Reviewed cash control procedures and monitored the safeguarding of assets.
6. Ensured, assigned staff evaluates all clients for compliance with Federal Regulations.
7. Determined if the policies and procedures of the firm are being followed.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Accounting

Description :

1. Demonstrated exceptional leadership through the establishment of policies and procedures, draft and enforcement of the internal audit manual, and recruitment, training, and optimization of 8 staff engaged in internal auditing processes.
2. Approved audit programs involving operational and financial management controls.
3. Headed internal audits to ensure accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
4. Signed off on report drafts, and attended the final audit conference with local management at the audit's conclusion.
5. Reorganized Internal Audit Department, resulting in a significant increase in operations efficiency.
6. Assisted with audits conducted by Federal Examiners and external auditors.
7. Prepared written reports documenting the audits completed.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

B.A In Accounting

Description :

1. Senior Executive with the nation's ninth largest transit system with an eighteen-member jurisdictional Board, over 5000 employees, and a fleet comprising of 600 busses, 175 paratransit vans, and 318 rail cars operating between 38 rail stations and on 47 track miles.
2. Oversaw the$500 million five-year strategic transformations of the organization aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency.
3. Dealt with complex union issues and a comprehensive top-down review of all departments and operations.
4. Oversaw the strategic transformation of the organization projected to save up to $150 million over five years based on aggressive actions to reduce organizational expenses while minimizing the impact on service and core operations.
5. Evaluated on a continuing basis all functions of WMATA's operations to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations, the efficiency of service delivery, and ensured that expenses are consistent with operating budgets.
6. Managed reviews conducted by independent external parties of the Information Technology, Police, Procurement, and Safety departments aimed at targeted areas designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
7. Provided regular updates to the board of directors, audit committee, and state oversight committee on the progress of the strategic transformation.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BA In Accounting

Description :

1. Conducted Internal Audit per the approved audit plan.
2. Suggested process improvements and identify saving opportunities and proven value adds.
3. Reviewed and alignment of SOPs/ DOA as per the business environment.
4. Tracked and reviewed the Action Taken Report.
5. Carried out special assignments/ management audits delegated by Chief Internal Auditor.
6. Managed the Outsourced Audit Partner to ensure Quality and Timely completion of the assignment.
7. Developed and Implemented the Audit Strategy as aligned to the Corporate Plan and Legislation of the Organisation.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BA In Accounting

Description :

1. Evaluated the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes to ensure that risks are mitigated.
2. Developed the audit plan and oversaw the audit process from start to finish.
3. Oversaw the hiring of new auditors and ensured that they are trained and certified for their positions.
4. Conducted exit interviews with departing employees to identify potential risks and issues related to job function or company culture.
5. Reported to the board of directors on any breaches in ethics or legal violations identified in an audit.
6. Recommended changes to policies or procedures, as needed, to prevent future issues.
7. Reviewed financial statements and other reports to identify potential problems or errors.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BA In Accounting

Description :

1. Reviewed and provided expert opinions on action plans provided by clients, helping them develop robust remediation plans.
2. Completed all assigned audit work in line with agreed budgets, including ad hoc projects and special investigations.
3. Acted as a competent partner and challenger to clients in the closure process of findings.
4. Communicated openly with divisional management and internal stakeholders.
5. Presented complex and sensitive messages (such as audit issues) comprehensively, and professionally and reduce complex topics to simple statements.
6. Participated in exit meetings as required.
7. Proactively keep abreast of pertinent industry, regulatory and business practices.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BA In Accounting