Alison H. Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York City Metropolitan Area

I am currently working on the Audit & Assurance Product & Solutions (AAPS) team, where I am leading the General IT Controls (GITC) testing as part of the International Standard of Quality Management (ISQM) 1 Compliance initiative for the US firm. Quality Management for Firms that perform audits or reviews of Financial Statements, or other Assurance or related services engagements, and implement the standard in the manner intended. Firms are required to have systems of quality management… Show more I am currently working on the Audit & Assurance Product & Solutions (AAPS) team, where I am leading the General IT Controls (GITC) testing as part of the International Standard of Quality Management (ISQM) 1 Compliance initiative for the US firm. Quality Management for Firms that perform audits or reviews of Financial Statements, or other Assurance or related services engagements, and implement the standard in the manner intended. Firms are required to have systems of quality management designed and implemented in accordance with ISQM 1 by December 15, 2022.The ISQM 1 Compliance initiative encompasses a broad variety of Systems of Quality Management (SQM) across the various service offerings (i.e., Audit, Tax, Independence, Enabling Areas, Talent) within both the US and Globally. The SQMs are defined within the Risk & Response Matrixes (RRMs), where both GITC and automated controls are considered. Additionally, to complete our assessments prior to December 15, 2022 - I am virtually training and leading a team of recent University graduates within India (USI), where I am working on creating a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the AAPS team. Show less

New York, New York

Worked within the Audit & Assurance Product and Solutions (AAPS), Technology Controls (TC) Advisory team as the Lead Senior Specialist Internal IT Auditor focusing on audit innovation within Deloitte US, while participating in Deloitte’s Global Deployment Program (GDP) based in New York City. Our team focuses on all aspects of risk and controls in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for audit tools, inclusive of implementing and evaluating control frameworks on various cloud platforms. I… Show more Worked within the Audit & Assurance Product and Solutions (AAPS), Technology Controls (TC) Advisory team as the Lead Senior Specialist Internal IT Auditor focusing on audit innovation within Deloitte US, while participating in Deloitte’s Global Deployment Program (GDP) based in New York City. Our team focuses on all aspects of risk and controls in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for audit tools, inclusive of implementing and evaluating control frameworks on various cloud platforms. I am passionate about innovation and creating a consistent audit approach to better serve our clients and people. I am excited to be a part of building audits of the future such as DNAV (Audit Innovation of the Year 2020), Connect, iConfirm and Audit Online! Show less

Dublin

Worked within the Risk Advisory Department in Deloitte Dublin. Throughout the year the work is divided between delivering to our own portfolio of clients while also supporting Financial Auditors. I sat between the Business and IT departments and am required to understand and translate between the two areas. This work includes internal and external IT audit for a variety of industries and clients. This also includes data analytics and specialised security reviews. Such as:• Assessing… Show more Worked within the Risk Advisory Department in Deloitte Dublin. Throughout the year the work is divided between delivering to our own portfolio of clients while also supporting Financial Auditors. I sat between the Business and IT departments and am required to understand and translate between the two areas. This work includes internal and external IT audit for a variety of industries and clients. This also includes data analytics and specialised security reviews. Such as:• Assessing clients IT environments and IT related processes that support the preparation of financial statements to determine the extent to which reliance can be placed on the internal control environment;• Working with leading companies in multiple industries such as Financial Services, Consumer Business, Telecommunications and public sector;• Analysis and manipulation of financial statements data for example journal entry testing, revenue testing;• Assessing the design and effectiveness of key IT controls;• Completing specialist projects such as data protection and security reviews;• Strong knowledge of ACL and Excel in the use of data manipulation;• Maintaining detailed documentation of work undertaken; and• Strong use of problem solving and communication skills.Throughout this role I have improved a number of my skills, such as; Analytical - I work with statistical analysis tools to test data validity, to test system efficiency and to draw conclusions which can be used to give the financial auditors and business management insight to their system. Self-management - I independently manage regular inspections throughout the EMEA region for one of our high profile multi-national clients. This requires co-ordination of several Deloitte offices to ensure the team is trained, inter-firm agreements are agreed and deadlines are met.Communicator – I interact with both the financial auditors and the client, as such my communication abilities must be strong, organised and timely. Show less

12 1St Avenue, New York, Ny 10009, United States

Went to New York on a J1 Visa where I worked in a popular bar serving food and drinks. During my shift I would:- Attend to customers needs- Handle cash for myself and team members - Adapted to a foreign work environment- Overcame language barriers with other staff members- Created a fun, lively and friendly environment for both customers and staff

Deloitte & Touche House, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2

As part of my University degree I was required to take part in a PEP (Placement Experience Program). I interned with Deloitte as part of my third year degree program through NUI Galway. I worked within the Enterprise Risk Services team, where I worked to identify business security risks, then implement and monitor controls to mitigate these risks.While working within ERS I had the opportunity to work along side colleagues who specialised in such areas as IT Security Audit and Controls… Show more As part of my University degree I was required to take part in a PEP (Placement Experience Program). I interned with Deloitte as part of my third year degree program through NUI Galway. I worked within the Enterprise Risk Services team, where I worked to identify business security risks, then implement and monitor controls to mitigate these risks.While working within ERS I had the opportunity to work along side colleagues who specialised in such areas as IT Security Audit and Controls Assurance. They would have worked with statistical analysis tools and used specific techniques to analyse data for external audit, internal audit and consulting projects. While working with Deloitte I had the opportunity to enhanced my IT skills, my ability to identify business security risks and how to implement and monitor controls to mitigate these risks. I also developed upon and utilised the skills I learned in my first three years of University. Show less

Kildare Village Outlet Centre, Kildare Town, Co.Kildare

This was a full-time job while on my summer holidays. My responsibilities included: - Assisting customers - Organise the display of merchandise - Serve customers on the till

Les Genevriers, 74140 Excenevex, France

I looked after 3 children, taught them English through French, and performed the daily household duties including cooking and cleaning.

White Water Shopping Centre, Newbridge, Co.Kildare

This was a part-time job while studying in school.My responsibilities included:- Assisting customers- Organise the display of merchandise- Serve customers on the till

Business Information Systems, Information Technology, 2.1 (3.5 Gpa)

Activities and Societies: Treasurer of the Snow-sports Club

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