Over 20+ years of experience in financial services, mortgage compliance arena. Self motivated leader with proven ability to perform in a demanding work environment and resolve issues. Directly responsible for directing and executing a $150M fine avoidance corporate objective while managing a team of 45+ compliance associates. Proven working knowledge of a broad spectrum of financial service firms, processes and products, broad background of compliance, accounting, risk management and internal audit knowledge. Ability to interact and work effectively with all levels of management within and across departments. Demonstrated ability to provide insight and accurate judgment in addressing and resolving business challenges and opportunities. Expertise with financial internal control development, implementation, control self-assessment processes, “end-to-end” documentation creation (flowcharts/narratives), testing and ongoing maintenance of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) documentation; and IT general controls and testing as well as penetration and vulnerability assessments.Risk Management/Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). Competent in the areas of risk management, business and operational processes, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in assessing, analyzing, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of governance, financial and operational control processes. Skilled in developing ERM risk assessments, organizational structure, and implementing a comprehensive framework for assessing, identifying, monitoring, and reducing relevant business and operational risks. Capable of establishing risk metrics that reflect and monitor a company's risk appetite. Internal Audit/Financial Reporting. Over 5 years direct experience managing an Internal Audit Department and reporting directly to the Audit Committee. Expertise conducting annual risk assessments for the development of the annual internal audit plan to ensure high risks are adequately addressed.