Our risk advisory solutions are tailored to meet the unique business requirements and strategic goals of our clients. We collaborate with organizations to establish high-performing risk and compliance teams, implement innovative strategies such as the creation of offshore staffing solutions, and support emerging companies preparing for an IPO. Our goal is to help our clients generate tangible value through strong processes and controls while minimizing the cost of compliance.

Managing the internal audit function of a growing segment representing $6 billion in annual revenue, I facilitated the alignment of audit objectives with organizational goals. The role also involved being key liaison to external audit function in supporting the financial statement audits of Alleghany Corporation. Furthermore,• Established and chaired IT Steering Committee to promote cross-leverage of technical expertise within the organization and helped standardize IT governance and protocol throughout the organization. • Implemented, oversaw, and reported on the cybersecurity risk mitigation controls including Knowbe4, employee awareness training, and incident response planning • Established the scope, objectives, and approach to audits by applying a risk-based methodology that achieves timely results and high-quality audit deliverables• Oversaw and managed the SOX compliance program (financial & IT) for the group of portfolio companies.• Prepared and presented Audit Committee/Board materials including SOX updates and other strategic internal audit initiatives

In this position, I assisted in the management of overall audit operations, including planning, risk assessment, and internal audits through leading audit engagements from beginning to end in various aspects of the business, e.g., internal audits, operational audits, physical inventory observations and special assignments. I performed testing procedures to comply with the requirements of Sections 302, 404, 906 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act, and COSO 2013 and worked with the external auditors to ensure audit expectations were met and any discrepancies resolved. I also helped train and mentor team members in fulfilling audit responsibilities effectively and efficiently.

Primarily executed year-end financial statements audits in accordance with GAAP and GAAS, including Retirement Savings Plan (401K) audits as per ERISA and reviews of quarterly financial information for a diverse clientele and industries. Also designed and performed tests of internal controls and provided recommendations for improved controls and enhanced business efficiency.

• Conducted internal audits of operational functions and/or financial areas of the organization • Evaluated internal processes and controls, identified areas for improvement, proposed recommendations and effectively reported on results as part of SOX controls review • Organized, prepared, and presented proposals, analytical assessments, and other projects to the Board/Audit Committee