Senior Advisory Manager - Risk and Regulatory

• Responsible for planning and execution of SOX 404 testing program and internal audits across international site network• Designed and implemented IT general computer control framework across the site network which included disparate SAP, Oracle, Unix, Microsoft Project, and Windows based platforms• Supervise guest auditors who assist internal audit department SOX 404 control testing and internal audits of operating units • Trained site testing staff and manage self-testing process for SOX 404 control testing conducted at each site• Assisted in implementation of ACL for use in audit engagement activities and automated monitoring of business transactions throughout the organization• Developed rapport with key site contacts through proactive reporting of issues and findings along with solutions to efficiently address compliance needs• Prepare audit reports for reporting to site management of audit activities conducted and reports to the Audit Committee

Planned and executed both business cycle and general computer control audits for Fourtune 500 companies in the life sciences, consumer goods, utility, and home funishings sectors. Consulted and provided management testing services on one of the largest implementations of SOX Information Technology General Computer Controls in the world. Consulted and provided management testing services for a large life sciences contract manufacturer for both Business and Information Technology cycle controls.

Worked as a part of the NC State University Co-Op program in various departments including:US Fixed Assets Accounting CenterUS Ledger OperationsInternal Audit - IBM Global Services