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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

At StartRisk, I am privileged to be the co-founder and the risk subject matter expert, steering the development of an innovative AI-enabled application designed to make risk management accessible to every business. Our mission at StartRisk is to revolutionise business risk management through AI-first technology, with the ultimate goal of making it accessible for all. We aim to empower organisations, many of which have previously lacked the resources to hire risk specialists, by… Show more At StartRisk, I am privileged to be the co-founder and the risk subject matter expert, steering the development of an innovative AI-enabled application designed to make risk management accessible to every business. Our mission at StartRisk is to revolutionise business risk management through AI-first technology, with the ultimate goal of making it accessible for all. We aim to empower organisations, many of which have previously lacked the resources to hire risk specialists, by providing a tool that enhances the capacity of their existing teams and delivers consistent, high-quality risk management and risk reporting. With this tool, company directors will have absolute clarity about how risks are being managed within their organisations.We believe that StartRisk stands out by offering a low-friction, easily accessible platform that leverages generative AI technology to guide users through every step of the risk management process. As we embark on this journey, our focus remains on the transformative impact of our services, aiming to make risk management simple and accessible. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

As a Committee Member on the Finance, Risk, and Investment Committee at the Rural Doctors Foundation, I contribute my extensive background in governance, risk management, and audit to support the Foundation’s mission of enhancing healthcare in rural communities. My role involves advising on risk assessment strategies, financial oversight, and investment decisions to ensure sustainable growth and operational resilience.Key Responsibilities:- Evaluate and advise on the… Show more As a Committee Member on the Finance, Risk, and Investment Committee at the Rural Doctors Foundation, I contribute my extensive background in governance, risk management, and audit to support the Foundation’s mission of enhancing healthcare in rural communities. My role involves advising on risk assessment strategies, financial oversight, and investment decisions to ensure sustainable growth and operational resilience.Key Responsibilities:- Evaluate and advise on the Foundation’s financial practices and risk management procedures to drive strategic decision-making and governance excellence.- Collaborate with committee members to oversee financial planning, risk assessments, and the investment portfolio, aligning them with the Foundation’s objectives and compliance requirements.- Develop and implement robust risk management frameworks that adapt to changing regulations and conditions in the healthcare sector, particularly in rural areas.- Assist in the preparation and review of annual financial reports and audits to ensure accuracy and transparency. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Engaged by Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) on a contractual basis, I led and executed strategic initiatives within the organisation's key corporate governance processes, ensuring robust frameworks and practices were developed and seamlessly integrated into the core operational processes. Key contributions include:- The embedding of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework to align with ISO31000 and better practice industry standards. This included developing all… Show more Engaged by Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) on a contractual basis, I led and executed strategic initiatives within the organisation's key corporate governance processes, ensuring robust frameworks and practices were developed and seamlessly integrated into the core operational processes. Key contributions include:- The embedding of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework to align with ISO31000 and better practice industry standards. This included developing all tools and reports across the business and integrating risk into existing governance meetings.- Designing and deploying a comprehensive Compliance Management Framework, enhancing regulatory adherence.- Improving the Feedback, Compliments, and Complaints Framework, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.- Embedding risk management principles within the Commissioning Procurement and Contract Performance Management Processes, elevating efficiency and risk awareness.- Directing the management of the outsourced Internal Audit function and leading the remediation of Internal Audit recommendations, addressing gaps and fortifying internal controls.- Providing critical backfill support for the Operations Director Business Services, supporting financial reporting and external audit processes during transitional periods.- Facilitating comprehensive Board-level reporting across multiple domains including Risk Management, Internal and External Audit, and Finance, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.This role demanded a blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and leadership, enabling NQPHN to strengthen its risk management and compliance posture, thereby safeguarding its operational integrity and contributing to its mission of enhancing healthcare outcomes. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

I perform the role of Chief Audit Executive / Executive Director of Internal Audit and Risk on behalf of my clients and I am accountable for the following:- Supporting the Enterprise Risk Management framework within the organization including establishing required Risk Management policies and procedures, conducting Strategic and Operations Risk Management Workshops and reporting on Risk Management activities to Executive Management and the Board.- Developing an Internal Audit… Show more I perform the role of Chief Audit Executive / Executive Director of Internal Audit and Risk on behalf of my clients and I am accountable for the following:- Supporting the Enterprise Risk Management framework within the organization including establishing required Risk Management policies and procedures, conducting Strategic and Operations Risk Management Workshops and reporting on Risk Management activities to Executive Management and the Board.- Developing an Internal Audit Charter and associated policies and procedures.- Developing a Strategic Internal Audit Plan, which is based on the organisations Strategic Risks.- Development of an Annual Internal Audit Plan and delivery of efficient, effective and value adding financial and operational internal audits as required by the Annual Internal Audit Plan.- For SEC listed clients, development and delivery of the Sarbanes Oxley compliance program including coverage of entity level controls, process and IT general control and assurance over third party providers.I have performed this role in a number of industries including Health, Government, Defence, Mining, Oil and Gas, Transport (Road, Rail and Port), Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Insurance, Financial Services, Technology, Energy and Water supply.Key clients that I have worked with in my career include Queensland Health, Department of Defence (Australia), Residential Tenancies Authority (Queensland), Rio Tinto, Santos, Leighton Contractors, Bechtel, Fluor, Department of Transport and Main Road (Queensland), Penske Transportation Group International, Aurizon, Queensland Rail, Port of Brisbane, Sureplan Friendly Society, Queensland Treasury Services, Microsoft, IBM, Department of Energy and Water Supply and Queensland Bulk Water Trading Authority (Seqwater).My key skills and operational responsibilities are described under my Senior Manager role. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

As a Senior Manager at Crowe Horwath my accountabilities were the same as those detailed under the Associate Principal role. In addition to this, my key skills and operational responsibilities are described below:Key Skills:In performing this role I have developed:- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, which includes reporting, workshop delivery and presentations (e.g. to external organisations and clients as well as Boards and Executive… Show more As a Senior Manager at Crowe Horwath my accountabilities were the same as those detailed under the Associate Principal role. In addition to this, my key skills and operational responsibilities are described below:Key Skills:In performing this role I have developed:- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, which includes reporting, workshop delivery and presentations (e.g. to external organisations and clients as well as Boards and Executive Management).- Exceptional relationship management skills, ensuring that relationships are well managed with key stakeholders across the organisation and that staff at all levels are appropriately engaged and participate in audit and risk processes.- Strong data analytics and technology skills including project management software, data analytic software, internal audit management software, MS Office and experience in many ERP's (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamic, TechOne, etc).- Highly effective team management and development skills including having managed a team of 25 staff ranging from graduate to Manager level auditors, managing audit delivery both domestically and internationally. This includes performance management reviews and training and development requirements.In addition to client delivery, I am also responsible for the management of the Risk Consulting practice including:- Strategic planning.- Business process improvement.- Financial and practice management.- People management.- Business development. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

I commenced with KPMG in 2009 as a Senior Advisor and progressed swiftly in my career to the role of Manager by July 2011, remaining a Manager until September 2013 when I left the firm to take on a Senior Manager role within Crowe Horwath (Aust) Pty Ltd in a newly established Internal Audit team.Throughout my time at KPMG I provided a range of services including:- Internal Audit.- Sarbanes Oxley Assistance Services.- Major Project Advisory.- Contract Compliance.-… Show more I commenced with KPMG in 2009 as a Senior Advisor and progressed swiftly in my career to the role of Manager by July 2011, remaining a Manager until September 2013 when I left the firm to take on a Senior Manager role within Crowe Horwath (Aust) Pty Ltd in a newly established Internal Audit team.Throughout my time at KPMG I provided a range of services including:- Internal Audit.- Sarbanes Oxley Assistance Services.- Major Project Advisory.- Contract Compliance.- Software License Compliance.I have delivered these services across a range or roles including Audit Team Member, Audit Team Leader and Audit Team Manager. The key accountabilities for each of these roles is detailed below:Audit Manager:I was primarily responsible for the co-ordination of the delivery of internal audits against my clients established Annual Internal Audit Plans, this included:- Development of specific scopes for internal audit by consulting with Executive and Operational Managers as well as process owners;- Co-ordination of audit logistics including timing, fees, team resources, reporting deadlines, etc.- Monitoring of audit fieldwork, including review of completed work papers and liaison with Management where required.- Review and writing of audit report including consulting with Management and process owners on identified findings to develop realistic and value adding recommendations.- Presentation of the final report to Executive and Operational Management.In addition to this I was responsible for overall management of Client engagements including:- Financial performance (including profitability) in the delivery of internal audits.- Assisting in the development of Strategic Internal Audit Plans.- Assisting in the performance of Strategic and Operational Risk Workshops with clients. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Described below is my experience in the role of Audit Team Member and Audit Team Leader. This continues on from my experience as a Manager which is detailed above:Audit Team Leader:I was primarily responsible for the completion of assigned audits, this included:- Allocation of workload to team members, including completion of technically complex tasks myself.- Monitoring progress of team members to ensure timely completion of fieldwork.- Liaison with process owners and… Show more Described below is my experience in the role of Audit Team Member and Audit Team Leader. This continues on from my experience as a Manager which is detailed above:Audit Team Leader:I was primarily responsible for the completion of assigned audits, this included:- Allocation of workload to team members, including completion of technically complex tasks myself.- Monitoring progress of team members to ensure timely completion of fieldwork.- Liaison with process owners and their team members to perform interviews and process walkthroughs.- Development of the risk and control matrix and audit program.- Completion of fieldwork files and drafting of the report for Management review.- Assisting in the presentation of the final report to Executive and Operational Management.Audit Team Member:I was primarily responsible for completion of assigned audit fieldwork, this included:- Assisting in conducting process interviews and process walkthroughs.- Assisting in the completion of the risk and control Matrix and audit program.- Completion of assigned fieldwork in a timely manner. Show less

Canberra, Australia

I commenced my career with the Department of Defence (Australia) after being awarded the Chief Financial Officer Scholarship (one of 6 that were awarded in my year nationally).This scholarship allowed me to undertake work-experience during my last year of university allowing me to experience a number of key areas within the Chief Finance Officer Group including:- Financial Policy Unit.- Defence Financial Controls Framework Program.- Budgeting Unit.Following on from… Show more I commenced my career with the Department of Defence (Australia) after being awarded the Chief Financial Officer Scholarship (one of 6 that were awarded in my year nationally).This scholarship allowed me to undertake work-experience during my last year of university allowing me to experience a number of key areas within the Chief Finance Officer Group including:- Financial Policy Unit.- Defence Financial Controls Framework Program.- Budgeting Unit.Following on from this work experience I commenced in the Graduate Program within Defence and undertook a role within the Defence Financial Controls Framework Program. In this role my primary duties included:- Completing assigned audit processes as directed by Management.- Completing process discussions and updating control descriptions as required.- Completing testing procedures and associated work papers. Show less

Graduate Diploma Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accountant

I completed the Graduate Diploma - Chartered Accountant through the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. This.

Bachelor Of Business Managerment, International Business And Managing Organisations

The Bachelor's Degree in Business Management has provided me with a broad set of skills for understanding why processes may be performed.

Bachelor Of Commerce, Accounting

The Bachelor's Degree in Commerce has provided my with the technical understanding of financial and management accounting as well.