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Woking, England, Gb

 Managed day to day operations of SOX business processes for global operations (25 entities). Successfully ensured no deficiencies were found above the CD designation. Coordinated efforts to reduce key controls by 30% in year 2 of SOX implementation after merger.  Coordinated discussions with external auditors on areas of concern to ensure agreement. Transitioned SOX operations from Internal Audit to Finance organization. Responsible for Annual SOX Risk Assessment and presented scope to CAO. Managed and performed PPA related SOX controls through Linde/Praxair merger.  Performed SOX transition through merger with legacy Linde businesses.

Danbury, Ct, Us

 Developed Data Analytics function to enhance Internal Audit operations. Goal was to provide a more value-added approach to the Internal Audit experience. Completed audit procedures as needed on assigned internal audits and projects. Responsible for Annual SOX Risk Assessment and presented scope to CAO. Responsible for monthly and annual budget reporting for Internal Audit Department. Presented budget with CIO to CFO for annual approval. Responsible for completion of Global Business Risk Assessment reporting for Praxair, including compiling results for submission to Senior Management. Managed Global SOX program to completion annually. No more than 3 deficiencies identified annually with no being more than CD designations. Presented at external Data Analytics conferences outlining enhancements.

Danbury, Ct, Us

o Responsible for Internal Audit functions for US, Europe, and Asia businesses. o Actively managed 12 employees and up to 3 audits during any 1 audit cycle to completion.o Ensured annual Audit Program completion of up to 40 audits/projects per year.o Created and management Annual Audit and SOX Risk Assessment and completed presentation for Audit Committee. o Designed and managed Data Analytics group for Internal Audit purposes.o Responsible for monthly and annual budget reporting for Internal Audit Department. Presented budget with CIO to CFO for annual approval.o Responsible for completion of Global Business Risk Assessment reporting for Praxair, including compiling results for submission to Senior Management.o Managed Global SOX program to completion annually.

Danbury, Ct, Us

 Designed Data Analytics function to enhance Internal Audit operations. Managed Global SOX program to completion annually. No more than 5 deficiencies identified annually with no being more than CD designations. Completed audit procedures as needed on assigned internal audits and projects.

$3.5 billion global supplier of plastic additives, lubricants and urethane polymers; Managed the 2008 SOX activity including review of all work performed, ensuring all items requiring remediation are completed accurately and reconciling all information with external auditors.Completed annual 404 reporting requirements for Audit Committee and external auditors.Performed operational and financial audits of headquarter departments (Logistics, Accounts Payable, HR).Lead international audit that included local contract auditors and communicated findings to local management for remediation.Performed special projects with affiliated company to review and validate overhead charges from an external provider resulting in a refund of $600k. Provided recommendations to other departments for improvements to current procedures and relevance to GAAP (i.e. Revenue Recognition, etc).Assisted in the implementation of new logistics vendor to ensure complete and seamless transition.

Performed operational, financial and compliance audits of headquarter departments and affiliated Companies to ensure compliance to internal Company policy and Regulatory Agencies such as IRS, DOT and EPA.Coordinated and developed comprehensive testing procedures for use in terminal, line haul and shop audit functions. Created on-line audit working papers and reports for use by field compliance auditors.Performed operational audits at terminal, TL line haul and shop locations to ensure compliance with federal, state and company-policy rules and regulations.Supervised Field Auditors for proper utilization of audit procedures and accuracy through review of workpapers and written reports. Developed a comprehensive risk assessment model for use in terminal annual audit planning. Coordinated and developed an annual audit schedule for all terminal locations visited;Created a detailed Job Procedures Manual for use with future terminal compliance auditors.Provided recommendations to other departments for improvements to current procedures;Advised departments with developing new operating systems (i.e. OS&D upgrades to WFMS, In-Cab Communications). Periodically reviewed and updated company policies; evaluated current testing to ensure gathering of relevant information.

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Managed team of 7 employees to ensure completion of daily operations for Inbound and Outbound activities.Communicated with central team members to move freight effectively and efficiently to its final destination.Developed daily routes for drivers to ensure effective coverage for daily operations.

Masters, Accounting

Masters; Bachelor, Accounting; Business Administration