SAP
Branch Audit Supervisor
International Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
5 2017 - Current
- Enhanced internal controls through thorough risk assessments and recommendations for improvements.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Mentored junior auditors, providing guidance and feedback for professional growth and development.
- Reduced audit timeframes with efficient planning and execution of audit procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to facilitate open communication during audits.
- Evaluated fraud risks during audits, recommending preventive measures to mitigate potential financial losses.
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Delivered high-quality audit reports on time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.
- Improved audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new audit methodologies.
- Trained new audit personnel to perform duties according to regulations and established procedures.
- Reviewed workpapers prepared by junior auditors for accuracy and completeness before incorporating them into the final audit report.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Performed detailed analytics on financial data to detect anomalies indicative of potential issues or control weaknesses.
- Coordinated resources effectively to ensure smooth execution of the audit plan while minimizing disruption to client operations.
- Assisted in creating annual audit plans based on risk assessments to address key business objectives.
- Participated in billing and collections operations to facilitate client payment of overdue invoices.
- Led training sessions on internal control principles and best practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Cultivated mutually beneficial relationships with clients and company financial officers to facilitate improved business operations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring accurate application of accounting standards during audits.
- Ensured compliance with regulations, identifying discrepancies and providing corrective action plans.
- Coordinated with auditors for preliminary and year-end auditing activities.
- Participated in special projects as needed, contributing valuable insights based on extensive auditing experience.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources, and workload demands.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
