Oscar J. Brown, CIA

**** *** ******

Stockton, Ca 95209

Phone: 209-***-****

Email: abnl09@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

I have over fifteen year of experience in accounting, integrated auditing, financial auditing, data analysis and information system (IS) reviews in a

variety of platforms over a diverse range of industries. I am proficient in the use of ACL having utilized the computer assisted audit tool for fraud

investigations leading to a conviction, continuous monitoring for several clients and data manipulation, extraction and analysis.

My strong analytical and interpersonal skills would be a valuable asset to any company. I am a team player however when required to do so, work

well independently, even when under pressure of meeting deadlines. I would like to work for a company that will utilize my skill and provide me

with an environment that will continuously enhance my accounting, auditing and technical skills.

Professional Experience

4/04 to 8/09

CATHOLIC HEALTHCARE AUDIT NETWORK (CHAN)

CHW Internal Audit Department

Internal Audit Manager

• Planned, coordinated and executed integrated audits (Information Technology, Operational, Financial and Compliance)

• Utilized ACL (Computer Assisted Audit Tool - CAAT) in planning, testing and continuous monitoring.

• Prepared the Annual Audit Plan utilizing CHAN’s Opportunity and Risk Assessment Methodology (ORAM) in collaboration with

executive management.

• Prepared audit reports and presented findings and recommendations to executive management.

• Performed follow-up reviews.

• Assisted management with external audits to achieve cost savings.

• Investigated misappropriation of funds (embezzlement) and testified as expert witness during criminal prosecution.

• Performed special projects as requested by CHW management.

7/01 to 4/04

HEALTH NET, INC `

Audit and Advisory Services Department

Internal Auditor II

• Planned, coordinated and conducted operational audits to confirm compliance with applicable legal and statutory requirements

• Performed IT audits related to user access, application controls and network security.

• Ensured proper regulatory compliance and accurate documentation of internal controls to comply with Sarbanes-Oxley Act

• Performed operational assessments of procedures ensuring cost-effective efficiencies are realized.

• Reviewed work papers completed by the audit staff and recommended new audit techniques and procedures.

• Performed special projects and data analyses; proficient in the use of ACL.

2/00 to 5/01

UNION SAFE DEPOSIT BANK

Internal Audit Department

Internal Audit Project Supervisor

• Planned, supervised, and conducted audits and examinations of bank records, policies and practices to ensure compliance with applicable

laws and regulations.

• Conducted I.T. audits as an integrated part of the financial and operational audits.

• Prepared audit reports including recommendations for process improvements.

9/98 to 9/99

WESTAFF

Finance Department

Senior Accountant-Mergers & Acquisitions

• Responsible for financial due diligence including analytical review of operating reports, balance sheets and projections. Prepared written

policies on evaluating, booking and tracking mergers and acquisitions.

• Assisted in the preparation of Board of Directors’ packages.

• Booked and tracked acquisition intangibles. Prepared and evaluated the Company owned and any affiliate’s monthly financial results.

• Assisted in all internal and external financial reporting including SEC filings (10Q and 10K)

12/97 to 9/98

VIVRA SPECIALTY PARTNERS, INC

Finance Department

Senior Accountant

• Maintained accounting for twenty-six cost centers providing financial reports and analyses for all Vivra Heart Services (VHS).

• Responsible for auditing VHS financial information and automated the Vivra Specialty Partners, Inc reporting system.

• Assisted in the preparation of Board of Directors’ Packages.

3/97 to 12/97

ANERGEN

Accounting Department

Senior Accountant

• Supervised and audited the accounts payable department.

• Maintained the general ledger, payroll, fixed assets and option accounting operations.

• Responsible for preparation of the financial statements, SEC filings and assisting the controller in the budgeting process.

• Implemented a new accounting and payroll system.

9/94 to 9/96

COOPERS AND LYBRAND

Business Assurance (Audit) Department

Business Assurance Associate (Auditor)

• Planned, supervised and completed financial audits and reviews of varying size and complexity.

• Supervised, coached, motivated and evaluated the professional staff.

• Assessed and documented client’s internal control process and procedures, providing suggestions to management to improve the

effectiveness of procedures.

• Researched and analyzed technical accounting issues to determine proper treatment.

• Drafted and reviewed consolidating financial statements. Ensured proper filings required by regulatory agencies.

Education and Certification

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certificate Serial No. 87436

• Certified Bank Auditor (CBA) – currently inactive Certificate Serial No. 5798

• California State University, Hayward B.S. Business Administration, Accounting

Skills

• Windows (98, 2000, XP)

• Expert with ACL (Data Extraction, Manipulation and Analysis)

• Various Audit Software

• Outlook

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