Benjamin Azakudo

Email:ad0fm7@r.postjobfree.com; Phone: 213-***-****

PERSONAL PROFILE

Benjamin is an IT auditor with years of Information Technology experience. A detailed technology enthusiast and career top performer with a technical, program and service management background. A fast learner who always desire to update his knowledge and skills with the latest trends in technology. Benjamin has in-depth knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), SOC, IGTC, ITAC, IT risk management, Cloud, Data Security, Network Security and holds a Bachelor’s Degree and recently passed the CISA exam; with the ability to break down technical tasks and communicate same to non-technical people. I can work independently and as a team with eye for details with ability to navigate through demanding environment and meet milestone deadlines while multitasking and also a procurement professional and an insurance adjuster.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IT Auditor

Kreativ Management INC 2021 – till date

Identifies meaningful issues in which controls are not accurately designed or are not operating optimally. Assesses the risk and control environment for processes within coverage areas.

Work closely with auditees to verify timely progress and completion of agreed upon issue closure, under the mentorship of a supervisor.

Assists Audit Manager with the execution of audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting.

Completes risk-focused fieldwork on time and within the allocated budget, advising the Audit Manager promptly of issues that arise or when budgets or timelines are at risk.

Performs root cause analysis for issues. Possesses and demonstrates a strong understanding of audit techniques.

Demonstrates a proven understanding of our policies, procedures, and documentation standards. Independently prepares work papers that fully comply with IAD policies and procedures.

Participates in continuous improvement initiatives. Aligns risk and control processes into day-to-day responsibilities to supervise and mitigate risk; escalates appropriately.

Document risks and mitigating controls through risk control matrices including evaluating control design and adequacy to ensure key risks are properly controlled and monitored.

Reviewing disaster recovery plans (DRP)

Ensure that Policies are documented and updated as required and conform to regulatory requirement

Perform and documents SOX walkthroughs and testing in accordance with the Company's framework

Performs testing of internal controls in accordance with annual SOX audit plan

Reviewing and testing for segregation of duties(SOD) and accessing control in application

IT Auditor 2018 - 2020

SMS InfoComm Corporation,Grapevine, TX

Perform regular audit testing and provide recommendations.

Monitored compliance risk controls to identify deviations and offer recommendations

collaborate with process owners/managers to ensure proper documentation of all significant processes

Coordinate computer technology training with all new staff.

Participate in the change management process.

Review, evaluate, and test application controls.

The Best Claims (Statefarm) 2017 – 2018

Working new claims from start to finish

Working new calendars, scheduling appraisals and new mail

Establishing liability and finalizing fact of loss

Getting claims ready for subrogation

Paying claims and performing recovery tasks

Investigating claims and ensuring due diligence

Complying with state jurisdictions on claims and following laid down procedures

Reviewing police reports and attorney letters and updating info on claims and detecting fraud

Compliance Analyst 2015 - 2017

Fidelity Bank Ghana

Reviewed and analyzed transactional data for potential suspicious activity, including those generated from an alert detection processes, subpoenas and warrants, country/corridor reviews, foreign and domestic agent matters, consumer network cases, negative media reports, as well as other sources as applicable.

Liaised with other FIU unites, Advisory, Business Compliance teams and Law enforcement.

Recommended relationship retention or termination and track account closures as required.

Worked effectively with multiple complex data sources and/or technical analytical tools/resources to identify potentially unusual or suspicious activity as defined by AML/BSA regulations, and industry best practices for AML/BSA analysis.

Thoroughly and timely reviewed reports and other investigative leads that potentially identify suspicious activity.

Wrote and filed Suspicious Activity Reports and apply appropriate risk mitigation measures, while ensuring appropriate documentation of all research and analysis is conducted in accordance with applicable recordkeeping guidelines.

Procurement Manager 2013 - 2015

Queiroz Galvão Construturo SA

Managed general services for the $5million Nima drains project in Accra, Ghana,

Supervised staff and the procurement of machinery, materials and needed supplies.

Conducted internal monitoring and evaluation on the project

Responsible for the quality assurance of the Nima drains project in Accra, Ghana.

Responsible for parts of the widely publicized auction by Queiroz Galvao in Kasoa.

Ensuring due diligence in award of contract as stipulated in the procurement act

Liability Determination Adjuster 2008 – 2012

Enterprise Insurance Accra- Ghana

Determining whether the insured’s policy covers the claimed loss

Working Calendar to prevent backlogs

Running Quality first contact with named insured and claimants

Contacting claimant’s employers or doctors for additional information if the claim is questionable

Assisting lead in deciding an appropriate amount the company should pay out

Conferring with legal counsel when needed

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Department Of Insurance (US)

Adjuster All lines 2787709

Chartered Institute Of Procurement and Supply (UK)

Professional Diploma in Charted Procurement and Supply Chain Mgt 2017

Institute of Supply Management (US)

Strategic supply Chain Management

Accra Technical University

Associate Degree in Purchasing and Supply 2011- 2014

University Of Professional Studies

Degree in Information Systems 2008- 2011

Udemy

Anti-Money Laundering Certificate 2022

CISA Certified

CRISC certification on going with ISACA Ongoing

Reference

Kreative Management INC

Kevin Smith (Supervisor) ad0fm7@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, IOS operating systems, hardware and software repairs and maintenance.

Familiar with SharePoint Acrobat Reader, Erwin, GitHub, Notepad++, IBM Infosphere, Oracle Database, Linux, Unix, PL/SQL, Service Now

Good customer relations due to experience with working as an insurance adjuster and procurement manager

Proficient in supply chain management, kaizen, procurement, negotiation, ensuring due diligence and risk management

Information Assets Protection, IS and IT Auditing, IT Governance, IT Management, IT Systems Development, IT Systems Maintenance, IT Systems Operations, IT Systems Support, SOX Act

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