Isaac Gordon
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Executive Profile
A strategic and creative Internal Audit Executive who drives the audit function to new levels of success, increasing its visibility and value to an organization. Has the skills required to integrate accounting and operations knowledge into the audit process. Possess a strong business acumen in the manufacturing, service, and retail industries. Skill Highlights
Internal Audit Transformation Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
Enterprise Risk Management Change Management
Strategic Planning Business Data Analytics
Staff Recruitment and Development Information System Audits Core Accomplishments
Internal Audit Transformation
Implemented two-phased risk based audit team approach to successfully transition away from a traditional internal audit department.
Risk Assessment
Developed an enterprise wide risk assessment model to evaluate management concerns and incorporate a thorough understanding of the Company’s business, core strategies; and risk appetite.
Designed risk based audits to validate the operation of internal controls for higher rated enterprise risk assessment processes.
Created five-year strategic audit plan, which successfully transitioned the internal audit department from a finance focused audit function into an operational, technology, and strategic focused function.
Designed and implemented SOX processes for Fortune 500 Companies. Senior Internal Audit Manager (5 Years)
Fortune 500 Company
Managed a staff of 50, and reported to the Vice President of Government Affairs and Internal Audit. Responsible for planning, directing and administering the internal audit function using a risk-based audit approach.
Partnered with all levels of management to ensure audits were conducted in a cooperative, timely and efficient manner with value-added reporting and cost-effective internal control recommendations.
Coordinated the internal audit effort with independent public accounts, government auditing agencies, and other third party service providers
Developed training programs for interns, newly hired staff and existing staff. Ensured a flexible framework was in place to allow for professional growth and timely completion of assigned audits. Manger Business Operations and Project Auditor (20+ Years) Fortune 500 Companies
Planned and executed complex operational audits and reported findings to the audit committee and senior management.
Provided leadership and business management expertise into: finance, program accounting, business planning, cost reduction programs, risk management, and supply chain management processes. Education & Certifications
University of California Los Angeles, BA –
Organizational Studies
Certified Public Accountant
National University – Masters Business
Administration
Certified Fraud Examiner
Top Secret Government Clearance