Operational Audit Manager
Resume:
Chris L. Mowery
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Qualifications Summary:
Twenty plus years of experience in auditing with another nine years of experience in other levels of accounting.
Excellent financial analysis and evaluation skills.
Proven ability of identifying control problems and formulating solutions.
Effective supervisory review and training skills.
Professional Experience:
July 2020 – Present
Audit Manager, Citi, Irving TX
Serve as the Audit Manager for the audit remediation process within North America.
Reviewed and presented audit findings to senior management.
Trained senior auditors in effective auditing skills.
Reported to the Audit Director.
2019 – April 2020
Operational Audit Director, CBRE, Dallas TX
Responsible for all phases of the engagement process, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and status updates and overall project management.
Managed a staff of four Managers.
Prepared quarterly Audit Committee presentations.
Prepared and presented audit findings to senior and executive management.
Reported to the Senior Audit Director.
2017 - 2019
Operational Audit Manager, Eagle Materials, Inc., Dallas TX
Created and performed detailed work programs to assess operational and compliance safety audits.
Recommended procedural enhancements to verify compliance with applicable safety regulations and to improve efficiencies within operations.
Managed fifteen Managers based at the various manufacturing plants.
Responsible for all phases of the engagement process, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and status updates, work paper reviews, and overall project management.
Prepared quarterly Audit Committee presentations.
Facilitated workshops with line management regarding risk identification and control.
Prepared and presented audit findings to senior and executive management.
Reported to the Chief Executive Officer.
2008 - 2017
Senior Internal Audit Manager, Eagle Materials, Inc., Dallas TX
Created and performed detailed work programs to assess internal controls on Sarbanes-Oxley, I.T. and financial audits.
Managed two Senior Auditors and multiple Staff Auditors.
Responsible for all phases of the engagement process, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and status updates, work paper reviews, and overall project management.
Prepared risk and fraud assessments with management to appropriately understand the risks associated with the business.
Prepared quarterly Audit Committee presentations.
Prepared and presented audit findings to senior and executive management.
Reported to the Chief Audit Executive.
2006 - 2008
Internal Audit Manager, Lehigh Hanson North America, Irving TX
Served as the Audit Manager for financial reporting and operational audits within North America.
Assisted external auditors with the annual Sarbanes-Oxley audits.
Managed four Senior Auditors and eight Staff Auditors.
Led in the transition of audit work from paper to paperless workpapers and the implementation of standard internal auditing procedures.
Reviewed and presented audit findings to senior management.
Trained senior and staff auditors in effective auditing skills.
Reported to the Chief Audit Executive.
2004 - 2006
Senior Internal Auditor, Dean Foods Company, Dallas TX
Participated in all phases of the internal audit process.
Served as lead auditor for financial reporting, operational and Sarbanes-Oxley audits and remediation of control deficiencies.
Managed two Staff Auditors on most engagements.
Prepared and presented audit findings to management.
Participated in several investigations of financial fraud committed against Dean Foods.
Trained new staff members in efficient auditing skills and effective communication with clients.
Reported to the Audit Manager.
2000 - 2004
Senior Auditor, Lane Gorman Trubitt, L.L.P., Dallas TX
Participated in all phases of the audit process for numerous clients in various industries.
Prepared and presented various types of financial statements and management letter comments.
Led process improvement projects for the audit department, which included the transition of several clients from paper to paperless workpapers and the training of staff and seniors.
Served as senior auditor with two to three assistant auditors.
Education:
Bachelor of Business Arts (Accounting), The University of Texas at Arlington, 2000
Certifications:
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Software Skills:
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio Drawing and Word)
Hyperion Enterprise
SAP
Volunteer Activities:
2012-2013
Vice President and Secretary - Dallas Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors
2013-2014
Vice President of Academic Relations - Dallas Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors
2014-2015
Vice President of Programs - Dallas Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors
2015 - 2016
President - Dallas Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors
2016 - Present
Board of Governor - Dallas Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors
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