Zev Jordan Anthony Duncan

Role as an acting Group Internal Audit Manager:

• Managed two (2) Automotive IA engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines consistently without compromising quality.
• Coached other auditors in the department on working papers and for preparation of training sessions, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
• Developed strong relationships with management, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
• Reviewed working papers and IA reports prepared by internal auditors in the department.

Role as Group Internal Audit Senior:

• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings for Automotive, Beverage and Manufacturing sectors.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
• Evaluated critical business systems and processes, identifying areas of potential risk exposure and offering recommendations to mitigate those risks.
• Strengthened internal controls by evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies and recommending improvements where necessary.
• Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while performing multiple task.
• Led training sessions on Pentana Audit for Business Users.
• Stayed current on industry trends and standards changes, ensuring that all audit activities adhered to applicable guidelines at all times.
• Provided guidance to auditors within the department on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
• Leveraged knowledge gained from attending training sessions.
• Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing risk-based audit approaches.
• Prepared audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
• Prepared audit tracker/s and ensured quality responses were received from management for "Open not yet due" audit points.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust, enabling open communication during the audit process, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• As an audit associate, I took personal responsibility for completing audit task in an efficient & effective manner. I have successfully completed engagements from various industry sectors such as banking, manufacturing, distribution and insurance. These include Royal Bank of Canada, First Citizens Investments Services, Eastern Credit Union, IAL Engineering, Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission, Value Optical Limited and Sagicor Life Inc.
• Completed all audits and reviews in a timely manner, even when deadlines were very tight.
  
• Analyzed and tested controls.
  
• Exposure to senior level responsibilities such as coaching and reviewing audit work performed by co- workers.
  
• All potential issues on engagements are noted and discussed amongst team members, then with the client to resolve these issues.
  
• Compiled and presented audit findings and made recommendations to clients to improve internal controls
  
• Assisted in the preparation of management letter reports.
  
• Ensures compliance with IFRSs and IASs and keep updated with the introduction of new accounting standards.
  
• Ensured that critical self reviews were performed after completing audit workpapers to ensure that a high level of quality was maintained.
  
• Maintained professional skepticism throughout each phase of the audit regardless of the nature and complexity of the audit client.