To seek and maintain full-time position at a results driven organization, that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor / Risk Manager
Royalton Resorts Saint Lucia
St Lucia
03.2023 - Current
Assisting Finance Team to restructure, Income Team Training, Establishing SOP in areas of inefficiency, Providing Training to All areas in correspondence with Finance Team
Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by sharing best practices and offering constructive feedback on existing processes.
Maintained detailed records of completed audits for reference purposes, ensuring easy access to historical information when needed.
Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
Managed cross-functional teams in conducting complex audits across various departments, ensuring accurate results and recommendations.
Improved team performance by providing ongoing training, guidance, and mentorship to junior auditors.
Developed comprehensive audit plans to address identified risks, ensuring timely and effective execution.
Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented internal controls by regularly reviewing policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ensured adherence to professional standards in all aspects of the audit process, upholding the integrity of audit work performed.
Conducted regular follow-up reviews to ensure that previously identified concerns were addressed appropriately in a timely manner.
Performed root cause analyses on identified issues, providing actionable recommendations for long-term improvements in business practices.
Internal Audit Manager/ Task Force
Royalton Resorts Antigua
Antigua
04.2024 - 05.2024
Assisting in AR Functions,
Training of New AR Team,
Training of Income Team and providing assistance.
Internal Auditor / Risk Manager
Royalton Resorts Grenada
Grenada
02.2024 - 03.2024
Ensure areas are following the SOPs governing the department,
Assess risks within the finance department
Training with Income Team
providing solutions to eliminate and minimize these risks,
Working closely with Financial Controller to correct issues within department
Head Income (Income Audit Manager 2021-2023)
BDSL –Royalton Saint Lucia Resort & Spa
01.2017 - 01.2023
Responsible for Income team, Providing of Income reports daily, weekly, and monthly, Responsible for all AR functions, Overseeing the General Cashier, Income Audits and presentation of Monthly reports
Junior Accountant
BDSL –Royalton Saint Lucia Resort & Spa
07.2017 - 05.2021
Monthly Payroll for Management Salaries (local and Foreign) – all relating matters to Salaries
Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
Prepared journal entries and entered into system using Software.
Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
Assisted in payroll administration by reviewing timesheets, calculating employee paychecks, and processing deductions for taxes or benefits.
Provided support during audits by gathering requested documentation and answering questions from auditors.
Supported inventory control measures by performing periodic physical counts and reconciling discrepancies with system data.
Utilized tax software to prepare and file tax returns.