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DIRECTOR - CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE
Accomplishments
  • Developed risk-based reviews around two divestures of parent companies into newly-formed entities as well as a merger between two fortune 500 energy companies.
  • Provided SOX readiness implementation guidance for two companies seeking Initial Public Offerings.
  • Reviewed two financial systems transitions and conducted lifecycle testing (Hyperion to BPC).
  • Liaised with external auditors on reviewing fresh start accounting related to post-Chapter 11 bankruptcy emergence.
  • Overhauled current Paragon SOX testing procedures resulting in annual cost savings of $235,000.
Professional Summary
Adaptable and motivated Director of Internal Audit talented at establishing clear audit guidelines and defining the scope of each audit from the start. Fosters open communication with colleagues and clients. Focused on continuous learning and development to achieve the company's goals.
Skills
  • Skilled with analysis related to ACL, IDEA, SAP, BPC.
  • Experience with SEC filings
  • Accomplished in project management
  • Superior research aptitude
  • Exceptional communicator
  • Fraud detection and prevention
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Internal and external auditing
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
  • Creative thinker
Education
MBA: Finance and Internal Audit, Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge, LA
  • LSU CIA Distinguished Speaker Award 2012
  • Coursework in Internal Audit, Economics, Finance, Accounting and Business Law
  • Target New Business Initiative Competition Winner
  • ACG Cup Investment Banking Competition runner-up
  • Certified Internal Auditor program
Bachelor of Arts: Communications, Mississippi State University -
  • President's Academic Achievement Award
  • Coursework in Media and Corporate Communications, Journalism and Accounting
  • 4.0 GPA
Work History
Director - Chief Audit Executive, 02/2016 to Current
 Paragon Offshore – Houston, TX
  • Manage the overall Internal Audit function, including development of the audit plan, management of project execution, coordination with key stakeholders, and quarterly reporting to Executive Management and the Audit Committee.
  • Reduced the Internal Audit budget by 52% each year through careful management of resources and analysis of testing timelines.
  • Remediated inherited material weakness and significant SOX deficiency in one year after careful planning and mentoring of the Accounting Department.
  • Supervised and coordinated projects for external auditors and examiner evaluations as well as managed third-party resources to ensure adequate resources for the annual audit plan.
  • Communicated audit results to upper management through written reports and oral presentations which included comprehensive recommendations for addressing identified issues.
  • Conducted annual risk and fraud assessment and tailored responses to the company's annual audit plan.
Interim Audit Director, 03/2015 to 02/2016
 BDO USA, LLP Paragon Offshore – Houston, TX
  • Paragon Offshore (Serviced Client Managed multiple engagements and provided risk consulting and issues resolution in the areas of SOX, Internal Audit, business process improvements, information technology and fraud.
  • Planned and performed financial, operational and information systems audits and train associate auditors as needed.
  • Performed SOX readiness analysis on current controls for three companies seeking an IPO.
  • Outperformed 2015 targeted revenue generation by 15%.
  • Identified cost savings totaling $323,000 for various clients through contract and collections review.
  • Gathered data for internal audits through interviews, financial research and downloads.
Internal Audit Project Manager, 06/2011 to 03/2015
 NRG Energy – Houston, TX
  • Responsible for analyzing asset-based debt restructuring and other merger-related cost synergies for a total EBITDA impact of $200M and a $300M FCF impact.
  • Performed six compliance investigations spanning retail, new business, procurement, and generation departments.
  • Serve as the Internal Audit department lead on audit data analysis (Excel, ACL, IDEA).
  • Constructed a unique audit plan covering the merger between NRG and GenOn with a focus on cost synergies and G&A savings.
  • Identified potential cost saving measures totaling over $1M from various projects.
Business Analyst, 08/2010 to 05/2012
 LSU Alumni and External Relations – Baton Rouge, LA
  • Administered all website updates and drafted original press releases to promote conferences while serving as a public relations liaison.
  • Integrated a new media campaign that increased membership and donation levels by 5% from the prior year.
  • Increased monthly website traffic 7% by emphasizing current information and providing engaging multimedia presentations and advertisements.
PRODUCER/AFFILIATE COORDINATOR, 05/2007 to 08/2010
 Citadel Broadcasting Company – Nashville, TN
  • Researched and created financial projections related to adding affiliate stations to the network.
  • Performed daily interviews with local personalities for web content.
  • Facilitated the growth of WGFX Nashville into the second-largest market share among sports stations in the U.S. with strategic marketing initiatives.
  • Coached and developed 10 interns annually.
  • Performed due diligence concerning media ad revenue strategies and legal regulations governing the broadcasting industry.  
Additional Information

Institute of Internal Auditors Member * LSU Houston Alumni Association Director * Eagle Scout * LSU Flores MBA Program Distinguished Speaker and Presenter * Phi Kappa Phi, Lambda Pi Eta Honor Societies *

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Paragon Offshore
  • BDO USA, LLP Paragon Offshore
  • NRG Energy
  • LSU Alumni and External Relations
  • Citadel Broadcasting Company

School Attended

  • Louisiana State University
  • Mississippi State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Director - Chief Audit Executive
  • Interim Audit Director
  • Internal Audit Project Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • PRODUCER/AFFILIATE COORDINATOR

Degrees

  • MBA : Finance and Internal Audit ,
    Bachelor of Arts : Communications ,

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