Bianca Bartshe

• Responsible for the Internal Audit Department, reporting to the Audit Committee
• Strategize and manage the planning, execution, and reporting of operational and compliance audits across various business units and functions
• Lead the evaluation and successful development of a legacy Risk Management program
• Collaborate with business functions to identify process improvements, cost reductions, and advise to assist in the success of the company strategic plan
• Procure and manage external audit teams and support their audit and review procedures
• Enhance audit efficiency by implementing data analytic audit strategies and streamlining processes
• Participate in industry conferences and professional development opportunities to stay current with emerging trends and best practices within the field of internal auditing
• Coach and mentor team for professional development

• Established the international Internal Audit function by developing department strategy, policies, and procedures

• Implemented new audit management software

• Developed and executed an extensive risk assessment process adjusting the audit plan based on the prioritization of risks

• Responsibility of the management of the entire function and the professional development of the international audit team, from different culture and time zones

• Wrote audit reports and presented audit projects results to the Audit Committee and executive management

• Managed audit projects of many different types (operational, financial, IT and compliance), consulting engagements, and fraud investigations by ensuring the appropriate scope and the accuracy of the results

• Developed, tracked, and monitored the remediation of deficiencies through mitigation plans

• Established and maintain a trusted partnership and collaboration with internal functional leaders to streamlining processes and develop a best in class operating model

• Managed risk-based operational audits at field and corporate locations based on control risks, inefficiencies in operations, and fraud exposure

• Gathered, analyzed, and evaluated data to determine control and risks and operational inefficiencies

• Communicated results clear, concise, and accurately in reports by completing reviews of teams audit testing work

• Established a company Fraud Response Plan including reporting and tracking of fraud incidents, Using the necessary skills to detect, deter, and report fraud

• Developed and performed a monthly automated fraud and compliance review of Purchase Card expenses

• Interim Audit Project Manager on reviews of varying telecom processes and procedures including but not limited to Customer Authentication, Commissions (Prepaid), TIDAL Contract Review, and Product Logistics

• Managed risk-based operational reviews and special projects to identify potential fraud and internal controls based improvements while maximizing profitability, cost savings, and cost avoidance opportunities

• Developed and coaching of audit team

• Communicated audit objectives, approach, and results to all levels of management including executive management

• Project managed risk assessments, testing, and tracking of action plans