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Edward Blaise

Orlando,Florida

Summary

Accomplished Senior Auditor with expertise in internal controls and risk management. Proven track record in enhancing compliance and process improvement, effectively communicating with stakeholders. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, leading successful audits and implementing robust controls to mitigate risks. Recognized for driving significant improvements in audit processes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Consultant

Deloitte
Orlando, Florida
12.2021 - 06.2025
  • Interviewed key management and process owners to understand key business processes and controls.
  • Perform the Test of Details (ToD) and the Test of Operating Effectiveness (ToE).
  • Analyze business processes, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) to determine compliance with policies and procedures
  • Conducted walkthroughs of business processes to identify key control traits, and test key control traits
  • Prepared narrative for each process and identify key controls
  • Reviewed documentation with process owners, and make recommendations for process improvement.

Senior Internal Auditor

AssuredPartners
Orlando, Florida
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Managed all phases of the audit process for various insurance branches: planning, control testing, substantive testing, financial analysis, and preparation of deliverables; Present project status, Open Item status and improvement suggestion to management
  • Adhered to SOX compliance through the completion of site audits – including the implementation of new controls, identification of control gaps, and completion of detailed level documentation surrounding related risks
  • Traveled to various branches to audit cash, revenue recognition, leases and general accounting records in accordance with GAAP and recent accounting standards ASC 606 and ASC 842
  • Communicated audit findings with senior management, and partners with business and risk stakeholders to drive a strong control environment message.

Senior Auditor

Wyndham Destination
Orlando, Florida
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Planned, set-up and executed detailed internal control testing in support of the SOX compliance program
  • Planned, managed and executed walkthroughs and mapped the existing processes identifying any gaps
  • Assessed effectiveness of application controls and key reports relating to business processes.
  • Assessed business environment, existing financial controls and risk challenges, and risk management approaches and recommend appropriate risk approaches
  • Prepared and/or supervised the preparation of high-quality work papers to ensure consistency between test objectives, evidence obtained and test results, ensuring they are well-documented in accordance with department standards
  • Prepared and/or supervise the preparation of draft reports and ensure that documentation clearly supports the conclusions regarding each audit objective
  • Supervised audit team and keep SOX Supervisors apprised of testing status and escalate exceptions / key issues
  • Partnered with management in updating current process documentation over internal controls, and to ensure effective controls are in place to address key business and financial reporting risks
  • Used problem solving and critical thinking skills to identify internal control deficiencies, evaluate risk implications, and draw the appropriate conclusions
  • Monitored remediation actions, timelines, and progress and follow-up on the implementation of recommendations as a result of SOX compliance audits, review and validate remediation plans
  • Maintained an effective and efficient planning, execution and coordination of work between testing team and process owners across the organization and maintain a working relationship with external auditors
  • Evaluated the reliability and integrity of information and the efficient and effective use of resources
  • Assisted with the design and execution of risk-based assurance and advisory projects with the objective of identifying gaps and areas of improvement while evaluating potential business impact
  • Developed and identify control environment improvements, opportunities, or alternatives to add value to the corporation

Senior Accountant

Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
Gainesville, Florida
11.2017 - 12.2018
  • Prepared monthly journal entries, analyses and account reconciliations as required to accurately close the monthly fiscal period as a Senior Accountant
  • Prepared detailed monthly actual to budget variance reports to support Shared Service Center management in the review of monthly operating performance and allocation as a Manager
  • Compiled monthly statistics and key indicators as a Manager
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation for all Balance Sheet accounts with particular emphasis on cash, including documentation to support all balances as a Senior Accountant
  • Accurately stated reconciling items and investigate proper accounting transactions to clear them off the account as a Senior Accountant
  • Ensured that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved as a Manager
  • Responded to requests for information from Corporate, Internal Audit, Hospital management and other internal management as a Senior Accountant
  • Ensured that privileged and/or proprietary information is adequately safeguarded against disclosure as a Manager

Experienced Audit Associate

PricewaterHouseCoopers (PwC)
Jacksonville, Florida
08.2013 - 11.2017
  • Demonstrated and applied foundational knowledge of the technical accounting and financial reporting standards under the GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB
  • Applied applicable auditing standards when performing auditing work, taking proactive steps to be familiar with the firm's audit methodology and guidance
  • Elevated potential issues on a timely basis after gathering key facts
  • Leveraged team members and appropriate technical resources to assist in resolutions
  • Was responsible for the quality of work and performing critical self-reviews
  • Demonstrated professional skepticism, independence, and objectivity
  • Reported in a timely manner to Managers and Partners

Education

Masters - Accounting

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelors - Economics

University of Florida

Skills

  • Internal controls
  • Risk management
  • Audit planning
  • Financial reporting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Process improvement
  • Data analysis
  • Control testing
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

Certification

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified Sarbanes Oxley Expert (CSOE)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (In Process)
  • Certified Public Accountant (In Process)

Timeline

Senior Consultant

Deloitte
12.2021 - 06.2025

Senior Internal Auditor

AssuredPartners
06.2020 - 12.2021

Senior Auditor

Wyndham Destination
12.2018 - 03.2020

Senior Accountant

Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
11.2017 - 12.2018

Experienced Audit Associate

PricewaterHouseCoopers (PwC)
08.2013 - 11.2017

Masters - Accounting

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelors - Economics

University of Florida

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