Esta Akoy
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Analyst with cross-functional experience in IT audit, ESG governance, risk management and AML/KYC compliance across financial services, insurance, and technology consulting. Skilled in implementing IT General Controls (ITGCs), ESG reporting frameworks, sustainability compliance metrics and risk management controls to drive governance and operational efficiency. Proficient in Power BI, ERP systems and security/compliance tools to deliver actionable insights and ensure adherence to SOX, HIPAA, ISO 27001, COSO, COBIT, BSA/AML, and ESG standards. Adept at collaborating with business, security, and sustainability stakeholders to identify risks, improve processes, and align with corporate responsibility goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Advisor/Analyst
Confidential Insurance Services
05.2025 - Current
- Develops customized financial plans, including retirement strategies, insurance portfolio reviews, and asset allocation models for portfolios ranging from $50,000 to $2 million.
- Prepares quarterly performance and risk reports across 100+ insurance products, supporting underwriting, and compliance evaluations.
- Partner with underwriting, compliance, and ESG governance teams to resolve discrepancies, manage high-risk escalations, and align recommendations with sustainability and ethical investment standards.
Internal Audit & Financial Advisory Consultant
Protiviti
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Promoted best practices in data management and privacy by auditing information systems for security vulnerabilities.
- Performed IT and cybersecurity audits for Fortune 500 and private clients, assessing ITGCs, system access, SoD, and change management in SAP and Oracle ERP systems.
- Led AML/KYC due diligence and transaction monitoring investigations using LexisNexis, World-Check, and Actimize; drafted SARs and narratives under BSA, OFAC, and FINRA guidelines.
- Developed risk matrices, control testing scripts, and walkthrough documentation to support SOX 404, SOC 1/2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 compliance.
- Utilized data analysis tools (Excel, ACL, Power BI) to detect anomalies, identify risk trends, and enhance data governance frameworks in alignment with COSO and COBIT.
- Collaborated with client security teams to design remediation plans and strengthen ESG-aligned governance and reporting processes.
Student Program Coordinator
Thrive Center: Cultural Learning Communities
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Spearheaded academic support services and compliance tracking for 30–40 students per semester, applying data-driven ESG-aligned inclusion metrics to measure program impact.
- Designed data-informed interventions and development workshops aligned with institutional performance goals. Increased retention and graduation rates among first-generation students by 15%.
- Partnered with institutional and community stakeholders to optimize resources allocated for various programs and initiatives.
- Developed training materials and workshop templates for ethical leadership, data stewardship, and student engagement initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, MIS, Entrepreneurship
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2022
Skills
- Investment research and reporting
- Risk assessment & control design (COSO, COBIT)
- IT General Controls (ITGC) & Application Controls
- Regulatory compliance (SOC 1/2, FINRA, NAIC, KYC/AML)
- Fraud detection, transaction monitoring, SAR drafting
- Vulnerability assessments, remediation tracking, incident response
- Data visualization & KPI reporting
- ACL Analytics & Excel
- ERP Systems: SAP, Oracle (access controls, configurations)
- Compliance Tools: LexisNexis, World-Check, Actimize
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Licensed Life, Health and Annuities Producer - Active
Timeline
Financial Advisor/Analyst
Confidential Insurance Services
05.2025 - Current
Internal Audit & Financial Advisory Consultant
Protiviti
09.2022 - 11.2024
Student Program Coordinator
Thrive Center: Cultural Learning Communities
06.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, MIS, Entrepreneurship
University of Arizona
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