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Jemaica Ceniza

New York

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. With over 6 years of work experience in both internal and external audit focusing on IT risk assessment, I believe I could be a good asset to your company.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
08.2023 - Current
  • Supervises and mentors a team, providing guidance and fostering professional growth
  • Leads a team and manages multiple projects/engagements in a fast-paced environment
  • Designs planning and scoping (accounts, systems, etc.)
  • Develops test plans, review of staff work papers and deliverables
  • Maintains professional relationships with various stakeholders
  • Manages complex projects with multiple responsibilities simultaneously
  • Cross-trains existing employees to maximize team agility and performance

Experienced Senior, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Headed the planning phase of the audit (prepared IT Budget, IT scoping, key IPEs and key Application Automated Controls)
  • Effectively managed engagements along with ensuring deliverables met work plan specifications and deadlines
  • Supervised IS Assurance Associates and Seniors
  • Spearheaded the review of internal controls based on Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
  • Performed extensive review of SOC1 Type2 reports
  • Actively led walkthrough of client controls
  • Supervised the engagement team and main liaison between the Assurance Team and the Client


Senior, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Headed interviews with client personnel to gather data, including taking clear and comprehensive notes to ensure critical information was captured
  • Performed IT risk assessments and scoping activities
  • Delivered effective information requests and processes documents as they are received
  • Managed and led multiple engagements simultaneously with limited support
  • Corresponded audit findings and their impacts with appropriate levels, both within the engagement team and members of client management
  • Supervised priorities according to deadlines and project criticality
  • Mentored other members of the engagement team

Analyst, Global Financial Control

Northern Trust Corporation
01.2020 - 11.2021
  • Conducted internal control testing covering IT General Controls and Business Process Controls of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act program for Northern Trust Corporation and Service Organization Controls (SOC) reports for Northern Trust business areas across different regions
  • Executed Global Information Technology control assurance work to ensure seamless execution of risk and controls assessment including review of the work performed by third party contractors
  • Performed control testing and risk assessment for various technology areas, including critical financial transaction systems and its supporting infrastructure
  • Supported Control Officers to manage executive reporting, issue tracking and resolution, measurement of risk appetite
  • Reviewed and assessed the effectiveness of financial controls and compliance with regulatory standards
  • Coordinated audit activities and performed remediation of controls where deficiencies were identified
  • Maintained professional relationships with key stakeholders, including external auditors


Senior Associate, Risk Advisory

Naverro, AMper & Co./ Deloitte Philippines
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Conducted walkthrough and testing of IT General Controls, Business Process Controls, Application Automated Controls, IPE and Spreadsheet Testing
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for multiple clients simultaneously
  • Provided analysis and recommendations to enhance risk management strategies
  • Led meetings with key client personnel, review evidence and supports the core audit team
  • Presented audit results to management teams
  • Trained new associates onboarded

Associate, Risk Advisory

Navarro, Amper & Co. - Deloitte Philippines
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Conducted attestation testing on IT General Controls, spreadsheet, IPE Testing and other ICFR related controls
  • Evaluated the design and implementation and tested operating effectiveness of automated business cycle controls
  • Executed SOX Audit on IT General Controls and Business Process for the identified in-scope controls for different clients in various industries
  • Assessed and documented control findings and recommendations for clients and financial audit teams
  • Evaluated Business Strategy Refresh and Realignment which includes strategy alignment, organizational re-design and business process assessment
  • Performed Information Security Management System in preparation of client's ISO certification.
  • Performed analysis on the client's current state, identified gaps and formulated recommendations for items for improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of San Jose- Recoletos
Cebu City, Philippines
10.2016

Skills

    ● IT Risk Compliance

    ● ITGC Audit and Business Process Controls

    ● Proficient in audit methodologies with knowledge of relevant standards and frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001
    ● Project Management

    ● Strong oral and written communication skills

    ● Professional Skepticism

    ● Can work independently or with a team
    ● Budget Development and Control
    ● Resource Allocation
    ● Risk Assessment
    ● Compliance Assessment
    ● Audit Planning
    ● Staff Development
    ● Systems Analysis

    ● Accounting

Certifications

  • Certified Information Systems Auditor - May 2019
  • Certified Public Accountant (Philippines) - May 2017

Timeline

Manager, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
08.2023 - Current

Experienced Senior, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
08.2022 - 07.2023

Senior, Information Systems Assurance

BDO USA
11.2021 - 07.2022

Analyst, Global Financial Control

Northern Trust Corporation
01.2020 - 11.2021

Senior Associate, Risk Advisory

Naverro, AMper & Co./ Deloitte Philippines
07.2019 - 01.2020

Associate, Risk Advisory

Navarro, Amper & Co. - Deloitte Philippines
07.2017 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of San Jose- Recoletos
Jemaica Ceniza