Jonathan Corona, CIA
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced internal auditor with understanding of audit procedures and frameworks i.e. COSO Internal Control Framework, IIA Standards, GAAP, SOX 404 and related SEC matters. Driven to optimize processes and streamline operations for team efficiency. Decisive leader with an analytical and flexible approach to solving problems. Decisive leaser with analytical and flexible approach to solving problems. Familiar with managing schedules, directing teams and overseeing multiple processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Associate
Whitley Penn
05.2021 - Current
- Lead SOX 404, internal audit, SOC 1, and SOC 2 engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing the engagement while maintaining client deadline expectations, monitoring actual performance against budget; and continually communicating engagement status to engagement manager.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients and proactively work with clients' management to gather necessary engagement information, identify issues and make recommendations for business improvements and identify potential additional business opportunities.
- Supervise, train and mentor Risk Advisory Services Associates and Interns, including detailed review of work papers and evaluate performances on client engagements.
Sr. Associate - Corporate Audit
Whitley Penn
07.2017 - 05.2021
- Lead financial audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Build relationships with clients by developing an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives; learn to apply this knowledge to enhance engagements, identify issues, and make recommendations for improvements.
- Manage client deadline expectations, monitor actual performance against budget, and continually communicate engagement status to Managers.
- Supervise, teach, and develop associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of staff prepared work papers, and evaluating performance on engagements.
Associate - Corporate Audit
Whitley Penn
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Performed external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls.
- Identified, measured, and analyzed data.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2015
Skills
- Strong knowledge of risks, internal controls, business processes, auditing principles, and information technology
- Strong understanding of the COSO Internal Control Framework, IIA Standards, GAAP, SOX 404 and related SEC matters
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Certification
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - November 2023
Timeline
Sr. Associate
Whitley Penn
05.2021 - Current
Sr. Associate - Corporate Audit
Whitley Penn
07.2017 - 05.2021
Associate - Corporate Audit
Whitley Penn
08.2015 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Accounting
Texas Tech University
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