Maria Pompelia

Jacksonville

Summary

Auditor and investigator with experience conducting risk-based audits, fraud investigations, compliance reviews, and financial analysis for a government Office of Inspector General. Skilled in identifying operational risks, evaluating internal controls, interviewing subjects and witnesses, and producing executive-level reports with actionable recommendations. Experienced collaborating across audit and investigative functions to improve organizational accountability and reduce fraud risk.

Overview

Certification

years of professional experience

Work History

Investigator / Auditor

Office of Inspector General

Jacksonville, FL

07.2023 - Current

Led 10 major engagements, producing 9 audit reports, 1 investigative report, and 2 investigative memorandums for executive leadership.
Conduct risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits to evaluate internal controls and identify fraud, waste, abuse, and process improvement opportunities.
Analyze financial, operational, and transactional data to identify irregularities, duplicate payments, control deficiencies, and indicators of fraud.
Perform audit planning, fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Develop executive-level audit reports with actionable recommendations that strengthen governance, mitigate risk, and improve organizational performance.
Monitor implementation of audit recommendations through formal follow-up reviews.
Conduct investigative interviews with subjects and witnesses and perform administrative and fraud investigations.
Document all investigative activity in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Collaborate with senior management to implement control enhancements.
Review contracts, policies, and business processes for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Coordinate legal document service, including grand jury subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum.
Mentor and train new audit staff on audit methodology, documentation standards, and office procedures.

Research Assistant

Clay County Police Department

St. Augustine, FL

01.2023 - 05.2023

Conducted comparative research on law enforcement policies and standard operating procedures across agencies nationwide.
Produced analytical reports evaluating policing practices and operational procedures.
Supported implementation of body-worn camera policies by researching best practices and officer training programs.
Assisted with policy analysis and law enforcement administrative research.

Education

Master of Arts - Counterterrorism & Homeland Security

American University

01-2028

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Flagler College

05-2023

Skills

Internal Auditing
Fraud Investigations
Risk Assessment
Compliance
Internal Controls
Financial Analysis

Data Analysis
Investigative Interviewing
Report Writing
Microsoft Office
85 WPM