Meagan Darling
Central Islip,NY
Summary
Results-oriented and collaborative internal audit leader with over 18 years of experience in Big 4 firm. Specialized in SOX readiness, compliance, and internal audit services. Skilled in building strong relationships with domestic and international stakeholders to understand entity-wide risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. Utilizes technology to streamline processes, drive innovation, and achieve cost savings. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment and coaching individuals for career advancement based on quality, accountability, and teamwork. Demonstrates unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and objectivity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
07.2022 - Current
- Subject matter expert in internal controls and SOX compliance, having led large and mid-sized Fortune 500 co-sourced & outsourced SOX readiness and effectiveness engagements in the design, implementation, and assessment of best-in-class SOX programs.
- Industry experience includes healthcare, telecommunications, media, and technology, manufacturing, energy, retail, aerospace and defense, and hospitality.
- Empathetic and genuine leader, with proven track record of educating and enabling management to deepen their risk management and internal controls knowledge to achieve effective control environment and strengthen crucial alliance between management and internal audit.
- Develops and implements right-sized ERM programs, aligning stakeholders, building client confidence, and developing customized, flexible, and relevant annual audit plans.
- Collaborates with CFO/CAE to prepare audit committee materials, delivering right message to align with organization’s strategic objectives.
- Develops risk-based approach audit plans, strategically builds engagement teams identifying subject matter experts where needed and delivers actionable recommendations in line with budget, maximizing credibility and value of the internal audit team.
- Manages annual book of business ranging from $5Mil to $15Mil, including teams of ~30 individuals.
- Establishes key relationships with external auditors to increase internal controls testing reliance.
- Orchestrated large-scale finance transformation initiatives, including accelerating financial close process, system implementations, digital upskilling, process excellence, and automation.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Senior Manager, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2019 - 07.2022
Manager, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2014 - 07.2019
Senior Associate, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2011 - 07.2014
Associate, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2007 - 07.2011
Intern, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
06.2006 - 08.2006
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration-Accounting -
Loyola University
Baltimore, MD05.2007
Bachelor of Arts – Spanish -
Loyola University
Baltimore, MD05.2007
Skills
- Internal Audit
- SOX Compliance
- Enterprise Risk Assessment
- Audit Committee Reporting
- Technical Accounting
- Staff Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analytics
Organizations
- AICPA, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- IIA, Institute of Internal Auditors
- Women’s Inclusion Network (PwC)
- Women in Tech (PwC)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Director, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
07.2022 - Current
Senior Manager, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2019 - 07.2022
Manager, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2014 - 07.2019
Senior Associate, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2011 - 07.2014
Associate, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2007 - 07.2011
Intern, Internal Audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers
06.2006 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Business Administration-Accounting -
Loyola University
Bachelor of Arts – Spanish -
Loyola University