Nnenna Oronsaye
50 Royal Avenue, Cranston,RI
Summary
Self motivated and analytical Audit and Risk professional with documented success in executing large, complex audits and proven ability to identify deficiencies and recommend solutions. Collaborates with risk partners and serves as a trusted advisor on operational and risk issues. Team player with strengths in coaching and mentoring to drive productivity and performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Manager
Citizens Bank
Johnston, RI
08.2015 - Current
- Oversees complex, high risk audits of Home Mortgage, Credit Risk, Allowance for Credit Losses, Collateral Risk Management, Consumer Operations and the validation of regulatory issues.
- Incorporates diverse skills and in depth knowledge of lending, underwriting, portfolio management, credit risk management, compliance, operational risk, model risk, and enterprise risk management in the planning and delivery of audits.
- Empowers audit staff and seniors by providing growth opportunities. Trains, coaches and provides performance feedback to ensure continued development. Focuses on team building to ensure communication and collaboration.
- Supports the Senior Audit Manager in optimizing team resource allocation and providing development opportunities for audit team.
- Balances audit resources to maintain the flow of audit engagements from start to finish while maintaining the audit budget.
- Prioritizes multiple, concurrent projects with focus on the delivery of high-quality results.
- Communicates assurance to Management on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices through oral presentations and written reports. Makes recommendations to resolve audit findings, where applicable.
- Performs continuous monitoring of entities through relationship meetings and review of Management Information. Maintain strong working relationships with the business line, first and second line risk partners.
- Assists Senior Audit Manager in the development of the annual audit plan and semi-annual risk assessments.
- Builds additional knowledge of relevant subject areas and industry through internal and external training
Senior Auditor
Citizens Bank
Johnston, RI
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Led sections of the audit assigned by Audit manager, developed and executed test work to assess adequacy and effectiveness of controls.
- Identified weaknesses of existing controls and provided recommendations for remediation based upon knowledge gained relative to the business line processes and objectives.
- Provided Audit Manager and Senior Audit Manager with detailed progress and updates on audit activities including major findings and problems encountered.
- Ensured all work was documented in compliance with the Internal Audit methodology.
- Managed multiple priorities including audits, issue validations and continuous monitoring activities.
- Identified best practices to share with Management regarding business process and controls.
- Worked collaboratively with the Audit Manager on the ongoing management of audit delivery.
- Assisted in managing, developing and training less experienced staff.
- Invested in professional development through active participation in training programs.
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Boston, MA
07.2010 - 07.2012
- Obtained broad industry experience across the financial services industry including Securities and Exchange Commission registrants and employee benefit plans.
- Analyzed spreadsheets with financial data and presented analysis to engagement leaders.
- Contributed to the creation of a dynamic work environment that emphasized the importance of team work in attaining objectives.
- Assisted with the firm's recruiting process and served as a mentor for new associates and interns.
Experienced Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Boston, MA
09.2007 - 06.2010
- Performed analytical reviews and substantive detail testing on financial statement line items.
- Established strong working relationships with client's top level accounting staff via management of engagement request list and leading client meetings.
- Gained experience through performing field work in various entities in the financial services industry, including mutual funds and employee benefit plans.
- Gained experience in managing multiple tasks and developed excellent analytical, accounting and audit skills.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RIMaster of Business Administration -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RISkills
- Project Management
- Staff Development and Coaching
- Quality Control and Supervision
- Organization and Agility
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Accomplishments
- Recognized as a Citizens Bank Credo Champion in 2020 for team contributions.
- Created a highly effective Standard Audit Work Program that significantly impacted and improved the assessment and review of End User Developed Applications (EUDAs).
Timeline
Audit Manager
Citizens Bank
08.2015 - Current
Senior Auditor
Citizens Bank
08.2012 - 08.2015
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2010 - 07.2012
Experienced Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
09.2007 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Rhode Island
Master of Business Administration -
University of Rhode Island