Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
RITA FINELLI

RITA FINELLI

Compliance Professional
Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Compliance Specialist with 15 years of experience in ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. Proven ability to identify and mitigate risks, develop and implement compliance programs, and train employees on compliance policies and procedures. Seeking a role in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization where I can use my skills and experience to make a significant contribution.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Byrider
11.2021 - Current
  • Lead a team of 5 compliance specialists
  • Coordinate workflow with team members team goals and deadlines are met in a timely manner
  • Develop processes to ensure consistent results
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of company policies and procedures
  • Propose changes for review by upper-level management
  • Stay updated with the regulatory environment by obtaining educational certificates (NAF and CDIA)
  • Create and execute a thorough compliance initiative that covers regulatory mandates such as UDAAP, SCRA, OFAC, and Reg Z
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with each operations department to ensure the Culture of Compliance adherence is followed throughout the company.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to reduced turnaround times for critical tasks without compromising quality.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.

Compliance Specialist

Byrider
11.2012 - 10.2021
  • Perform audits on Franchise 1.0, Byrider Direct, and BDRO locations to verify compliance with state regulations and to identify and address any potential violations of UDAAP, FTC, UCC, or CFPB regulations
  • Conduct operational process monitoring for Company Store locations and CNAC Central Processing
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of on-site audits by liaising with store management in advance to review work flow and provide guidance in necessary audit documentation
  • Prepare audit reports for review by management summarizing audit findings including but not limited to compliance, effectiveness of internal controls, and potential risk exposure
  • Prepare follow up reports to ensure corrective actions are taken based on audit findings.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration – Management -

Kent State University

Skills

Compliance auditing

undefined

Volunteer Experience

  • Caregiving – Lala Maryem Center for Abandoned Children - Morocco (September 2012)
  • Caregiving – Step Up Centre Daycare Nursery School - Tanzania (September 2013)
  • Assistant Coordinator for annual dance benefit show in Warren, OH (2002, 2020)
  • Volunteer at Red Oak Animal Rescue (2020-present)

Timeline

Team Lead - Byrider
11.2021 - Current
Compliance Specialist - Byrider
11.2012 - 10.2021
Kent State University - Bachelor of Business Administration – Management,

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
RITA FINELLICompliance Professional