Teisha Mott

Conduct audit missions to UNDP offices spanning Headquarters and various regional, sub-regional, and country levels. This includes:

• Developing risk-based audit plans, ensuring alignment with International Standards for Internal Auditing and UNDP-specific policies and procedures.
• Executing specific elements of audit assignments, adhering to established standards and protocols, to ensure thorough examination and evaluation.
• Preparing working papers for review by the Chief of Headquarter Audit Services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with audit protocols.
• Documenting audit findings and communicating results orally and/or in writing to business units, offering insights into compliance, performance, and potential areas for improvement.
• Drafting comprehensive audit reports, highlighting key findings and recommendation.
• Monitoring and overseeing the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations.

Undertake and special assignments, including management reviews, advisory services, and special audits as required.

Main achievements:

During my tenure at UNDP, I have consistently demonstrated a high level of performance, as substantiated by positive feedback in my performance review documents. I have consistently adhered to prescribed timelines, ensuring the completion of assigned audits within the designated time frame. My ability to effectively communicate findings to management has been affirmed through their acceptance of presented results.

Additionally, I have actively engaged in the follow-up process with management regarding recommendations, ensuring their successful implementation and closure. In instances where challenges arose, I proactively collaborated with management to achieve mutually agreed-upon resolutions.

Recognizing the importance of continuous improvement, I have taken the initiative to contribute to various committees, notably the Learning Committee and the Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) task force. My participation in these initiatives reflects my commitment to enhancing audit processes, fostering efficiency, and staying abreast of advancements in audit methodologies.

• Formulated work plans for designated audit engagements.
• Executed financial, compliance, and operational audits at Headquarters, regional, and country offices, adhering to prescribed audit standards. Took on roles as both the lead auditor and team member.
• Produced clear, concise, and timely draft and final reports, incorporating actionable recommendations. Ensured active collaboration with auditees, discussing and aligning on implementable suggestions for improvement.
• Conducted thorough follow-ups on the implementation of recommendations proposed by internal auditors. Evaluated the responses and actions taken by the management of audited units and the Fund. Offered advice or clarification to clients when necessary, fostering effective communication and resolution.

Main achievements:

During the one-year secondment, I achieved success by efficiently concluding four audits — one at Headquarters and three in Country Offices. In two of the three Country Office Audits, I assumed the role of team leader, demonstrating leadership and project management capabilities. Notably, the Headquarters audit I conducted stood out due to prior delays attributed to insufficient resources. On day one, I promptly initiated fieldwork and managed to complete it within three weeks, allowing for a swift presentation of findings to management.

Under the guidance of the Head of Internal Audit, I accomplished the following key responsibilities:

• Conducted audits and reviews at both Headquarters and Field Offices, adhering to widely accepted professional standards.
• Managed the follow-up process for audit recommendations in Teammate, serving as the focal point for Teammate within the Internal Oversight Services (IOS).
• Engaged in knowledge sharing and various initiatives within IOS and the broader organization. This included facilitating IOS training sessions, representing IOS on UNESCO's knowledge management committee, and fulfilling the role of UNESCO's focal point to the Joint Inspections Unit.

Main achievements:

I joined UNESCO in 2019 through the Young Professionals Programme, and in addition to fulfilling my audit responsibilities with success, as validated by positive feedback in my performance reviews, I assumed significant roles within the organization.

As the "Teammate Champion," I played a pivotal role in overseeing the implementation and management of the Audit Management Software, Teammate. This involved not only coordinating the installation process but also conducting training sessions for both internal audit staff and external stakeholders.

Additionally, I successfully undertook the responsibility of serving as UNESCO's focal point to the Joint Inspections Unit (JIU). In this capacity, I served as a liaison between UNESCO and the JIU, facilitating communication and collaboration between the two entities.

In collaboration with the Partner Responsible for Independence at PricewaterhouseCoopers:

• Conducted thorough independence assessments for all new and prospective clients, emphasizing risk mitigation to safeguard PwC's integrity and ensure independence from new clients.
• Reviewed information supplied by engagement teams, y assessing details to identify potential challenges related to services, relationships, and fee structures that could compromise the firm's independence.
• Consulted with engagement teams to provide guidance on the application of independence regulations outlined by regulatory bodies such as the SEC, AICPA, IFAC, and internal firm policies.
• Developed tailored training materials focused on client acceptance business issues, delivering comprehensive training sessions to enhance team understanding and compliance.
• Engaged in various special projects as needed..

Main achievements:

In addition to effectively fulfilling assigned duties during my tenure at PwC, I leveraged my prior experience in Proposals and Marketing at KPMG to craft proposal documents. This initiative contributed to the acquisition of new business opportunities for the partnership, showcasing my ability to integrate diverse skill sets and proactively contribute to the growth and success of the organization.

• Prepared and advised on proposals across the partnership;
• Coordinated Business Development Projects, including, but not limited to preparing budgets, programme development, and preparing/ sourcing collateral material;
• Carried out research and encouraged creative thinking throughout the proposal process including key messages, value propositions and brand compliance issues;
• Developed and deployed tools and templates such as proposals and pitch books with the view to obtain new clients;
• Collated and distributed monthly proposal reports, Global proposal reports and Global Markets updates; and
• Acted as liaison aide at functions hosted by the partnership.

Main achievements:

The proposal documents I crafted achieved a success rate of approximately 90%, resulting in the acquisition of new business opportunities for the partnership.

• Ensured adherence to the Tax Risk Management Manual, applying KPMG-specific client and engagement acceptance procedures. Maintained continuous client evaluation in alignment with the manual and upheld all pertinent requirements of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
• Provided instruction and supervision to members of the Tax Department, including Managers, Principals, and Partners, on the effective utilization of all Risk Management programmes. Conducted comprehensive training sessions to enhance understanding and compliance.
• Prepared and issued invoices for Tax Clients, demonstrating attention to financial details and billing procedures.
• Prepared andproofread various tax-related correspondences, including Income Tax Returns, Advisory letters, and Engagement letters. Ensured accuracy and clarity in all communications to clients.
• Crafted media releases, specifically Tax Bulletins, to disseminate relevant information and updates to clients

Main achievements:

Effectively achieved a reduction of accounts receivable by over 60% within a one-year timeframe.

Led the Quality Performance Review (QPR) process in KPMG's tax unit, earning a "highly satisfactory" rating for oversight of KPMG-specific procedures and processes.