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Kevin Strawn

St. John's

Summary

Results-driven Internal Auditor with extensive experience in financial services, enhancing internal controls, risk management and compliance through comprehensive audits. Demonstrates strong critical thinking and collaboration skills, leading cross-functional teams to optimize processes with a commitment to achieving operational efficiency.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internal Auditor (Management)

State Insurance Company Limited
07.2023 - Current
  • Performed financial, operational, system and process audits and reported on internal control adequacy.
  • Developed and managed a risk-based annual internal audit plan.
  • Lead training initiatives to ensure departmental productivity and growth.
  • Performed analytical reviews to detect financial discrepancies.
  • Conducted interviews to assess risk management, control effectiveness and evaluated compliance.

Internal Audit Officer

ACB Caribbean
11.2019 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in evaluating internal controls and compliance with ECCB and regulatory frameworks.
  • Liaised with external auditors and regulators to enhance risk management.
  • Contributed to community and culture initiatives including 'Christmas Pantry' and 'Free up Fridays'.

Internal Audit Officer

Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank
06.2011 - 08.2017
  • Executed board-approved audits ensuring regulatory compliance (AML/CFT, IFRS).
  • Developed audit programs and analyzed compliance data.
  • Facilitated year-end audits and interdepartmental collaboration.

Intern

PwC
08.2010 - 08.2010
  • Performed audit procedures, substantive testing, and internal control assessments.

Staff Assistant

KPMG
07.2007 - 08.2008
  • Performed audit procedures, substantive testing, and internal control assessments.


Education

Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) - Accounting

Shanghai National Accounting Institute
China
06-2019

BSc. - Accounting

University of the West Indies
01.2011

Supervisory Management for Bankers

UWI Open Campus
01.2013

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Cognitive Flexibility and Creativity
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • People Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Customer Service
  • Fraud Investigations
  • Proficient with Technology
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Certification

  • PECB – ISO 27005 Certified Information Systems Risk Manager
  • FIBA – Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate (AMLCA)

Languages

English: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Beginner

References

Available upon request.

Awards

Outstanding Graduate Award – 2019, Best Academic Performance Award (MPAcc, SNAI) – 2018, International Business Simulation Game Competition Award – 2018

Leadership & Activities

Student Leader – Shanghai National Accounting Institute President & Vice President – Leeward Islands Student’s Association (2010–2011) Treasurer – Milner Hall Accommodations – 2009/2010 President – Inter–School Christian Fellowship – 2008

Timeline

Internal Auditor (Management)

State Insurance Company Limited
07.2023 - Current

Internal Audit Officer

ACB Caribbean
11.2019 - 07.2023

Internal Audit Officer

Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank
06.2011 - 08.2017

Intern

PwC
08.2010 - 08.2010

Staff Assistant

KPMG
07.2007 - 08.2008

BSc. - Accounting

University of the West Indies

Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) - Accounting

Shanghai National Accounting Institute

Supervisory Management for Bankers

UWI Open Campus

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