INTERNAL AUDIT DIRECTOR with global business experience in financial, information systems, operational and regulatory auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance, business process evaluation and design, ERP system implementation, and fraud investigation. Recognized as having adopted a broad and progressive role for Internal Audit. Proven ability to build and lead teams during periods of change and drive organizational efficiencies through effective planning, coaching, and administration. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of the organization have been keys to success.
INTERNAL AUDIT EXPERIENCE
THE MOSAIC COMPANY, Plymouth, MN 2004 to 2008
Recently-formed $7B global company engaged in mining, manufacturing, and distribution of crop and animal nutrients
VICE PRESIDENT, INTERNAL AUDIT & FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE
> Established and led global risk-based internal audit and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance functions. Recruited and managed entirely new staff of 8 professional auditors and up to 12 consultants. Reported to Audit Committee and Chief Financial Officer.
> Collaborated with senior leadership and Audit Committee to define stakeholder expectations and mission for Internal Audit. Developed strategic plan and processes for department.
> Established Subject Matter Expert role for each staff person, resulting in greater coverage of the audit universe and more timely identification of emerging business risks.
> Implemented technology training and tools for audit staff, enabling more effective and efficient audits and leading to significant audit findings.
> Developed strategy for Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance, managed successful execution of documentation and testing, and established framework for sustainable compliance.
> Led Enterprise Risk Management initiative, culminating in assessment by senior leadership team and Board of key business risks and development of appropriate risk responses.
> Participated extensively in SAP implementation and stabilization efforts, leading to more effective automated controls being built into business processes.
> Conducted audit of telecommunication billings, resulting in first year savings of $1M+.
> Identified deficiencies in rail freight payables process, reducing past due payables by $10M.
> Actively participated on Disclosure, Business Excellence, and SAP Steering Committees.
THE VALSPAR CORPORATION, Minneapolis, MN 1999 to 2004
Rapidly-growing $2.4B global chemical manufacturing company providing paint and coatings to retail and industrial customers
DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AUDIT
Developed and executed a comprehensive, risk-based audit plan with heavy international coverage. Managed staff of 6 professional auditors. Reported to the Audit Committee and Chief Financial Officer.
> Led integration audits following multiple acquisitions and Oracle system implementations, resulting in rapid adherence to business processes and acceptance of corporate culture.
> Identified significant deficiencies in IT security, resulting in establishment of tightened Information Security policies and procedures.
> Established Enterprise Risk Management initiative and coordinated activities of cross-functional Risk Management team, leading to resolution of long-standing high risk issues.
CARGILL, INCORPORATED – WORLDWIDE AUDIT, Minnetonka, MN 1994 to 1999
Held the following management positions in 90-person, world-class Internal Audit department for $50B global conglomerate. Reported to Chief Audit Executive.
* WORLDWIDE AUDIT MANAGER – FINANCIAL TRADING PRODUCT LINES (1998 to 1999)
* FORENSIC AUDIT MANAGER (1996 to 1998)
* NORTH AMERICAN AUDIT MANAGER – ASSET BASED PRODUCT LINES (1994 to 1996)
> Developed close working relationships with key business sector management to influence a sound internal control system and to stay current on change initiatives impacting the system of control.
> Identified global audit projects and scheduled resources based on risk assessments. Managed teams of up to 11 professionals in the planning, execution, and reporting phases of these audits. Supervised and trained audit staff leading to improved performance and skills.
> Established global forensic audit function and managed team of 3 forensic auditors in the area of fraud detection and prevention. Conducted numerous successful investigations of fraud and business conduct issues. Delivered frequent presentations to Cargill management on fraud-related topics. Coordinated fraud risk assessments with external auditors.
> Contributed as a member of several major process improvement teams, both within Worldwide Audit and Cargill. Earned CFO’s Financial Excellence Award as member of corporate Capital Spending Process team.
CONTROLLERSHIP EXPERIENCE
CARGILL, INCORPORATED – MEAT SEGMENT 1986 to 1994
Held the following financial management positions in a rapid career progression in Cargill’s $9B Meat segment.
* VP – CONTROLLER, Emge Packing Company, Fort Branch, IN (1991 to 1994)
* ADMINISTRATION MANAGER, FLORIDA COMPLEX, Jacksonville, FL (1989 to 1991)
* ADMINISTRATION MANAGER, POULTRY MEAT DEPARTMENT, Memphis, TN (1988 to 1989)
* ADMINISTRATION MANAGER, POULTRY PRODUCTS DIVISION OFFICE, Minnetonka, MN (1986 to 1988)
EGG CITY (Subsidiary of KROGER COMPANY), Moorpark, CA 1982 to 1986
World’s largest egg production and processing facility
CONTROLLER
PUBLIC ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE
ALEXANDER GRANT (Now GRANT THORNTON), Kansas City, MO 1977 to 1981
International Public Accounting firm
CPA / AUDITOR
EDUCATION
MBA, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO
B.S., Accounting, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & SERVICE
* Certified Internal Auditor in 1995 - won Institute of Internal Auditors’ Certificate of Excellence for writing one of top six exam papers worldwide
* Certified Management Accountant in 1995
* Certified Fraud Examiner in 1995
* Certified Public Accountant from State of Missouri in 1977 and from State of California in 1986
Held the following leadership roles for the 1,400-member Twin Cities Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA):
* Committee Co-chair, Chief Audit Executive Roundtable Committee, 2004 - Present
* President, 2003 – earned IIA’s Platinum Chapter Award during term in office, IIA’s highest chapter award
* President-Elect, 2002
* Board of Governors, 2000, 2001, 2004 and 2005
* Committee Chair, Fraud Committee, 1996 - 2000
* Committee Co-chair, Business & Industry Relations Committee, 1995 |
