Lisa Kiernan
Senior Manager Internal Audit at Council of Europe Development Bank- Claim this Profile
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French Professional working proficiency
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Experience
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CEB - Council of Europe Development Bank
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France
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Banking
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Manager Internal Audit
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Oct 2020 - Present
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Internal Auditor
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Sep 2013 - Oct 2020
Carry out internal audit reviews in accordance with the CEB’s Internal Audit Charter, the Internal Audit Plan and professional standards by:• Performing audit engagements according to the assigned work program for the business activity under review• Dealing independently with the auditee to obtain any information and documentation needed• Evaluating the efficiency of the business activities audited• Evaluating the effectiveness of internal control systems and processes• Analysing whether the Bank’s transactions are performed in conformity with existing policies and operational procedures• Assessing the risks associated to business operations• Drafting audit findings, conclusions and formulating recommendations for improving and adding value to the efficiency and security of the business activities audited• Reporting audit findings resulting to Directors of Directorate and Heads of Divisions in an objective and clear way by supporting them with the necessary audit evidenceProvide consultancy services to the Bank’s management in matters concerning business activities, operations and control systemsSupport the Director of Internal Audit with advice in relation to specific topics to support decision makingAttend meetings related to audit matters with the Governor Perform other audit related tasks such as participation in meetings, background research and analyses, ad-hoc investigationsTrain new / junior team members through process explanations, knowledge sharing, best practices; accompany staff in field work as needed Show less
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Accord Ecole de Langues
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Paris Area, France
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Student
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Apr 2012 - Aug 2013
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Manager, Group Finance
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Oct 2008 - Mar 2012
Special projects requiring an in depth knowledge of the Bank: • Provided timely and comprehensive responses and/or solutions to various requests and investigations by government bodies (including the financial regulator) in highly sensitive situations, with a view to minimising further sanctions against the Bank • Carried out a review of the bank loan book data, challenging submissions, identifying potential issues and reporting to the Chief Financial Officer in preparation for an external review instigated by the Irish Government • Co-ordinated investigations by the financial regulator, liaised with solicitors, all conducted within an ethos of strict confidentiality and high risk awareness due to of the sensitivity required to deal effectively with critical issues Additional responsibilities included debt programme monitoring, coordination of international corporate treasury branches and private bank disposal matters. Show less
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Manager, Secondment to Group Finance
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Jul 2007 - Sep 2008
Completed the successful sales of Anglo Irish Bank (Suisse) SA and Anglo Irish Bank - Portuguese Branch in December 2007, and Anglo Irish Bank (Austria) AG in September 2008. As part of a three person team, drafted the information memoranda, liaised with investment banking advisors, compiled due diligence documents for online data room and for vendor due diligence reports, met with potential bidders, participated in final negotiations with bidders and drafted the final sales and purchase agreements. Show less
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Manager, Group Internal Audit
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Nov 2002 - Jul 2007
Concentrated more focus on auditing the Bank's wealth management division, with sole responsibility for international audits within wealth management's private banking businesses. Additional responsibilities included training, career development and appraisal of junior staff in addition to all of the responsibilities below.
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Assistant Manager, Group Internal Audit
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Jul 2001 - Nov 2002
Planned, performed and reported on internal audit engagements across group wide locations of a commercial bank. Areas examined included treasury, wealth management, private banking, corporate governance and risk management. Additional responsibilities included controlling audit resources, strategic and departmental planning, and overview of training requirements for all staff.
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Senior Auditor
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Mar 1998 - Jul 2001
Planned, performed, and supervised audits for a variety of clients, including mutual funds, banks, reinsurance companies, investment firms, asset management companies, universities, and charities with audit and reporting work conforming to Irish, International, and US accounting standards.
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Staff Auditor
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Jun 1996 - Mar 1998
Performed audits for a variety of clients, including investment firms, asset management companies, banks, higher educational institutions, and retail organizations.
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Education
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University of California Berkeley Extension
Certificate of Business Administration -
University of Hawaii at Manoa
MA, Anthropology -
Hawaii Loa College
BA, Social Science