Sofia Manesi
Audit Committee Member at Thrace Group- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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German Limited working proficiency
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French Elementary proficiency
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Greek Native or bilingual proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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COSO Internal Control Certificate
The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.Jan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Psychologist
General Directorate of Public Health, Region of AtticaJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Accreditation in Quality Assessment / Validation
The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.Jan, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)Jan, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.Jan, 2004- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Thrace Group
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Greece
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Plastics Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Audit Committee Member
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May 2023 - Present
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Growthfund (Υπερταμείο) – The National Fund of Greece
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Greece
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Public Policy Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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BoD Committees Support
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Apr 2023 - Present
Provision of support services to the Audit Committee, Risk Committee and Investment Committee on their governance and operational matters. Provision of support services to the Audit Committee, Risk Committee and Investment Committee on their governance and operational matters.
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Hellenic Financial Stability Fund
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Greece
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Internal Auditor
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Sep 2014 - Oct 2022
Reporting, through the Audit Committee, to the HFSF’s General Council and directly to the Executive Board, managed a senior Internal Auditor Key Responsibilities: • Developed and submitted to the Audit Committee the risk-based internal audit annual plan for review and approval • Implemented the approved Audit Plan, including the execution of the audit, consulting or other relevant activity • Documented the engagements’ conclusions and recommendations and reported the results to… Show more Reporting, through the Audit Committee, to the HFSF’s General Council and directly to the Executive Board, managed a senior Internal Auditor Key Responsibilities: • Developed and submitted to the Audit Committee the risk-based internal audit annual plan for review and approval • Implemented the approved Audit Plan, including the execution of the audit, consulting or other relevant activity • Documented the engagements’ conclusions and recommendations and reported the results to the Audit Committee and the audited units • Performed a follow up on engagements’ results and recommendations • Established policies and procedures to guide the internal audit activity • Reported to the Audit Committee and the Executive Board on a quarterly basis Main achievements: • The External Quality Assessment (QAR) of the HFSF Internal Audit Function in 2020 was rated as “Generally Conforms” with the IIA Standards and Code of Ethics. Show less Reporting, through the Audit Committee, to the HFSF’s General Council and directly to the Executive Board, managed a senior Internal Auditor Key Responsibilities: • Developed and submitted to the Audit Committee the risk-based internal audit annual plan for review and approval • Implemented the approved Audit Plan, including the execution of the audit, consulting or other relevant activity • Documented the engagements’ conclusions and recommendations and reported the results to… Show more Reporting, through the Audit Committee, to the HFSF’s General Council and directly to the Executive Board, managed a senior Internal Auditor Key Responsibilities: • Developed and submitted to the Audit Committee the risk-based internal audit annual plan for review and approval • Implemented the approved Audit Plan, including the execution of the audit, consulting or other relevant activity • Documented the engagements’ conclusions and recommendations and reported the results to the Audit Committee and the audited units • Performed a follow up on engagements’ results and recommendations • Established policies and procedures to guide the internal audit activity • Reported to the Audit Committee and the Executive Board on a quarterly basis Main achievements: • The External Quality Assessment (QAR) of the HFSF Internal Audit Function in 2020 was rated as “Generally Conforms” with the IIA Standards and Code of Ethics. Show less
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BNP Paribas
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France
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Head of Internal Audit
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Jun 2008 - Oct 2013
Reporting to Regional Audit Manager / Head of Central & Eastern Europe, managed a team of two (2) senior auditors Key responsibilities: • Responsible for the audit coverage of all business lines present in the Greek territory (CIB, Private Banking, Leasing, and Security Services) • Performed staff recruitment and carried out performance appraisals • Coordinated training budget and processes within the Audit Hub CEE (2011-2013) • Performed continuous risk assessments with… Show more Reporting to Regional Audit Manager / Head of Central & Eastern Europe, managed a team of two (2) senior auditors Key responsibilities: • Responsible for the audit coverage of all business lines present in the Greek territory (CIB, Private Banking, Leasing, and Security Services) • Performed staff recruitment and carried out performance appraisals • Coordinated training budget and processes within the Audit Hub CEE (2011-2013) • Performed continuous risk assessments with particular focus on the annual audit plan’s preparation and implementation • Presented the annual audit plan to the Regional Manager and the Head of the hub for approval • Participated in the audit committee of each entity, at least two (2) times per year • Contributed to the establishment of the Internal Audit’s budget • Safeguarded the entity’s control framework by investigating and reporting significant incidents Main achievements: • Set up the Internal Audit Function based on IIA Standards and BNPP Group Guidelines • Distinguished the Greek Internal Audit function among other countries audited by Group General Inspection with zero deficiencies noted Show less Reporting to Regional Audit Manager / Head of Central & Eastern Europe, managed a team of two (2) senior auditors Key responsibilities: • Responsible for the audit coverage of all business lines present in the Greek territory (CIB, Private Banking, Leasing, and Security Services) • Performed staff recruitment and carried out performance appraisals • Coordinated training budget and processes within the Audit Hub CEE (2011-2013) • Performed continuous risk assessments with… Show more Reporting to Regional Audit Manager / Head of Central & Eastern Europe, managed a team of two (2) senior auditors Key responsibilities: • Responsible for the audit coverage of all business lines present in the Greek territory (CIB, Private Banking, Leasing, and Security Services) • Performed staff recruitment and carried out performance appraisals • Coordinated training budget and processes within the Audit Hub CEE (2011-2013) • Performed continuous risk assessments with particular focus on the annual audit plan’s preparation and implementation • Presented the annual audit plan to the Regional Manager and the Head of the hub for approval • Participated in the audit committee of each entity, at least two (2) times per year • Contributed to the establishment of the Internal Audit’s budget • Safeguarded the entity’s control framework by investigating and reporting significant incidents Main achievements: • Set up the Internal Audit Function based on IIA Standards and BNPP Group Guidelines • Distinguished the Greek Internal Audit function among other countries audited by Group General Inspection with zero deficiencies noted Show less
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Geniki Bank
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Greece
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Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Internal Auditor
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Jul 2005 - May 2008
Head Office and Subsidiaries’ Audit Sub-division. Reporting to Head of Subsidiaries’ Audit Sub-division. Key responsibilities: • Drafted audit programmes, developed internal controls, set objectives and action steps • Collected and prepared technical working papers audit documentation • Communicated and reported the various audit findings to the top management • Follow up on the implementation of the corrective actions Head Office and Subsidiaries’ Audit Sub-division. Reporting to Head of Subsidiaries’ Audit Sub-division. Key responsibilities: • Drafted audit programmes, developed internal controls, set objectives and action steps • Collected and prepared technical working papers audit documentation • Communicated and reported the various audit findings to the top management • Follow up on the implementation of the corrective actions
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Internal Auditor
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Oct 2000 - Jun 2005
Audit, Assurance & Internal Audit Services. Reporting to the engagement’s Manager/Supervisor. Participated in a wide range of engagements (i.e. Assurance, Consulting and Compliance) Audit, Assurance & Internal Audit Services. Reporting to the engagement’s Manager/Supervisor. Participated in a wide range of engagements (i.e. Assurance, Consulting and Compliance)
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Education
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Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
Master of Science - MS, Clinical Mental Health -
Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Psychology -
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
MBA (Master in Business Administration) -
University of Piraeus
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Specialization: Human Resources Management