Kendra Culmer
Nassau, Bahamas
Summary
Accomplished accounting professional with over ten years of experience looking to leverage an extensive background in auditing of banking and investment management groups into a career opportunity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit
Commonwealth Bank
Nassau, Bahamas
03.2021 - Current
- Comprehensive update of the Bank's internal audit methodology and policies to align with the International Professional Practices Framework
- Preparation and presentation of annual risk-based audit plans and individual audit findings to Audit Committee
- Supervision of internal audit teams including coaching, development and performance management
- Ongoing collaboration with senior management to provide risk and controls insight on implementation of new systems and business initiatives
Senior Manager, Internal Audit
Commonwealth Bank
Nassau, Bahamas
05.2017 - 03.2021
Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Nassau, Bahamas
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Oversight of the execution of audit strategy in accordance with international standards as well as firm methodology
- Manager responsible for internal firm learning and development including developing training curriculums, regional reporting and training facilitation
- Asset management technical group manager
Manager / Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
London, United Kingdom
10.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed group audit engagements for statutory and regulatory reporting for asset managers, mutual funds and large financial institutions
- Preparation of new client proposal documents and attending sales pitches
- Reviewed the audit plans and workpapers of client’s internal audit department for Sarbanes Oxley 404 controls reporting
- Advised on client accounting issues related to first year transitions to IFRS and FRS 102
- Identified and communicated control deficiencies related to client adoption of new UK regulations (PS14/9) for client assets
Senior Associate / Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Nassau, Bahamas
08.2009 - 10.2013
Education
BBA - Accounting (with Distinction)
College of the Bahamas
2009
MBA - Chartered Banker (with Credit)
University Of Bangor
Wales, UK07.2019
Skills
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Licensee of the Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA)
Skills
Self-directed and highly motivated with experience managing and working within large teams and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently to achieve overall objectives
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit
Commonwealth Bank
03.2021 - Current
Senior Manager, Internal Audit
Commonwealth Bank
05.2017 - 03.2021
Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2016 - 05.2017
Manager / Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
10.2013 - 07.2016
Senior Associate / Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2009 - 10.2013
BBA - Accounting (with Distinction)
College of the Bahamas
MBA - Chartered Banker (with Credit)
University Of Bangor
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