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Professionalachievements
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Certification
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Will Zhang

Will Zhang

Summary

To secure a position in Internal Audit with a world-leading multinational company, further advancing my career in Internal Audit, Finance, and Compliance. I aim to work with leading organizations across various industries, dedicating my expertise and commitment to a stable and forward-thinking organization. I seek to collaborate with industry-leading professionals, leveraging my skills and experience to contribute to the success and compliance of the organization. Analytical Audit Manager leveraging exceptional risk management skills. Adept with financial statement review to identify errors. Highly knowledge with GAAP and accounting compliance standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Audit Manager

Shein
09.2023 - Current

Compliance

  • Reduced risk exposure for the company by identifying and addressing areas of noncompliance.
  • Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
  • Streamlined compliance processes by implementing efficient monitoring systems and tools.
  • Consulted with clients on best practices and served as project manager for all process improvements and regulatory initiatives.
  • Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish clear compliance guidelines and expectations for all departments.
  • Monitored emerging trends in regulatory requirements, anticipating potential impacts on the organization''s operations.
  • Supported the implementation of new regulations within the organization by developing strategic plans and action items for each department.
  • Improved communication channels between departments by establishing regular meetings and reporting structures related to compliance matters.
  • Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
  • Succeeded in maintaining a positive relationship with regulators through proactive engagement and timely responses to inquiries.
  • Kept new and modified products and services in conformance with security and compliance regulations.
  • Maintained effective working relationships with regulatory authorities, suppliers and customers.
  • Strengthened company-wide awareness of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards through targeted trainings, presentations, and ongoing communication efforts.
  • Designed effective risk assessment strategies that helped identify areas where additional attention was needed to maintain full regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with HR and IT to develop and implement code of business and ethics and anti-harassment policies and related personnel training.
  • Oversaw a team of compliance professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure their continued growth and development.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for employees, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

Audit

  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by sharing best practices and offering constructive feedback on existing processes.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed audits for reference purposes, ensuring easy access to historical information when needed.
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials and resources for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for employees joining the internal audit team.
  • Performed root cause analyses on identified issues, providing actionable recommendations for long-term improvements in business practices.
  • Leveraged technology tools such as data analytics software to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of internal audits conducted. (SQL)
  • Facilitated clear communication between auditors and stakeholders regarding findings, promoting transparency throughout the entire audit process.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented internal controls by regularly reviewing policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Improved team performance by providing ongoing training, guidance, and mentorship to junior auditors.
  • Strengthened the company''s overall control environment by identifying weaknesses and recommending corrective actions.
  • Managed cross-functional teams in conducting complex audits across various departments, ensuring accurate results and recommendations.
  • Conducted regular follow-up reviews to ensure that previously identified concerns were addressed appropriately in a timely manner.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through careful analysis of financial data during audits, contributing to improved profitability.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.

Audit Assistant Manager

UPS Asia Group
01.2017 - 07.2023
  • Lead all ASC audits in 34 Agent countries in the world.
  • Lead special investigation reviews with Corporate Compliance
  • Lead Regulatory Compliance audits (such as Brokerage, Global Security, Motor Carrier, Facility safety, and Environmental)
  • Assist department heads in reporting audit findings and case investigations to senior management of the group.


Audit Supervisor

United Parcel Services Inc (UPS)
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Performed controls self-assessment aggregation based on IIA and department standards
  • Assists Manager in planning of audits conducted for the Asia Pacific Region (15 UPS Countries) and 34 Agent countries.
  • Performed audits in Finance, operations and regulatory areas.
  • Execute audits –
  • Adheres to new accounting guidelines to ensure successful implementation into the audit process
  • Allocates resources and expenses as planned to ensure audits are completed on time and within budget
  • Uses auditing web tool to document audit findings
  • Manages process of audit programs to ensure proper completion of audits.
  • Validates appropriateness of corrective action plans results
  • Completes the action document to provide test results and recommendations
  • Interacts with District Region and corporate management to finalize audit results and obtain corrective actions
  • Follow-up with management to ensure corrective actions were implemented.
  • Lead audit preparation
  • Develops test plans for new areas to identify milestone activities
  • Assists manager to complete the risk assessment process and development of audit schedules
  • Review audit process to ensure documentation is current and to identify any gaps in test procedures.
  • Annual Sarbanes and Oxley Tests (SOX)
  • Perform SOX planning on a risk-based approach
  • Assign SOX test to respective auditors
  • Perform narratives of controls with the respective Global Accounting Centers (GAC)
  • Communicate SOX exceptions with process owners
  • Review and monitor corrective action plan (CAPs).

Audit Specialist

United Parcel Services Inc (UPS)
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Performed audits of Approved Services Contractors (ASC)
  • Performed Special investigations review
  • Sarbanes and Oxley (SOX) testing at interim and final.

Assistant Manager (Executive Management Trainee)

The Regent Singapore (member of Four Seasons Hotel Group)
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Operations planning and budgeting
  • Inventory Management
  • Managing events, planning projects
  • Creating new cocktails
  • Guest wine awareness training
  • Attending Department head meetings
  • Price setting for menu items
  • Staff development

Management Trainee

Hyatt Regency Xian
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Dining service
  • Banquet events (including APEX meeting 2007)
  • Bar and Beverage operations
  • Customer Communications and Customer feedback administration

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Bradford
UK
01.2014

Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance -

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)
01.2012

Diploma -

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)
01.2011

International Hotel Management Degree -

Xijing University
01.2007

Skills

  • Communication
  • Planning and Organization
  • Teamwork
  • Data Analytics
  • Internal Controls
  • SOX Compliance
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Training development
  • Internal Audits
  • Corporate Governance
  • Risk Assessment
  • Regulatory examinations
  • Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points
  • Information Security
  • Vendor / Supplier Performance Management
  • Data Evaluation
  • Data privacy
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Hazard analysis
  • Document analysis
  • Regulatory Documentation
  • Ethics management
  • Customer Due Diligence
  • Enterprise risk management
  • Incident Response
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building
  • Team building
  • Written Communication

Professionalachievements

  • 2017-01-01, Present, Audit Assistant Manager, UPS Asia Group, Lead all ASC audits in 34 Agent countries, Lead special investigation reviews with Corporate Compliance, Lead Regulatory Compliance audits (such as Brokerage, Global Security, Motor Carrier, Facility safety, and Environmental)
  • 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01, Audit Supervisor, United Parcel Services Inc (UPS), Performed controls self-assessment aggregation based on IIA and department standards, Assists Manager in planning of audits conducted for the Asia Pacific Region (15 UPS Countries) and 34 Agent countries., Performed audits in Finance, operations and regulatory areas., Execute audits –, Adheres to new accounting guidelines to ensure successful implementation into the audit process, Allocates resources and expenses as planned to ensure audits are completed on time and within budget, Uses auditing web tool to document audit findings, Manages process of audit programs to ensure proper completion of audits., Validates appropriateness of corrective action plans results, Completes the action document to provide test results and recommendations, Interacts with District Region and corporate management to finalize audit results and obtain corrective actions, Follow-up with management to ensure corrective actions were implemented., Lead audit preparation, Develops test plans for new areas to identify milestone activities, Assists manager to complete the risk assessment process and development of audit schedules, Review audit process to ensure documentation is current and to identify any gaps in test procedures., Annual Sarbanes and Oxley Tests (SOX), Perform SOX planning on a risk-based approach, Assign SOX test to respective auditors, Perform narratives of controls with the respective Global Accounting Centers (GAC), Communicate SOX exceptions with process owners, Review and monitor corrective action plan (CAPs).
  • 2015-01-01, 2016-01-01, Audit Specialist, United Parcel Services Inc (UPS), Performed audits of Approved Services Contractors (ASC), Performed Special investigations review, Sarbanes and Oxley (SOX) testing at interim and final.
  • 2008-01-01, 2010-01-01, Assistant Manager (Executive Management Trainee), The Regent Singapore (member of Four Seasons Hotel Group), Operations planning and budgeting, Inventory Management, Managing events, planning projects, Creating new cocktails, Guest wine awareness training, Attending Department head meetings, Price setting for menu items, Staff development
  • 2007-01-01, 2008-01-01, Management Trainee, Hyatt Regency Xian, China, Dining service, Banquet events (including APEX meeting 2007), Bar and Beverage operations, Customer Communications and Customer feedback administration

References

Michael Rickit, Former UPS Senior Internal Audit Manager, +65 8876 1819, michaelrickit@gmail.com

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel to other countries to broaden my perspective of different cultures
  • Sport activities – rock-climbing, swimming and cycling
  • Reading books on culture like National Geographic and Discovery Channel

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant
  • AIA - The association Of International Accountants

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Japanese
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Senior Audit Manager

Shein
09.2023 - Current

Audit Assistant Manager

UPS Asia Group
01.2017 - 07.2023

Audit Supervisor

United Parcel Services Inc (UPS)
01.2016 - 01.2017

Audit Specialist

United Parcel Services Inc (UPS)
01.2015 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager (Executive Management Trainee)

The Regent Singapore (member of Four Seasons Hotel Group)
01.2008 - 01.2010

Management Trainee

Hyatt Regency Xian
01.2007 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Bradford

Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance -

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)

Diploma -

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)

International Hotel Management Degree -

Xijing University
  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant
  • AIA - The association Of International Accountants
Will Zhang