Jack Wong

Jack Wong (CPA) Career Summary Over 7 years of audit experience and 3 years in risk management. Strongly driven in control and process improvement couple with people-oriented focus working approach to achieve best-fit solution. Able to articulate complex topics in a clear concise manner with wide variety group of stakeholders. An independent and self-motivated professional with extensive research and writing skills looking to join a diverse team of supportive professionals to further grow and excel in the field and position. ▼ Skills & Abilities • Business & Financial Analysis • Microsoft Office (Words, Excel and PowerPoint) • Audit • SAP and ACL software• Process Gap and Improvement Analysis • People Management • Compliance and Risk • Management Reporting • Policy and Framework ▼ Work Experience January 2022 – Present Treasury & Trade Solutions (TTS) • Regional Business Risk Analyst • Citibank Berhad • Designed & established framework in reviewing and monitoring issues and corrective actions, ensuring resolution of issues and achieving business target dates in a timely manner. • Designed & established framework in reviewing and monitoring Operational Risk, bridging control gaps, ensuring implementation of preventive measures and lessons learned. • Standardised and implemented Risk Management framework in accordance to global policies and procedures. • Collate & report Key Management Indicators impacting Executive Scorecards and coordinate management requirements. • Responsible in analysing Asia Pacific Issues and Operational Risk reporting metrics data for Regional Risk and Control forums. • Facilitate data analytics on Issues and Operational Risk matters for Regulatory Exam requirements by US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). • Chaired risk review forum with senior management in reviewing & challenging control gaps and implement risk & controls transformation initiatives. • Consistent partnership with Operational Risk and Internal Audit team in addressing issues and control deficiencies. • Developed thematic reviews for the business on key trends regarding issues and operational risk with an objective in improving risk and audit metrics. • Collaborate with Global Operational Risk Partners and serve as a Triage point for Issues and Operational Risk Process Improvement Initiatives. • Contributed to multiple User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on process enhancements initiatives regarding Risk Management Systems. • Formulated monthly Asia Pacific Risk Bulletin Newsletters bringing key topics on risk and controls matters with the aim to demystify risk concepts, improve understanding, and cultivate the right mindset September 2018 – December 2021 Internal Audit (Eastern Hemisphere) • Senior Internal Auditor • Baker Hughes (M) Sdn Bhd • Contributed to critical analysis and risk assessments in relation to audits performed in Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa region; • Successfully reviewed processes and controls for financial organizations based in UAE, Hungary, Malaysia, Indonesia, Algeria, London, India and China; • Successfully reviewed multiple functions including Revenue, Inventory, Fixed Assets, Tax, Payrolls, Payables & Purchases, and Vendor Management Review Cycles; • Finalized numerous audit reports while effectively managing stakeholders' expectations; • Engaged in the development of audit controls and process improvements. November 2016 – August 2018 Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services• Senior Forensic Associate • Ernst & Young Malaysia • Worked with associates, managers and forensic specialists in various types of engagements involving: • Integrity Due Diligence • Anti-Fraud • Fraud investigation and disputes; • Performed multiple background investigations/review for local and multinational companies on matters related to conflict of interest, compliance and litigation; • Assisted in the development on anti-fraud management frameworks and business processes frameworks for clients. February 2014 – November 2016 External Audit • Senior Audit Associate • KPMG Malaysia • Completed statutory external audit for various engagement with clients in industries such as Construction, Manufacturing, Trading, Insurance, Healthcare and others; • Entrusted to run audit engagements with a team of 2 – 3 audit members, providing coaching and conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to proper accounting principles; • Evaluate internal control as part of external audit concerning the preparation of financial statements and recommended areas of improvements; • Support Audit Manager and Partner in delivering audit programs and signing of audit reports for both listed and unlisted companies; • Selected Client Portfolios: • QL Group and subsidiaries • Mitsubishi Electric Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd • ECS ICT Bhd • Naza Automotive Sdn Bhd • Malaysian Life Reinsurance Sdn Bhd ▼ Professional Qualification and Education 2019 – Certified Practicing Accountant, CPA (Australia) 2013 – Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration – University of Murdoch (Australia) 2012 – Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance – University of Queensland (Australia) ▼ Trainings and Development 2021 – Critical Thinking in the Audit Process 2020 – Key Aspects for Improved Communication, Impact & Assurance 2019 – IIA International Conference 2017 – APAC Fraud & Investigation Program ▼Extracurricular Activities • Participated in Citi Global Community Day • Volunteered for Murdoch Multidisciplinary Postgraduate Conference • Actively worked with Murdoch Corporate Team on various campus projects • Competed in the Malaysian Association of Private Colleges and Universities inter-college swimming competition • Competed in the Selangor School Sports Council swimming competition ▼ References [Available upon request.]