Badal Patel

About Badal Patel

Visionary leader with over 17 years of experience transforming data analytics, AI, and internal audit processes to deliver measurable impact in financial risk, compliance, and business intelligence. As the Global Head of Data Analytics & Innovation at Meta, I lead the integration of advanced analytics, generative AI, and automation to reshape audit operations, drive efficiency, and enhance decision-making.Leveraging deep technical expertise in Python, SQL, and Alteryx, I have developed scalable solutions that optimize operational efficiency and align with enterprise objectives. Throughout my career, I have driven innovation through generative AI platforms, full-population testing, and automated monitoring solutions, setting new standards for audit transformation.Key achievements:• Designed and deployed a secure generative AI platform, achieving full team adoption and enhancing audit reporting efficiency by 30%.• Automated key audit processes through scalable monitoring solutions, saving thousands of hours annually.• Created a data-driven culture by integrating advanced analytics across audit processes and aligning strategies with enterprise objectives.I thrive on tackling complex challenges at the intersection of analytics, risk management, and innovation, empowering organizations to stay ahead in an ever-evolving business landscape. Let’s connect to explore insights and opportunities for collaboration.

Experience

1. Head of Data Analytics and Innovation, Internal Audit

   Meta

   Jun 2022 — Present

   Leading the integration of data analytics and AI into Internal Audit processes to improve efficiency, enhance risk management, and support informed decision-making. Oversee strategies that align audit operations with enterprise objectives and promote continuous improvement/innovation.

Education

• Pace University

  MBA

  2012

• Rutgers University

  Bachelor of Arts

  2008

• Stanford University

  Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM)

  2013

Skills

• Financial Modeling
• Business Process
• Financial Analysis
• Budgets
• Access
• Finance
• Account Reconciliation
• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Sql
• Billing Systems
• Fraud
• Training
• Testing
• Financial Forecasting
• Auditing
• Strategy
• Leadership
• Analysis
• Sarbanes-Oxley
• Internal Audit
• Preparation
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Business Intelligence
• Internal Controls
• Software Documentation
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management
• Essbase
• Excel
• Sap
• Hyperion Enterprise
• Business Process Improvement
• Data Analysis
• Forecasting
• Managerial Finance
• Variance Analysis
• Reconciliation
• Management
• Microsoft Office