Krisha MacAraig
Global IT Audit Senior Manager @Mars
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WORK HISTORY
Global IT Audit Senior Manager @Mars
London, GB
As an IT Senior Manager within the Internal Audit Operational Excellence (OPEX) team at Mars, I lead the end-to-end delivery of the IT audit plan, driving operational excellence and strategic risk management across the organization’s technology landscape. My role blends hands-on audit execution with leadership in process improvement, collaboration, and governance to ensure robust controls and insightful risk mitigation.Day-to-Day Responsibilities- Lead and execute comprehensive IT audits across regions, aligning with risk priorities and compliance standards- Engage early with IT, Data Analytics, and business teams to define scope, risks, and controls- Drive operational excellence through best practices and peer reviews, ensuring accurate, timely audit deliverables- Develop and refine the annual IT risk assessment framework with senior leadership- Prepare and present audit plan updates and pre-reads to governance bodies for informed decision-making- Mentor and develop audit team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.Impact and Achievements- Successfully delivered the IT audit plan on time, with documented collaboration from IT and Data Analytics teams in every audit- Elevated audit quality and consistency through standardized processes and peer reviews, achieving increased data accuracy and timely completion of audit documentation- Spearheaded the development and approval of a comprehensive IT risk assessment framework, enhancing risk visibility and audit effectiveness- Strengthened governance by ensuring on-time submission and high approval rates of audit plan changes, supporting agile and transparent audit management.This role empowers me to be a catalyst for positive change within Mars’ IT environment by ensuring robust risk management and control frameworks are in place. Through strategic leadership and precise audit execution, I foster a culture of continuous improvement and trust across the organization.
EDUCATION
University of Santo Tomas
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accountancy
ABOUT KRISHA MACARAIG
With over 10 years of experience in assurance and consulting services, I apply my expertise to support trust, transparency, and effective risk management across the global organizations I work with.Holding credentials as both a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), I bring deep knowledge in accounting and auditing standards, IT systems and controls, and data analysis and reporting. My core strengths include data assurance, IT governance, SOX compliance, and third-party assurance—skills honed across diverse industries and client engagements.I am passionate about collaborating with dynamic teams to deliver high-quality, value-added services, helping stakeholders identify risks, optimize performance, and achieve their strategic goals. My mission is to leverage my expertise in IT audit and risk management to strengthen companies’ internal controls, enhance governance frameworks, and drive risk-aware decision-making. By partnering with stakeholders across the business, I aim to provide valuable insights that not only help safeguard assets and ensure compliance but also support the companies in achieving its strategic objectives with resilience and transparency.
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