Shirley Ramos Salgado

Director of Internal Audit @Publix Employees Federal Credit Union

Lakeland, FL, US

Plan, oversee, and execute comprehensive internal audits to assess the effectiveness of financial controls, risk management practices, and operational processes across the credit union- Lead a team of internal auditors in conducting thorough reviews of financial statements, accounting practices, and compliance with regulatory requirements- Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and internal control measures, and provide strategic recommendations to senior management and the Supervisory Committee to enhance governance, mitigate risks, and drive operational excellence- Collaborate closely with external auditors and regulators to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and adherence to industry best practices- Implement data analytics and audit automation tools to improve the efficiency and quality of the audit process- Mentor and develop the internal audit team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development- Serve as a subject matter expert on cross-functional teams, providing guidance on the legal, regulatory, operational, and financial impacts of new processes and ensuring adequate controls are in place- Review department policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements and sound practices- Maintain up-to-date skills and competencies through ongoing professional training and self-study