Prisca Obikpe
Bradford,United Kingdom
Summary
Certified Internal Auditor with 7+ years of experience leading risk-based audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance for Financial Services (Banking, Insurance, Asset Management) in Africa and United Kingdom. Expertise in managing audit teams, executing complex audits, and aligning governance frameworks with PRA/FCA regulations and ISO standards (ISO 27001, ISO 22301).
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
KPMG LLP
Leeds, United Kingdom
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Lead co-sourced and outsourced internal audit engagements, including planning, execution and reporting, ensuring timely delivery of high quality audits
- Manage team of 4 auditors, providing coaching, mentorship and performance feedback to enhance team effectiveness
- Directed Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to complete specialised audits across various domains such as credit risk, financial crime, cybersecurity, operational resilience and risk management reviews
- Identified risks, assessed controls, and developed recommendations to mitigate risks and improve processes
- Contributed to development and implementation of annual audit plan, aligning audit activities with organisational objectives
- Prepared audit reports to Audit Committees and senior management, highlighting key findings, key themes and recommendations
- Collaborated with senior management to address audit findings and implement corrective action plans
- Tracked outstanding management actions through to closure, ensuring actions are appropriately resolved with sufficient supporting evidence
Senior Associate
KPMG Advisory Services
Lagos, Nigeria
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Led team of 20 auditors to conduct outsourced internal audit reviews for multinational bank
- Designed governance structures for multinational financial institutions, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements
- Conducted SOX/internal controls over financial reporting reviews including tests of design and test of operating effectiveness for financial institutions
- Provided regulatory compliance review services assessing adherence to multiple governance rulebook and framework
- Directed preparation and delivery of audit reports to audit committees, highlighting key risk areas and process improvements
- Developed audit programs and testing procedures tailored to specific audit objectives
Semi-Senior Associate
KPMG Advisory Services
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed and executed co-sourced risk-based audit reviews across 210 branches of leading commercial bank, overseeing team of 22 Analysts
- Improved team productivity by 95% and audit quality through introduction of weekly knowledge sharing sessions
- Developed and implemented strategies for better documentation and real-time review of audit workpapers, leveraging cloud-based tools
- Coached and mentored newly recruited Analysts for improved productivity and work output
Analyst
KPMG Advisory Services
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Evaluated effectiveness of directors on company boards ensuring high compliance levels with regulatory standards
- Conducted risk-based audits, developed detailed audit reports and presented findings to key stakeholders
- Fostered employee welfare by implementing strategic initiatives to promote work-life balance in department
- Played integral role in developing remote audit processes, leading to increased client engagement and satisfaction rate of 95%
- Prepared comprehensive audit plans and reports, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of audit services to clients
Graduate Intern
KPMG Advisory Services
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided administrative support during offsite audits from scheduling meetings to tracking chargeable hours for staff and Interns
- Coordinated domestic travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation
- Supported other teams and seniors during slow periods to maintain team productivity
- Assisted Team Lead in drafting 36 internal audit reports with detailed findings and practical recommendations to strengthen overall controls of companies
Graduate teaching assistant
Trans Ekulu Girls' Secondary School
Enugu, Nigeria
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Taught over 50 Junior and Senior High School students in mathematics
- Helped struggling students with personalised tutoring and support
- Implemented engaging activities during lessons enhancing concentration levels among pupils.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Imo State University
Skills
- Internal Audit Management
- Corporate Governance
- Regulatory Compliance (SOX, AML/CTF)
- Risk Management
- Data Analysis and Visualisation (IDEA and Power BI)
- Team Leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Stakeholder Management
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Certification
- Certified Internal Auditor, Institute of Internal Auditors, 09/2023
- Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cisco Networking Academy, 02/2022
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, In progress
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance, In progress
Custom
- School Governor, Cross Gates Primary School, Leeds, United Kingdom, 05/2024, Present
- Secretary, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) – Enugu East Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria, 01/2016, 10/2016, Planned and organised seminars and outreaches to high-school students within the community on drug abuse.
- Member and Vice President, Red Cross Society of Nigeria, Owerri, Nigeria, 09/2006, 07/2010, Sourced for donations ranging from food items to clothing for charity homes and organised periodic visitations.
Timeline
Assistant Manager Internal Audit
KPMG LLP
08.2022 - 02.2025
Senior Associate
KPMG Advisory Services
10.2021 - 07.2022
Semi-Senior Associate
KPMG Advisory Services
01.2021 - 09.2021
Analyst
KPMG Advisory Services
05.2018 - 12.2020
Graduate Intern
KPMG Advisory Services
11.2016 - 04.2018
Graduate teaching assistant
Trans Ekulu Girls' Secondary School
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Certified Internal Auditor, Institute of Internal Auditors, 09/2023
- Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cisco Networking Academy, 02/2022
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, In progress
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance, In progress
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Imo State University
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