Katia L.
Senior Internal Audit and Risk Management Consultant
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Katia L. is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in Internal Audit, Internal Control, Risk Management, Compliance, and Process Improvement, working with multinational consulting firms and leading corporations across the manufacturing, energy, mining, financial services, and consumer sectors. Proven in enhancing control environments, she has consistently led risk assessments and audit strategies, boosting operational efficiencies. Her expertise spans SOX compliance, AML/CTF controls, and governance, with a strong capability in strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution. In her recent role as an Internal Control Senior Analyst at San Miguel Industrias PET, Katia executed comprehensive control plans and developed compliance risk matrices, notably enhancing compliance and governance practices. Previously a Senior Internal Audit Consultant at Protiviti, she led audits and advised on improvements for prominent clients in diverse industries. Katia's educational background includes an MBA in Marketing from ESAN Graduate School of Business and further studies from the London School of Economics.
Experience
Internal Control Senior Analyst
San Miguel Industrias PET · 2022 — 2023Executed work plans for internal control and conducted ongoing monitoring across operations. Performed risk assessments and control evaluations, while designing remediation strategies. Ensured compliance with internal control and risk management policies, reviewed purchasing release strategies, and managed intercompany transfers. Oversaw SAP transaction access approvals and control governance. Developed compliance risk matrices related to anti-corruption and AML risks, and maintained regulatory documentation to strengthen control systems.Senior Internal Audit Consultant
Protiviti · 2019 — 2021Managed internal audit and risk assessment engagements for major clients, including those in mining, energy, automotive, and banking sectors. Created and executed annual audit plans while following up on remediation activities. Conducted operational risk audits in accordance with regulatory frameworks, and led AML and Counter-Terrorism Financing audits. Provided advice to clients on enhancing control mechanisms and governance practices.General Coordinator
Pura Vibra Producciones · 2016 — 2019Directed the complete operations of event production, including managing budgets, contracts, and logistics. Oversaw process planning from the pre-production phase through to the event closing.External Consultant
APROPO · 2015 — 2016Created a market expansion study and developed strategies for portfolio growth. Designed the marketing approach for the OK Condoms brand, while providing diagnostic insights on products and making recommendations for cost optimization.SOX Compliance Auditor – Latin America, U.S. & Europe
J. Walter Thompson (JWT) · 2010 — 2011Conducted SOX internal control assessments at multinational agencies, focusing on enhancing compliance in financial and operational processes.Senior Consultant – Advisory
Ernst & Young · 2007 — 2010Led projects centered on process redesign and internal controls. Developed and implemented policies and procedures pertinent to oil and gas operations, and evaluated SOX 404 compliance and control maturity frameworks.Senior Auditor – Audit
Ernst & Young · 2004 — 2007Performed external audits and internal control reviews along with financial diagnostics. Evaluated IFRS financial statements and crafted management recommendations.Payments Coordinator (Seasonal Role)
Pura Vibra ProduccionesManaged payment processes, including documentation validation and approvals.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MBA (Major in Marketing)ESAN Graduate School of Business
- B.A. Business Administration & FinanceUniversidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
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