Safiya Wilkinson
St. Lucy,Barbados
Summary
Forward-thinking, seasoned audit professional; knowledgeable about risk mitigation strategies, cost reduction options and business processes. Demonstrates integrity, critical thinking and a tech-savvy approach to projects.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2011 - Current
- Currently, championing the implementation of audit software and transition to the new Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Established and chairs a forum for chief audit executives (from other state-owned enterprises) to foster synergies.
- Enhance audit quality by developing risk-based audit plans.
- Lead the internal audit team and collaborated with cross-functional teams, especially the risk management unit to conduct comprehensive audits across various business units.
- Increased efficiency in audit processes by leveraging data analytics tools.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of processes and developed recommendations to mitigate risks and promote continuous improvement.
- Prepare accurate audit reports that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to management teams.
Internal Audit Associate
Arawak Cement Company Limited
10.2007 - 12.2010
- Prepared working papers and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
- Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision-makers.
- Lead Auditor on ISO audit engagements.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Conduct the audit segment orientation for company-wide onboarding.
Accounts Clerk
Arawak Cement Company Limited
12.2005 - 09.2007
- Processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.
- Contributed to month-end closing procedures by preparing detailed accounts receivable aging reports for management review.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure accurate application of payments, credits, and adjustments to client accounts.
- Supported cash forecasting initiatives by providing accurate data on outstanding receivables and expected payments from clients.
Education
Certified Internal Auditor
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Florida, USA12.2025
Master of Science - Business Analytics (Healthcare Analytics)
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Texas, USACERTIFICATES:
Barbados Community College- Industry Services Unit
St. Michael, BarbadosInventory And Warehouse Management
University of West Indies (CPDLL)
St. Michael, BarbadosBachelor of Science - Economics & Accounting
University of The West Indies (Cave Hill Campus)
St. Michael, BarbadosAssociate of Arts - Accounting And Economics
Barbados Community College
St. Michael BarbadosISO 17025- Laboratory Management Systems
Premier Quality Services Limited
Macoya, Trinidad & TobagoISO 14001- Environmental Management Systems
Premier Quality Services Limited
Macoya, Trinidad & TobagoISO 9001 Quality Management System
Caribbean Institute For Quality
Charlieville, Trinidad & TobagoSkills
- Risk Management
- Attention to Detail
- Audit management
- Business Process Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Data Analytics
- Internal Controls
- Professional
- Tech-savvy
CREDIT UNION MOVEMENT EXPERIENCE
AffinityPlus Cooperative Credit Union Limited (previously Barbados Workers Union Cooperative Credit Union Limited)
I have sat on various committees and served as Assistant Secretary, Secretary and Chairman of the Supervisory Committee. I was instrumental in developing the Supervisory Committee Charter, instituting a Committee Work Plan, conducting independent reviews and streamlining the reporting process between the Internal Audit function and the Committee.
Additionally, several training opportunities were seized.
Committees:
- Credentials
- Nominations
- Supervisory
- Finance & Accounting
Training:
- Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) Convention 2017
- Seven Highly Effective Habits of a Supervisory Committee
- Credit Initiation, Underwriting & Monitoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Supervisory Committee Orientation
- Board of Directors Orientation
- Credit Committee Orientation
Additional Information
ISOs Certificates- 9001, 14001 and 17025
License Bailiff
License Real Estate Agent
International Bar and Restaurant Management
Masonry
Introduction to Manicures and Pedicures
District Emergency Organisation Zone Leader and Damage Assessor training
Affiliations
- Member, The Institute of Internal Auditors
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2011 - Current
Internal Audit Associate
Arawak Cement Company Limited
10.2007 - 12.2010
Accounts Clerk
Arawak Cement Company Limited
12.2005 - 09.2007
Certified Internal Auditor
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Master of Science - Business Analytics (Healthcare Analytics)
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
CERTIFICATES:
Barbados Community College- Industry Services Unit
Inventory And Warehouse Management
University of West Indies (CPDLL)
Bachelor of Science - Economics & Accounting
University of The West Indies (Cave Hill Campus)
Associate of Arts - Accounting And Economics
Barbados Community College
ISO 17025- Laboratory Management Systems
Premier Quality Services Limited
ISO 14001- Environmental Management Systems
Premier Quality Services Limited
ISO 9001 Quality Management System
Caribbean Institute For Quality
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