Ivan Cruz

Experience

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  Deloitte

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2000

  Senior External Auditor

  - Conducted external financial statements audits across multiple industries.- Participated in special reviews and due diligence projects.

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  ARAMARK

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2006

  Internal Audit Supervisor

  - Established and managed the internal audit function in a new market, ensuring alignment with corporate audit strategy.- Led the execution and supervision of operational audits, significantly enhancing internal controls and process efficiencies.- Oversaw the Corporate Business Conduct Policy, including conducting awareness meetings, investigating policy violations, and managing the Business Conduct Hotline.- Actively participated in due diligence projects, contributing to informed decision-making. Show less

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  SGS

  Mar 2007 - now

  - Continued responsibilities from the International Audit Manager position.- Expanded scope to also actively support and assist the Global Head of Internal Audit managing all aspects of the Group's Internal Audit Function (defining the annual audit plan, preparation and/or review of management's presentations, administration and staffing responsibilities, etc.).- Extensively lead and contribute to the development of Internal Audit's processes and methodology.- Maintain and enhance the internal audit software solution. Show less - Collaborated with the Global Head of Internal Audit to strategize, oversee, and implement internal audit activities, ensuring comprehensive risk-based audit coverage.- Managed and led end-to-end audits for head and branch offices worldwide.- Evaluated the adequacy of management's response to audit findings and ensured timely implementation of corrective actions.- Coordinated special audits, reviews, and consulting engagements in response to management requests.- Contributed to talent acquisition and development by assisting in recruitment, training, coaching, and mentoring of internal auditors.- Enhanced and expanded risk and control guidance for process/control owners. Show less - Led comprehensive internal audits of head and branch offices across North America, Latin America, and Spain, delivering operational and functions assessments.- Provided actionable, value-added recommendations to enhance central functions and business operations controls.- Led and mentored a team of auditors based in the Americas, fostering professional growth and accountability.- Executed post-acquisition integration reviews and conducted special audits upon management's request.- Cultivated productive relationships with regional and branch management, helping them addressing their control weaknesses.- Played a key role in the development and implementation of the Internal Audit's Quality and Improvement Program and methodology enhancements. Show less

  • Director Of Internal Audit

    Mar 2022 - now

  • International Audit Manager

    Jul 2017 - Feb 2022

  • Regional Supervisory Auditor - Team Leader (Americas)

    Mar 2007 - Jun 2017