Silvia Díaz García

Experienced professional with a strong background in audit and consulting areas, including internal audit and Big 4. Skilled in teamwork, leadership, and communication, with the ability to make significant contributions to enhance internal control processes. Advanced training in risk assessment, management controls, and audit planning.

Possesses extensive knowledge and skills in conducting internal and external audits in financial, compliance, and operational areas across various sectors, including consumer products and services. Proficient in analyzing financial statements and conducting comprehensive reviews

Internal Auditor Lead, Rich Products Corporation, México City, May 2021 - Present

• Conducting internal audits within the business processes including planning, fieldwork, identifying findings, and following up on remediation efforts. 
• Providing assurance on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Communicating audit findings and corrective actions to auditees and senior management.
• Developing and executing the annual internal audit plan for LATAM region. 
• Leading investigations fraud incidents and providing recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Interacting with Senior Management to develop audit scope and procedures and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. 
• Assisting with implementing new policies and procedures and developing training programs for Management to enhance compliance.

Corporate Internal Audit Senior, PPG Industries, Mexico City, Apr 2019 - Apr 2021

• Plan SOX audits based on risk assessments as part of the company's annual audit plan. 
• Conducted full audit cycle, including recommendations to improve company policies and procedures. 
• Demonstrated leadership skills while assisting with internal audits for new acquisitions.
• Provided guidance to identify key risks and internal controls to ensure effective compliance. 
• Communicated audit findings to management with clarity and precision, while identifying opportunities for improvement of the design and effectiveness of key controls. 
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to optimize internal processes and strengthen control mechanisms.

Internal Audit Specialist, Vitalmex, Mexico City, May 2015 - Apr 2019 

• Performing risk-based audits, and ensuring efficientand effective controlsare in place to meet objectives
• Developing audit programs identifying key risks, evaluating design of controls, testing the effectiveness of the controls.
• Preparing Audit reports, including issues, risks, recommendations, and action plans.

Audit Senior, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Mexico City, Aug 2007 - May 2015

• Conducted audits of financial statements to ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Managed and executed audit engagements, overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle.
• Provided expert audit and business advice to a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Utilized risk-based approaches to plan, develop, and execute audit engagements in a timely and cost-effective manner. 
• Reviewed walkthroughs and control testing procedures, ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory Local/SOX) requirements

2003 – 2007

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Instituto Politecnico Nacional