Rachel Thompson

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: rachel.thompson@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: rachelthompsonexaminer

Summary

With 9 years of experience in financial examination, I have consistently led comprehensive reviews of financial institutions, ensuring adherence to Central Bank of Ireland regulations and international financial reporting standards. My expertise includes identifying high-risk areas in financial operations, assessing internal controls, and providing actionable recommendations that have enhanced compliance frameworks and mitigated financial risks by an average of 15% across various engagements.

Proficient in leveraging advanced analytical tools for forensic accounting and financial statement analysis, I have a proven track record of uncovering irregularities and safeguarding market integrity. I am adept at translating complex financial data into clear, concise reports for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Experience

Senior Financial Examiner, Central Bank of Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2018 – present

• Led examination teams for 20+ financial institutions, including banks and investment firms, assessing compliance with MiFID II, AML/CFT, and Solvency II directives.

• Identified critical control deficiencies in credit risk management leading to the implementation of enhanced monitoring protocols, reducing potential exposure by 10% annually.

• Authored 50+ detailed examination reports, presenting findings and recommendations directly to institutional boards and senior management, ensuring regulatory adherence.

• Developed and delivered training modules on emerging regulatory trends and examination best practices for junior examiners, improving team efficiency by 15%.

Financial Examiner & Consultant, KPMG Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

July 2015 – Aug 2018

• Conducted independent financial examinations and assurance reviews for diverse clients in the financial services sector, including insurance companies and asset managers.

• Performed forensic analysis on financial statements and transaction data to identify potential fraud and non-compliance, recovering over €500,000 for clients.

• Assisted clients in preparing for regulatory audits, ensuring all documentation and processes met Central Bank requirements, resulting in 100% successful audit outcomes.

• Collaborated with legal teams to provide expert testimony and reports in cases involving financial disputes and regulatory breaches.

Education

University College Dublin (UCD), MSc in Accounting and Finance -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2014 – June 2015

Trinity College Dublin, B.A. (Hons) in Business and Economics -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2011 – June 2014

Skills

Regulatory Compliance & Standards: MiFID II, AML/CFT, Solvency II, IFRS, Basel III, GDPR, Central Bank of Ireland Regulations

Examination & Audit Methodologies: Risk-Based Examinations, Financial Statement Analysis, Internal Control Assessment, Forensic Accounting, Fraud Detection, Data Analytics

Financial Analysis Tools: ACL Analytics, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), SQL, Bloomberg Terminal, Reuters Eikon

Reporting & Communication: Regulatory Report Writing, Stakeholder Presentations, Policy Development, Technical Documentation, Negotiation

Risk Management: Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Market Risk, Liquidity Risk, Compliance Risk