Participated in projects focused on internal control and internal audit in top-5 Russian banks: - Establishing “from scratch” a framework for permanent analysis of a bank’s internal control system aimed at detecting control gaps where i) I set up regular collection and processing of data required for permanent analysis (incl. results of fraud case investigations); ii) I identified internal control gaps in business processes and suggested areas for detailed study; iii) I participated in determining early warning signals for preventive detection of risk areas and suggestion of corrective measures. - Prepared an internal audit methodology for regulatory requirements on IRB (internal ratings based) approach incl. audit programs and detailed check-lists as well as list of required data, internal policies, IT systems required for executing IRB audits. Also interacted with external consultants (Big 4) regarding methodological and practical issues of auditing IRB implementation, few minor comments were received.

- Supervised 5-6 engagements at a time, incl. preparation and agreeing the audit report. All engagements were completed in strict accordance with agreed timeline, budget and international standards on auditing/ COSO framework as well as with high-level satisfaction of internal clients. - Managed audit teams of up to 20 people (incl. IT-auditors and data analytics). Recruited, trained and regularly assessed audit staff. As a career coach helped build and follow career paths of 4 senior auditors. - Quarterly performed a bank-wide risk analysis and prepared proposals for the audit plan. Communicated regularly with management to obtain and analyze required information. - Underwent 2 external assessments of the audit team for compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) by the French Institute of Internal Auditors. Executed regular quality assurance reviews in accordance with ISA and communicated results (issues observed and actions required) to audit teams. - Investigated potential fraud cases involving retail/corporate clients together with Internal Security, recommended business processes re-engineering/controls enforcement. - Followed up implementation of audit recommendations, incl. regular meetings with and escalation of problem recommendations to responsible top management, to reduce the number of overdue ones. - Prepared different parts of regular reporting to Audit Committee and Board of Directors. - Prepared an internal audit methodology for regulatory requirements on IRB (internal ratings based) approach. - Participated in answering requests from Central Bank and external auditors.

- Took the role of Acting Head of Internal Audit (6 months), presented results of Internal Audit to Board of Directors and proposed the next year audit plan. - Supervised 3-4 engagements (10 people) at a time, incl. preparation and agreeing the audit report, fully conforming to agreed timeline, budget and international standards on auditing. - Performed continuous risk assessment taking into account Bank’s strategic goals by means of regular communication with Bank’s management, with further proposals for the audit plan. - Followed up implementation of recommendations, incl. regular meetings with CEO. - Prepared the obligatory reporting form №0409639, participated in answering requests from Central Bank and external auditors.

- Performed audit testing of key banking activities, incl. mortgage business and supporting functions, involving junior and IT auditors. - Followed up implementation of audit recommendations. - Participated in annual risk assessment and preparation of the audit plan. - Updated Internal Audit Charter, prepared the obligatory reporting form №0409639, participated in answering requests from Central Bank and external auditors.

- Managed Group's daily open currency position, net interest margin and maturity gaps, incl. daily control of compliance with regulatory requirements, internally set limits and covenants as well as preparation of daily BS, PL and CF for management and IFRS purposes. - Carried out impact study for planned transactions in terms of regulatory requirements, IFRS accounting, taxes, currency position and resources availability, then initiated transactions and obtained sign-off from stakeholders involved. - Searched for opportunities to improve investing processes/control weaknesses, elaborated action plans and followed up their implementation. - Provided insight into accounting treatment (RAP and IFRS) and taxation of treasury operations. - Prepared financials in accordance with IFRS, communicated with auditors, authored RAP and IFRS accounting policies for financial instruments (valuation, derivatives). - Communicated with shareholders and external counterparts (investors, creditors, rating agencies): prepared Group treasury reports, performed financial feasibility analysis of new investments/products, ad hoc calculations/presentations.

- Prepared and audited consolidated financial statements of large financial groups under IFRS and RAP. - Managed multi-location assurance engagements for banks, brokerage and asset management, leasing and real estate companies at all stages (planning, staffing, execution) by supervising teams of up to 10 people. - Сompleted consulting engagements (internal control weaknesses, business processes improvement, performance improvements). - Provided assurance for valuation (leased assets, business, real estate), bond issue and securitisation projects. - Conducted quantitative impact study under Basel II, Basel II.5 and Basel III for a large Russian bank. - Assessed Basel II readiness (gap analysis) for a large Russian bank.

- Researched in financial risk management (interest swaps etc.) in development and construction. - Searched opportunities for public-private partnerships. - Performed construction costs analysis and budgets discipline.