The Audit Podcast

This week, our guest is Andre Reid, Senior Vice President of Compliance & Internal Audit and Chief Audit Executive at Jackson Health System. On this episode, we discuss what happens in a one-on-one Board briefing, effective team-building ideas, and how to help your organization from a cyber perspective. Be sure to connect with Andre on LinkedIn. Resources: IIA Standards Public Comments Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

Derry Herring, Chief Audit Executive at Protective Life, and Alicja Arnold, Lead Audit Analyst and UAB instructor, offer valuable insights into analytics programs. They discuss the challenges faced by CAEs in supporting these programs and share the evolving landscape from traditional methods to advanced systems. The duo highlights the power of storytelling and data visualization in enhancing communication with stakeholders. They also explore the importance of collaboration within audit teams and the pursuit of advanced technologies like predictive analytics.

This week, our guest is Paul Sobel, Senior Advisor of the International Internal Audit Standards Board. Paul's extensive experience and expertise make him the perfect person to share his perspective on the new proposed IIA Standards. On this episode, we discuss why the proposed standards is such a big deal, what makes this update different, and why internal auditor should care about it. Be sure to connect with Paul on LinkedIn. Resources: IIA Standards Public Comments Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, our guest is Pat Niemann, Partner at EY. On his episode, Pat shares valuable insights on the skills and qualities that are essential for aspiring and current CAEs. He also sheds light on the intricacies of the CAE and audit committee relationship and the importance of transparency in the audit process. Be sure to connect with Pat on LinkedIn. Resources: Top concerns for audit committees | Tapestry Networks Audit committee leadership practices | Tapestry Networks Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, our guest is Taylor Fox, Internal Audit Manager at Helena Agri-Enterprises. On his episode, Taylor shares his insights on recruiting and retention for modern times, why passion for the profession is a key factor for success, and how to effectively work with Gen Z and how their unique traits and characteristics can be an asset in the workplace. Be sure to connect with Tayloron LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

Next in line for the 2022 Internal Audit Beacon Awards winners spotlight on The Audit Podcast is Alaba Awolaja. Alaba is Chief Managing Consultant at GOARISC & Oversight. During the podcast, Alaba shares his viewpoint as an "internal audit fundamentalist" and emphasizes that auditors should have a clear understanding of the objective and purpose of their work. We also discussed his approach to continuous learning, and the need to learn about internal audit from A to Z. Be sure to connect with Alaba on LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, Dominic Simonton, Chief Audit Executive of the 99 Cents Only Stores, on joins the show. On his episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of what happens behind the scenes in a one-on-one meeting with the audit committee chair. Also, Dominic shares his perspective on the importance of over-communication as a CAE, the top topics he's been discussing with his CAE peers, and what topics CAEs should consider discussing with their CEOs during quarterly meetings. Be sure to connect with Dominic on LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, Janet Pruitt Head of Internal Audit at TDECU, joins the show. On her episode, Janet shares her insights on developing partnerships with your third line relationships, how to attain a seat at the table to help organizations achieve their strategic goals, and offers unique advice on hiring and retaining talent. Be sure to connect with Janet on LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, Tim Leech, the Founder and Managing Director at Risk Oversight Solutions, joins the show. Tim, a recognized thought leader in the internal audit and risk management space, has been named to several prestigious lists, including the top ten internal audit and risk thought leaders of the decade globally in 2019. During the podcast, Tim shares his concerns about the current purpose statement from the new IIA standards and emphasizes the need for internal audit to become more customer-centric and demand-driven. Resources: The Efficient and Effective Internal Auditor Be sure to connect with Tim on LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.

This week, Kyle Kiider, Chief Audit Executive and Director of Internal Audit at BigBear.ai, joins the show. With his expertise in AI-powered analytics and cyber engineering solutions, Kyle supports mission-critical operations and decision-making in complex real-world environments. On the episode, we discuss how to build an internal audit department, the gap that Kyle would fill if he started his own consulting company, and a peek behind the curtain of the audit committee. Resources: Kyle's blog Be sure to connect with Kyle on LinkedIn. Also, be sure to follow us on our new social media accounts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check out my favorite part of the interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel. * This podcast is brought to you by Greenskies Analytics, the services firm that helps auditors leap-frog up the analytics maturity model. Their approach for launching audit analytics programs with a series of proven quick-win analytics will guarantee the results worthy of the analytics hype. Whether your audit team needs a data strategy, methodology, governance, literacy, or anything else related to audit and analytics, schedule time with Greenskies Analytics.