The Audit Podcast

This week’s episode, The Audit Podcast does a special 'Best of the How-To's' edition. This episode features multiple experts who explain the "how" behind their insights. From thought leadership to actionable steps, we've compiled practical advice you can implement right away.   Be sure to connect with Be sure to connect with us 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 1:32 - Andre Reid - How to Add Value to your Organization 4:30 - Dr. Rainer Lenz - Actionable to be More Effective 6:28 - Jami Shine - How to Realize your Strengths and Weaknesses 8:24 - Judson Aiken - How to Get Started with ESG 10:37 - JT Erwin - How to get into Data as an Auditor   *   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.  

Ep 195: Best of the How-To's: Actionable Advice from Experts - Part 1   This week’s episode, The Audit Podcast does a special 'Best of the How-To's' edition. This episode features multiple experts who explain the "how" behind their insights. From thought leadership to actionable steps, we've compiled practical advice you can implement right away.   Be sure to connect with Be sure to connect with us 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 1:52 - Melissa Pici - College Courses for CPEs 3:13 - Charlie Page - Learning SQL Skills 4:31 - Daniel McCarville - Bedford’s Law First Digit Test 11:25 - Clarissa Lucas - How to Get Clean Data Faster 14:00 - Christopher Chin - How to Create Clarity with Data Visualizations   *   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, Chelsea Smith, Chief Executive Officer & Information Security Consultant at CAJ Cyber Consulting LLC, joins the show.  In this episode, Chelsea shares her insights on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), emphasizing information security and business process analysis. She offers tips on enhancing information security, improving communication between Internal Audit teams and SICOs, and explores use cases involving cyber analytics.   Be sure to connect with Chelsea 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 3:08- How a Privacy Expert Uses ChatGPT 10:21 - The Flexibility of Living Life in Sprints 14:06 - Cyber Analytics Use Case Examples 20:31 - The impact of AI on SICOs 22:25 - Improving Communication Between Internal Audit Teams and SICOs 24:21 - Sensitive Data and the Risks of AI Tools 27:27 - Mitigating Personal Risk 30:52 - How Cyber Security can be Improved with Data Analytics   *   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, Richard Chambers, former president and CEO of the IIA and Senior Advisor, Risk and Audit at AuditBoard, joins the show.  In this episode, Richard shares the integration of strategic planning into the latest IIA Standards. He provides valuable insights on crafting a strategic plan, the importance of a strategic vision, and techniques for implementing tactical accountability.   Be sure to connect with Richard 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 3:05 - ChatGPT 6:33 - Strategy Being Integrated into the New Standards 9:31 - Developing Strategies for Internal Audit 11:30 - Blueprint for Developing a Strategic Plan 15:37 - The Purpose of a Strategic Vision 19:05 - Tactical Accountability 21:36 - Internal Auditors in the Era of Permacrisis 24:00 - Critical Success Factors vs. KPIs 25:34 - Advice for Internal Auditors on Creating Strategies 27:55 - Final Thoughts   *   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.

Scott Madenburg, Founder and President of ARC∙Hybrid, shares his extensive insights and strategies for success in the audit field. He emphasizes the importance of securing a seat at the table and balancing recruitment with character assessment. Scott discusses the repercussions of cost-cutting in organizations and how to build an internal audit department from scratch. He advocates for fostering strong stakeholder relationships while highlighting the significance of skill diversity and open communication in audit teams.

This week, our guest is Malcom, Former Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Internal Audit Digital Transformation and Data Analytics at Northern Trust. Dave recounts his mid-40s retirement journey and his subsequent decision to return with the desire to help internal auditors in his organization.   In this episode, he reveals his approach to establishing an internal audit department, discusses the expected duties of the audit committee, and underscores the credibility boost through the strategic use of data analytics to identify outliers.   Be sure to connect with Dave 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 5:28 - Coming Out of Retirement 9:10 - The Impact of Generative AI 10:28 - The Importance of Investing in Data Analytics 13:58 - Data Literacy 16:21 - How to Make your Audit Department Better 19:23 - What to Expect from the Audit Committee 27:27 - How to Achieve Quantitative Risk Assessments 31:00 - Final Thoughts   *   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 Christopher Jessup, Manager Audit Analytics at CSX. In this episode, Chris defines what makes a proficient data analyst, strategies for identifying the ideal candidate within your team, and the essential steps to elevate your internal audit department to the next level.   Resources: David Hill Article - Is the term "Data Analytics" causing an issue?   Be sure to connect with  Chris 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 6:07 - Payroll Fraud Use Case 8:45 - What Makes for a Great Data Analyst Candidate 16:37 - Promoting Data Analyst From Within Your Team 21:50 - Building Your Data Analytics Resources 25:23 - Upskilling Your Audit Department 28:20 - Final Thoughts   *   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 Melissa Pici, Sr. IT Audit Manager at Syniverse. In this episode, Melissa discusses the best ways to find and develop the Next Gen Auditors within your organization. We touch on topics including candidate screening during recruitment, team upskilling, and the critical significance of passion, curiosity, and drive in the audit profession.   Be sure to connect with Melissa 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 2:36 – Internet Browsing History 6:17 - Internal Audit and Data Analytics 7:40 - Data Ccientists vs. Data Analysts 10:37 - Audit Analytics Conference 12:45 - Next Gen Auditors 18:03 - Screening Candidates for Passion, Curiosity, and Drive 21:07 - How to Upskill Your Team 25:38 - Accountability 28:42 - What is a Calibration Meeting 32:57 - Next Gen Managers 36:54 - Final Thoughts   *   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 Judson Aiken, Head of Risk and ESG Solutions at AuditBoard. In this episode, Judson delves into the realm of ESG and the SEC's climate-related disclosure rules. He discusses audit's role, where teams are on the maturity model, the timeline for compliance, and what Internal Audit should be doing next regardless of where they are now.   Be sure to connect with Judson 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 the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.   Timecodes: 4:26 - Climate-Related Disclosure Are Here 5:18 - Implementing ESG in Various Maturity Models 7:48 - How to Start ESG 9:30 - The Social Aspect of ESG 10:58 - the Role of ESG in Audit 16:00 - Background for an ESG Controller 16:53 - SOX and ESG 19:50 - The Impact of ESG on ERM 22:33 - How to Begin the ESG Process 28:18 - Final Thoughts   *   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.

Charlie Page, Associate Director of Internal Audit at Verizon, shares his expertise in accelerating audit report generation. He delves into identifying bottlenecks and enhancing data literacy among auditors. The conversation highlights the contrast between traditional and Agile methodologies, emphasizing early alignment and continuous development. Page also discusses how maintaining transparency and accountability fosters a culture of efficiency in auditing. Tune in for insights that could transform your auditing processes!