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Raynard Tomlinson

Kingston

Summary

Experienced IT Auditor with a proven track record at KPMG Jamaica, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail. Recognized for leading high-performing teams, enhancing system controls, and fostering client relationships. Adept in IT audit processes and mentoring staff, demonstrating resilience under pressure.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Audit Manager

KPMG Jamaica
10.2024 - Current
  • Lead and manage a team of professional auditors throughout all phases of the audit life cycle.
  • Lead IT audits to assess and test the operating effect of general and IT application controls.
  • Plan, manage, and execute IT audit engagements which includes liaising with clients, collecting data, documenting and the evaluation IT processes, policies and perform detail review and provide feedback on the work of team members
  • Develop strong relationships with clients through clear communication, transparency, and professionalism throughout the entire audit process.
  • Review budget, planning documents and management letter points prepared by team members
  • Assist with training initiatives and develop skills and competencies of junior and senior staff
  • Lead multiple audit engagement simultaneously
  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients including both verbally and written


Assistant IT Audit Manger

KPMG Jamaica
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills during audit execution and manage teamwork and responsibility among engagement team members
  • Lead engagement teams performing the evaluation and testing of general and IT application controls on multiple engagements and review work performed in accordance to quality standards
  • Demonstrated the ability to to discuss and resolve audit issues and recommendations with client management
  • Review budget, planning documents and management letter points prepared by team members
  • Develop strong relationships with clients through clear communication, transparency, and professionalism throughout the entire audit process.
  • Assist with junior and senior staff development and training initiatives

Senior IT Audit Associate

KPMG Jamaica
10.2020 - 01.2024
  • Assisted with identifying audit risks, preparing budgets, and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports
  • Perform auditing work and the evaluation of general and IT application controls in accordance with applicable auditing standards and principles.
  • Prepare working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Prepare comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement
  • Effectively communicate audit findings and status with both internal team and audit clients
  • Support junior team members and provide coaching to further develop their skills and understanding


Junior IT Audit Associate

KPMG Jamaica
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Assist in process walkthrough and data collection activities in order to understand business processes and obtain audit evidence.
  • Perform evaluation and testing of general and IT application controls
  • Prepare working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with applicable auditing standards and principles.
  • Nominated for employee of the year and employee of the quarter

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Business Systems Support Associate

Sagicor Group
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Monitor critical IT systems and services using software tools and provide first level support duties to ensure maximum systems availability and minimize down time of critical components
  • Send updates and notifications to stakeholders and Contact Center team on issues and events impacting clients in a timely manner and within established SLA's
  • Perform scheduled data extractions and upload activities on business applications
  • Troubleshoot, resolve or escalate team member's software issues outside of regular work hours when the IT Helpdesk team is unavailable

Workstation Administrator (Intern)

Sagicor Group
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Troubleshooting of critical IT systems utilized in the operations of the organization
  • Perform installation and upgrade of network hardware and software components
  • Repair and restoration of defective computer equipment
  • Train users in the proper use of printers/copiers/scanners/fax machines throughout the organization
  • Assist the Merchant Services department in the set up and programming of Point of Sale devices
  • Intern if the Year awardee for the internship programme

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology & Information Systems Minor

The University of Technology
Jamaica
10-2017

Skills

  • Highly motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Proficient working independently and collaboratively in a team environment providing support and guidance
  • High attention to details while completing assignments
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Calm under pressure

Affiliations

  • Member of ISACA

Certification

  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Ateryx Designer core certified


Timeline

IT Audit Manager

KPMG Jamaica
10.2024 - Current

Assistant IT Audit Manger

KPMG Jamaica
02.2024 - 09.2024

Senior IT Audit Associate

KPMG Jamaica
10.2020 - 01.2024

Junior IT Audit Associate

KPMG Jamaica
09.2018 - 09.2020

Business Systems Support Associate

Sagicor Group
01.2018 - 08.2018

Workstation Administrator (Intern)

Sagicor Group
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Ateryx Designer core certified


Bachelor of Science - Information Technology & Information Systems Minor

The University of Technology
Raynard Tomlinson