Candace Nelson

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About Candace Nelson

Internal Audit leader, internal control consultant and business partner with demonstrated expertise in risk based internal audit; SEC and GAAP; Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 302 and 404, and COSO 2013 compliance in big 4 public accounting, real estate, retail, manufacturing, aerospace, pharmaceutical, healthcare, insurance, utility and entertainment industries. Self-starter with proven ability to lead teams in the accomplishment of goals and objectives while exhibiting discretion, integrity and professionalism.Selected Accomplishments include:• 15+ years of comprehensive SOX compliance program administration and execution.• Recently earned MS in IT Auditing & Cyber Security at Temple University's Fox School of Business with a 3.8 GPA.• Completed CohnReznick's Emerging Leaders Leadership Development Program that is designed to enhance the skills of high potential leaders in preparation for career advancement and leadership.• Recruited by the local IIA Academic Relations Committee Chair to represent the profession while helping to build awareness with students and educators on the benefits of pursuing Internal Audit as a career. • Successful implementation of the COSO 2013 Internal Control Framework at Aeropostale.• Assisted with PSE & G's implementation of SAP, as well as the development, integration, testing and deployment of several other systems and applications. • Recognized by executive management at Aeropostale as a “Partner in Profit” for delivering extraordinary results and going above and beyond normal job responsibilities to support the organization while demonstrating core values of integrity, respect, teamwork and compassion.• Appointment to Eisai’s Emerging Leaders in Talent Evolution (E-ELITE) program, designed to prepare middle management leaders to be change agents to transform business models, processes and culture.• Received two Eisai awards for demonstration of discipline, professionalism, quality and teamwork.Technical Skills include Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, and Sage ERP systems; Microsoft Office Suite (including Visio); Microsoft Project, Workiva Wdesk platform; TeamMate