Mergime Rexha
Senior Internal Auditor
Frankfurt
Summary
Senior Internal Auditor with a demonstrated history of working in the banking industry. Skilled in Internal Audit, Analytical Skills, and Banking. With an MBA degree focused in Finance from Sheffield University.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
ProCredit Holding AG
Frankfurt Am Main, Germany
07.2024 - Current
- Develop and execute risk-based audit plans to evaluate effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of improvement.
- Identify and communicate control deficiencies and recommendations to address identified risks and improve process efficiency.
- Compile thorough audit reports that include conclusions, recommendations for enhancements, and findings. Submit them to management and other relevant parties.
- Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate open communication during audit process.
- Mentor junior auditors, providing guidance on best practices in internal auditing and encouraging professional development.
Experienced Internal Auditor
ProCredit Holding AG
Frankfurt am Main
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and executed detailed audits to assess effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance.
- Assessed compliance with regulations and policies, as well as identify areas that require further improvement by performing and controlling full audit cycle.
- Monitored and reported on the implementation of corrective actions to ensure compliance with recommendations.
- Preparing of reports and communicating audit results to auditees and management board.
Internal Auditor
Finance in Motion GmbH
Frankfurt am Main
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed risk and process-oriented audits by taking responsibilities for preparation, performance of audit fieldwork and supporting audit report writing
- Executed audit testing, identified risks and assessed overall control framework
- Supported management in developing action plans to address identified issues, promoting timely resolution of audit findings.
- Evaluated compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating potential risks.
Credit Risk Senior Specialist
ProCredit Bank
Prishtina
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Analyzed business clients credit worthiness and provide approval accordingly for loan applications up to EUR 500K
- Monitored loan portfolio approved by bank branches for potential fraud cases, and review Key Risk Indicators as responsible person for Credit Control Function.
Auditor/Experienced Auditor
ProCredit Bank Kosovo
Prishtina
04.2016 - 10.2020
- Participated in audit engagement planning, reporting, scoping, execution, and follow-up
- Planned and monitored auditing process, allocated responsibilities to team members, presented audit conclusions and recommendations to Stakeholders
- Reviewed business processes efficiency and its compliance with relevant laws and internal regulations, and when necessary drew recommendations accordingly on internal control and governance process improvements.
Business Client Advisor
ProCredit Bank Kosovo
Prishtina
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Analyzed and assessed creditworthiness for business clients, and proposed and presented loan cases to Management
- Built and maintained relationship with business clients, advised them on making financial informed decision, promoted and sold banking products.
Education
Executive MBA - Finance
University of Sheffield
Thessaloniki, Greece 10.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor - General Management
University of Prishtina
Prishtina, Kosovo 09.2009 - 04.2013
Skills
Ability to Multitask
Adaptability
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Microsoft Office
Communication Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Websites
Languages
Albanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
ProCredit Holding AG
07.2024 - Current
Experienced Internal Auditor
ProCredit Holding AG
11.2022 - 06.2024
Internal Auditor
Finance in Motion GmbH
01.2022 - 11.2022
Credit Risk Senior Specialist
ProCredit Bank
11.2020 - 12.2021
Executive MBA - Finance
University of Sheffield
10.2019 - 05.2023
Auditor/Experienced Auditor
ProCredit Bank Kosovo
04.2016 - 10.2020
Business Client Advisor
ProCredit Bank Kosovo
06.2013 - 03.2016
Bachelor - General Management
University of Prishtina
09.2009 - 04.2013