Molly Mellace
Gettysburg, PA
Summary
Qualified CPA and CFE with 9+ years of experience in public and private sectors, including 5 busy seasons with KPMG and 3+ years with the United Nations. Experienced in internal and external audit, finance, internal control, risk management, regulatory compliance, and reporting to governance groups and executive management. Strong history of working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and teams, both nationally and internationally.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Internal Audit Specialist Adviser
11.2023 - Current
- Reported to the Senior Management Group, Audit & Risk Committee, and Executive Board as Deputy Head of Internal Audit.
- Developed annual risk-based internal audit plan and conducted internal audits (assurance and advisory assignments) in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
- Evaluated effectiveness of NRC's risk management and control processes. Reported significant risk exposures and control issues, including fraud risks and governance issues.
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)
Finance Officer & Management Accountability Analyst
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Supervised 6 finance staff, establishing priorities and work plans, monitoring progress, and providing guidance to ensure appropriate development and enable high performance.
- Reported to WFP's Executive Board, including WFP's annual Statement on Internal Control (SIC) and Management Review of Significant Risk and Control Issues.
- Delivered financial reporting in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
- Conducted Country Office Risk Assessments, Macro and Micro Financial Assessments and Financial Service Provider Due Diligence Reports.
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) and key risk indicators (KRIs) to support operational risk discussions.
- Managed global capacity building initiatives. Developed WFP's most popular risk management training, including global learning resources in 6 languages.
Turning Stone Resort Casino (TSRC)
Senior Compliance Analyst
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed over 100 internal control and accounting procedures; updated procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and best practices.
- Supervised FinCEN suspicious activity and currency transaction reporting and cases within set timeframes as part of organization's anti-fraud management.
- Collaborated closely with IT colleagues and Internal Audit to test IT controls and ensure regulatory compliance during system installations and upgrades.
- Advised directors on management responses to audit recommendations and best practices. Liaised with internal, external, and revenue auditors regarding corrective action plans.
- Reviewed annual budgets and monthly financial statements. Prepared daily, monthly, and quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations.
KPMG
Senior Audit Associate
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Supervised 5 staff members. Reviewed work, provided feedback, created development plans, and completed performance reviews.
- Managed team deliverables and client communications.
- Balanced responsibilities and multiple clients while serving on several engagement teams simultaneously.
- Traveled extensively, individually and with teams, to complete test work and site visits.
SIL International
Internal Auditor
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted site visits and completed test work for SIL internal audits over regional office headquarters in Yaoundé, Cameroon and Niamey, Niger.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Administration
Houghton University
Houghton, NY - Political Science Minor 08.2011 - 2015.05
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Accomplishments
2023: PMI Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM) Certification
2021: The IIA COSO Enterprise Risk Management Certification
2020: The IIA COSO Internal Control Certified Certification
2020: PRMIA Advanced Operational Risk Management Certification
Board Membership
2017 - 2019: Congo Youth Leadership Initiative (CLI)
Board Of Directors Member, Washington, DC
- Collaborated with other board members to provide financial and strategic guidance for CLI, an NGO that provides training and micro loans to youth.
Timeline
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Internal Audit Specialist Adviser
11.2023 - Current
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)
Finance Officer & Management Accountability Analyst
08.2020 - 10.2023
Turning Stone Resort Casino (TSRC)
Senior Compliance Analyst
03.2018 - 03.2020
KPMG
Senior Audit Associate
01.2016 - 03.2018
SIL International
Internal Auditor
05.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Administration
Houghton University
08.2011 - 2015.05
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