VP/Internal Auditor
GINNY CHARBONEAU
TruStone Financial Credit Union
New Prague
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Strategic advisor to executive leadership, delivering independent assurance and translating complex audit and regulatory issues into actionable recommendations. Developed risk-based audit plans, assessed enterprise-wide risks, strengthened internal controls, and coordinated with external auditors and regulatory examiners.
Work History
VP/Internal Auditor
14 Years 10 Months- Develop and maintain a comprehensive, risk-based audit universe and annual audit plan aligned with organizational risks, strategic objectives, regulatory expectations, and industry standards.
- Coordinated as primary internal audit liaison during regulatory examinations and external audits, managing information requests, responses, findings, and corrective-action activities.
- Support the Supervisory Committee in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities by providing timely, independent, and objective information regarding the credit union’s control and risk environment.
- Oversaw tracking, validation, and resolution of internal audit, external audit, and regulatory examination findings to ensure timely compliance.
- Oversee the tracking, validation, and timely resolution of internal audit, external audit, and regulatory examination findings.
- Perform and oversee investigations involving suspected fraud, employee misconduct, control circumvention, or other matters requiring independent review.
- Provided timely, independent, and objective information to support Supervisory Committee's oversight responsibilities regarding credit union's control and risk environment.
Internal Auditor
2 Years- Documented and tested key controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Coordinated 3rd party financial and regulatory audits to verify adherence to standards.
- Planned risk-based internal audits across operational and compliance processes.
- Evaluated controls for accuracy, segregation of duties, and policy adherence.
- Documented audit findings and prepared clear reports for management review.
Internal Audit Manager
2 Years- Oversaw audit testing and reporting for audit department, ensuring compliance and accuracy in manufacturing processes.
- Led internal audit planning, risk assessments, and control testing across operational and financial processes.
- Evaluated compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
- Reviewed process documentation and identified control gaps, recommending practical corrective actions.
Senior Audit Associate
3 Years- Collaborated with audit teams to assess compliance and risk management for financial institution clients.
- Conducted independent consulting for clients to ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.
- Achieved designation as Internal Control Specialist through rigorous training and assessment.
Education
BS - Accounting
Magna Cum Laude
Skills
Team management
Critical thinking
Team leadership
Complex Problem-solving
Strategic planning
Business development
Risk assessment
Coaching and mentoring
Employee development
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Minnesota Board of Accountancy
- 2003
- Credit Union Enterprise Risk Management Expert
- Credit Union National Association
- 2021
- IT General Controls Certificate
- Institute of Internal Auditors
- 2025
- Certified Internal Auditor
- 2026
Timeline
VP/Internal Auditor
TruStone Financial Credit Union
01.2012 - CurrentRead More
Internal Auditor
Medtox
01.2010 - 01.2012Read More
Internal Audit Manager
Lozier
01.2008 - 01.2010Read More
Senior Audit Associate
McGladrey & Pullen
01.2005 - 01.2008Read More
Winona State University
BS from Accounting
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Personal Information
Title: INTERNAL AUDIT PROFESSIONAL
Certification
Certified Public Accountant
Certified Internal Auditor