Scott began his career at KPMG, LLP as a financial auditor. Transitioning into the emerging field of information security, Scott joined the Information Risk Management practice. Later, he assisted in the expansion of IRM co-audit services in Honolulu, Hawaii.
At Toyota Motor Sales, Scott performed Financial, Operational and IT audits as well as serving as a Product Lead over a large ERP implementation, interacting with key stakeholders, designing custom product solutions, and training hundreds of users. On joining the Enterprise Risk Management team for ACC Capital Holdings, Scott assisted in the capture, analysis and maintenance of documentation in conjunction with the organization's Sarbanes-Oxley activities. While there, he managed the evaluation, selection, and implementation of Pentana's audit and risk management solution. Eventually, Scott has served in many useful roles within Pentana (now Ideagen) including, VP of Professional Services and Director, U.S. Operations, and presently serves as head of Sales, North America. Since 2006, Scott has participated in small business ownership in Long Beach, CA, one a tanning salon and the other a frozen yogurt shop.
Scott is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of California (non-active).
Specialties: Finance, Audit, Software, Strategic Risk Management, ERM initiatives, GRC, Internal Audit, Audit Process Consulting, Compliance [Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)], IT Audit, Information Security, Implementation, Project Management, Training Curriculum Development, Technical Writing, Technology Training Delivery, Contracts, Due Diligence, Fraud & Forensic Auditing, Small Business Finance & Accounting, SEO & Social Marketing, special investigation, small business management consulting, print & media design, development and marketing, small business loans.
Sales Manager, North America @ Most recent position after a 10 year history with the company. As the veteran member of the U.S.-based team, Scott is leading the expansion of U.S. and Canadian sales for Ideagen in their growing GRC product offerings, while continuing the operational support of consulting, training and overall client service delivery for the U.S.and Canadian markets. From February 2015 to Present (11 months) Implementation Management @ Continuing from a 9 year history with Pentana, Ideagen, with it's diverge array of offerings and professional services personnel, is now home to Pentana's Vision software. Still engaged in managing North American pre-sales, sales, pre-implementation consulting, project implementation, customization and training services, Scott remains passionate about the expansion of possibilities which will embrace the GRC market and ignite a new vision for practical, scalable, integrated solutions for Governance-minded professionals, including existing Ideagen clients. From January 2014 to January 2015 (1 year 1 month) Creator/Owner @ A tanning spa offering advanced skin care and beautification using the safest and most effective methods, we were the best in Long Beach, featuring all Stand-Up UV-booths, Custom Airbrush, UV-Free Mystic Tan. We cut tan time in half & had the most sanitary solution at the greatest value.
Custom Airbrush Tanning is our premier service for the most tailored approach to a perfect tan.
We featured , Designer Skin and Australian Gold product lines. From 2006 to December 2013 (7 years) VP Professional Services @ Pre-sales presentations and business development, pre-implementation consulting and advisement, management facilitation and process-oriented configuration. End-user training and post-implementation review services. From April 2012 to November 2013 (1 year 8 months) Principal @ Small Business Auditing and Financial Consulting
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) consulting and automation
Software training curriculum development and instruction
Software implementation and configuration
VP, Professional Services Pro Tempore, Pentana Inc. From 2009 to 2012 (3 years) Creator @ YoGo! Creations established a reputation on the Cal State Long Beach University campus for delivering great yogurt with excellent customer service. Our culture created a youthful and vibrant environment; one of fun and comfort that promoted a healthy lifestyle (no longer in operation). From January 2009 to December 2010 (2 years) Director of U.S. Operations @ Director of U.S. Operations including Sales, Functional Support, Implementation Consulting and Training activities Coordinates strategic direction and business development activities for North American markets (including South America and Canada). From August 2005 to June 2009 (3 years 11 months) Project Manager and Internal Audit Senior, Enterprise Risk Management @ • Project Manager –Sox/Audit Strategy and Software Project
• Sarbanes Oxley Compliance process liaison to internal audit co-sourcing partners
• Integrated ERM risk assessment activities with Sarbanes Oxley compliance efforts
• Managed integrated audits of key operational areas
• Provided internal control requirement consulting to Cash Management and Procurement system implementation
• Led audit and compliance software selection and implementation efforts
• Contributed to development of audit standards and methodology From February 2004 to August 2005 (1 year 7 months) Senior- Internal Audit @ • Managed IT, operational and financial (including SOX) audit engagements
• Presented audit findings to executive management and Audit Committee
• Worked closely with management to drive business process and control improvements
• Composed and implemented positioning (marketing) strategy and communication plan
• Formalized department standards based on industry best practices
• Utilized latest data analysis tools to support special audit investigations
• Designed, implemented and supported SQL-based Project/Time Tracking & Incident reporting database From April 2002 to February 2004 (1 year 11 months) Procurement Product Lead for PeopleSoft Implementation @ Managed internal and external resources
Served as liaison to user community by building consensus and user acceptance among stakeholders
Assisted in effective change management actions
Designed and developed custom database application to track and report business requirements for Executive Steering Committee approval and design documentation
Led successful system test planning and performance
Managed PeopleSoft User Training course development and delivered training to hundreds of users
Designed and assisted the technical development of a custom module to address specific user needs From April 2000 to April 2002 (2 years 1 month) Senior Internal IS Consultant - Internal Consulting and Audit Services (ICAS) @ Proposed Information System and Business Process control improvements to executive management
Partnered with department managers to implement improvements
Directed internal development efforts
Developed an IS / Operations audit integration strategy
Planned and performed an Enterprise-wide Risk Assessment
Developed IS general and application-specific review program standards From July 1999 to April 2000 (10 months) Senior System Consultant Information Risk Management (IRM) @ Managed client engagements from planning to completion and coordinated efforts with financial audit team
Managed and performed Third Party Service Reviews (SAS70) reviews for sizable bank and processing clients
Performed Year 2000 Risk Assessments, Network Security Reviews, Business Process Analysis, General IT Control Reviews, Information Security Services, Disaster Recovery /Business Continuity Reviews, Internal Audit Co-sourcing engagements and Post Implementation Reviews for enterprise-wide integrated applications
Liaison between client management and financial audit teams with issues related to technology From August 1996 to July 1999 (3 years) Senior Financial Auditor @ Specialized in High Tech & Entertainment industries with experience in Manufacturing, Retail & Distribution, Health Care, and Government
Applied audit procedures, analyzed and reviewed balance sheet and income statements leading to auditors opinion in accordance with GAAP and GAAS
Composed audit adjustments and recommended improvements in internal control structure
Supervised staff and conducted client engagements from audit planning to financial statement signoff From October 1994 to August 1996 (1 year 11 months)
B.S., Accounting and Communications @ Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration From 1990 to 1994 HS Diploma, General Studies, 10-12 @ Leffingwell Christian From 1987 to 1990 High School Diploma, General Studies, 9 @ St. John Bosco From 1986 to 1987 Graduate, General Studies @ St. Joseph's Catholic From 1977 to 1986 Scott Wilson is skilled in: Professional Services Management, Quality Auditing, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Enterprise Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Compliance Audits, Operational Risk, Risk Assessment, COSO, COBIT, Pricing Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Customer Negotiations, Sales Process