Jean EL ASMAR

• Managed the internal audit function in accordance with internal audit charter and the professional
standards for internal auditing promoted by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Developed annually, a risk-based internal audit plan ensuring adequate coverage of all audit
universe and making adjustment as needed in response to changes in business risks.
• Conducted financial, operational, compliance and IT audits in accordance with IIA standards and
best practices for auditing to provide management with observations and recommendations within
the approved time frame.
• Participated in quarterly or more frequent Audit Committee meetings for submitting status reports
on the various assignments and followed up the audit plan progress.
• Developed audit programs and testing methodologies to evaluate the adequacy of internal control
systems and to assess the effectiveness of risk management framework.
• Collaborated with external auditors and government regulatory authorities to provide necessary
support during their audits.
• Maintained updated knowledge with latest market trends and leading practices in internal audit
through interacting with a professional network of IIA Lebanon members.

• Selected for auditing the Bank branch in Limassol according Cypriot and EU regulations in 2017,
2018 and 2019.
• Maintained updated knowledge on memos of the Central Bank concerning the Lebanese
economic crisis ongoing since 2019 which highly affected banking operations.
• Conducted operational and compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
and industry standards.
• Evaluated the internal control system and assessed whether it is enforced properly and effectively
through sufficient substantive testing.
• Supervised and mentored a team of junior auditors in conducting internal audits.
• Conducted special investigations across Bank departments to detect fraudulent activities.

• Successfully completed 30 branch audits, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the
banks operations and systems.
• Investigated and resolved cases of fraud in various branches, implementing corrective actions to
prevent future incidents.
• Conducted thorough and systematic assessments of the banks internal control procedures and
policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industrys best practices.
• Maintained an in-depth knowledge of the banking industry and regulatory changes to ensure the
bank remained compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsible for performing Back Office activities in the branch.