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Internal Audit | Governance, Risk & Compliance
Corneliu Ciobanu has significant experience in internal audit and risk management, accumulated over more than 20 years. A graduate of the Academy of Economic Studies in Bucharest, Corneliu specialised in internal audit, compliance, and fraud prevention, holding CIA and CFE certifications.
Since 2005, Corneliu has held important positions at Vimetco Alro, a vertically integrated company, where he led the internal audit function to ensure efficient and compliant operations. He developed and implemented audit processes based on organisational risk assessments. Additionally, he integrated technology and advanced data analytics into the audit process, enhancing its efficiency and effectiveness.
Key achievements include improving internal control systems, minimizing the risk of fraud and errors, identifying potential business risks, and avoiding legal issues by ensuring the company’s compliance with various regulations.
Previously, Corneliu held various roles at top firms such as Ernst & Young, Moore & Stephens, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he led and executed complex financial audits for various firms (banking sector, automotive manufacturing, extraction and mining, and naval industry), ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
Corneliu Ciobanu possesses advanced language skills in English, French, and Russian, being a native Romanian speaker. He is a dedicated professional, recognised for his integrity, leadership skills, and commitment to high standards of ethics and compliance.