Ricardo Oliveira

Led and contributed to complex audit engagements across a wide range of industries and geographies.

Some projects include: France – Automotive Industry (Public Company – Euronext Paris): four years supporting EY France in the audit of a large public automotive manufacturer, conducted in accordance with PCAOB standards and SOX 404 requirements. Acted as Audit Manager, leading a team of 12 professionals. Experience included testing and evaluating ICFR, reviewing key controls, and coordinating with U.S. reporting teams in a cross-border environment. – US-Based Entities: Two years of experience auditing US-based entities under US GAAP, including on-site fieldwork in the United States (approximately two months per year); Mexican – Group & Local Audits: Two years auditing three Mexican entities, covering both group reporting and local statutory purposes, with extended on-site audit visits (approximately three months per year).

Additional highlights: Led process automation initiatives in collaboration with IT teams, implementing automation tools to improve audit efficiency, consistency, and turnaround time; Ranked Best Facilitator in the New Senior Program (out of 100+ facilitators), based in Amsterdam; Achieved Tier 1 performance rating for four consecutive years, including a double-grade promotion (from Staff IV to Senior II); Member of an internal quality team responsible for reviewing other teams' work, supporting the implementation of new tools, and assisting teams during process changes.

Working in DSI, which is the department of information technology. Some tasks included: Development of internal projects such as new cost methodology based on external methodology; Benchmarking of IT costs in collaboration with other Central Banks (including presentations to the Boards of Directors of the Central Banks involved in the project);

First intern to be offered a full-time position. Key responsibilities and achievements: Performed monthly rolling forecasts and annual budgeting, analyzing deviations and supporting the implementation of corresponding management actions. Participated in meetings with the Finance Committee; Controlled financial information and prepared monthly management reports for the Executive Committee; Coordinated and responded to internal and external financial audits; Prepared financial reports and addressed inquiries from BNP Paribas Factor France and the Global Factoring Competence Center; Prepared, updated, and reviewed Individual Financial Statements and related supporting documentation; Reviewed financial and accounting operations and procedures, contributing to process consistency and control improvements.