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Zachi Refaeli

Managing Director EY
Tel Aviv,Israel

Summary

Dynamic Managing Director at EY with a proven track record in Risk Management, BCP and Internal Audits. Skilled in R and Python and machine learning , I empower teams through effective problem-solving and communication. Successfully lead the internal audit function for PLUS500 and involved in another CFD's company IPO in the UK, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance in the fintech sector.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Managing Director

EY
Tel Aviv, Israel
06.2004 - Current
  • Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in managing a diverse team of 13 consultants .
  • I manage Risk Management projects, in global and diverse organizations, inter alia, define risk appetite and creating KRIs.
  • I have managed Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) projects since 2004, providing expert guidance to dozens of registered clients on the SEC and Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
  • I conduct internal audits for multiple clients, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing effective solutions. embedding analytical tools such as R, python and Power BI.
  • I lead Business Continuity Planning (BCP) projects, ensuring organizational resilience and preparedness in the face of potential disruptions.
  • I lead Fraud survey projects in several companies
  • I have significant experience in the fintech industry, specializing in internal audit and compliance. For the past three years, I have successfully led the internal audit function for PLUS500, including risk assessment, Fraud survey and other audits . I recently participated in the UK IPO of another Contracts for Difference (CFD) company, where I was responsible for overseeing the FPPP stream.
  • I focus on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance internal audit, risk management and SOX services.

Private Tutor

Machine Learning and R Students
01.2023 - Current
  • Enthusiastic educator with a strong commitment to empowering students through hands-on experience in machine learning projects and R programming tasks at multiple academic universities.

Manger

Deloitte
01.1999 - 06.2004
  • I began my career as an intern, where I gained foundational knowledge and skills in auditing practices, and progressed to a managerial role, Throughout my tenure, I successfully performed external audits,My experience encompasses a variety of industries, allowing me to adapt quickly to different business environments and deliver tailored audit solutions that drive operational efficiency and risk mitigation.

Sergeant

IDF
03.1992 - 02.1995
  • Team commander and trainer in Artillery
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

No Degree - Certified Business Continuity

DRI Disaster Recovery Institution
Global
01.2022 - 03.2022

No Degree - Internal Audit

CIA Certified Internal Auditor
IAA
04.2001 -

No Degree - R, Python, Machine Learning And Power BI

Data Analytics And Machine Learning
Self Study
04.2001 -

MBA - Business

The College of Management
Rishon LeZiyyon, Israel
04.2001 -

No Degree - CPA

Israel CPA
Tel Aviv, Israel
04.2001 -

BBA - Accounting

The College of Management
Rishon LeZiyyon, Israel
04.2001 -

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Group tutoring and training

Verbal and written communication

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Timeline

Private Tutor

Machine Learning and R Students
01.2023 - Current

No Degree - Certified Business Continuity

DRI Disaster Recovery Institution
01.2022 - 03.2022

Managing Director

EY
06.2004 - Current

No Degree - Internal Audit

CIA Certified Internal Auditor
04.2001 -

No Degree - R, Python, Machine Learning And Power BI

Data Analytics And Machine Learning
04.2001 -

MBA - Business

The College of Management
04.2001 -

No Degree - CPA

Israel CPA
04.2001 -

BBA - Accounting

The College of Management
04.2001 -

Manger

Deloitte
01.1999 - 06.2004

Sergeant

IDF
03.1992 - 02.1995
Zachi RefaeliManaging Director EY