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Rebecca Oriel Khanna, an accomplished professional with over a decade of in-depth experience in internal audit, regulatory compliance, and risk management, has recently taken the helm as the Senior Vice President, Head of Internal Audit at Clarien, marking a significant milestone in her career. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Rebecca is tasked with the formidable role of leading Clarien’s Internal Audit function, ensuring its alignment with the International Internal Auditing (IIA) standards and the company’s risk management framework. Her strategy encompasses the meticulous planning, execution, and oversight of risk and systems-based internal audits across all business areas of Clarien Group Limited and its subsidiaries.

Rebecca’s seasoned career prior to joining Clarien includes impactful roles within the financial services sector, including insurance, banking, corporate and trust services. Her global footprint in internal audits spans several locations – Bermuda, Canada, and Philippines – dealing with multinational clients in diversely challenging environments. Her roles at Conyers Dill & Pearman and Deloitte Canada underscore her ability to develop an audit strategy that significantly enhance the organisation’s internal control environment.

Her areas of expertise are vast, covering operational and financial risk audits, Sarbanes-Oxley, AML ATF compliance, among others. Rebecca holds prestigious certifications as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Management Consultant (CMC), and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Philippines, coupled with a Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), substantiating her technical proficiency and strategic acumen in navigating the complexities of internal audit and risk management.

Equipped with a keen analytical mind and a collaborative leadership style, Rebecca is dedicated to cultivating a robust Internal Audit function at Clarien. Her role is pivotal in not just safeguarding the organisation’s interests but also in elevating the internal audit landscape to new heights of accountability and excellence.