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Iara Pena

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I build data-driven audit and migration solutions that strengthen financial data integrity.

Portugal
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At Ernst & Young, I deliver data-driven audit, data quality, and system migration solutions across 30+ engagements. I use Alteryx, SQL Server, Excel, and Power BI to process large datasets, automate audit procedures, test journal entries, and turn control deficiencies into actionable recommendations.

I have supported end-to-end migrations from Odoo to Microsoft Business Central and validated post-migration data from SAP to Oracle NetSuite, investigating anomalies, root causes, and remediation actions to ensure integrity, completeness, and consistency.

I led EY's Data and Intelligent Delivery team, coordinating deliverables for more than 30 Financial Services audit teams and supporting client communication. For Novo Banco's BCBS 239 Data Quality Audit, I contributed to source-to-report gap analysis, validated 800+ consistency rules, and implemented 300+ Banco de Portugal data quality tests.

Earlier, I performed financial audit work at PwC, investigated 2,500+ AML alerts for BNP Paribas at Capgemini, and supported accounting operations for seven clients. I also enjoy mentoring junior auditors and have delivered digital-tool training to more than 100 auditors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Ernst & Young logoEY
Current

Senior Digital Assurance & Technology

Sep 2022 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Supported system migration initiatives and conducted forensic financial analysis and integrity due diligence. Led the Data and Intelligent Delivery team, coordinated deliverables for 30+ audit teams, and contributed to a Data Quality Audit for Novo Banco.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Polytechnic of Leiria logoPL

Polytechnic of Leiria

Master's Degree, Corporate Finance

2019 - 2023

Pursued a Master's degree in Corporate Finance, with a thesis on the relation between IPOs and economic growth.

Polytechnic of Leiria logoPL

Polytechnic of Leiria

Bachelor's Degree, Management

2016 - 2019

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Management, building a foundation in business and management principles.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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