MS Excel
Xavier Notermans
Sydney
Summary
With an impactful career in audit and audit innovation, I bring a rich blend of expertise in Process Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI), honed over years at Deloitte. My mission has always been to elevate the efficiency and effectiveness of business operations. At Deloitte, my approach has been to align our technological advancements with the organization's culture, ensuring that our solutions not only meet but exceed industry standards. In my most recent role as Product Owner within Deloitte's Global AAPS team, I led the design, development, and delivery of high-quality digital solutions that improved operational efficiency. This involved strategic collaborations with cross-functional teams to integrate automation and AI technologies that are transforming operations, enhancing value and setting new benchmarks for operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Product Owner
Deloitte
8 2023 - 4 2024
- Part of the global 'Accounting & Assurance Products & Solutions' team
- Responsible for overseeing the design, development, and delivery of innovative digital solutions for Deloitte's global audit practice, serving over 100,000 professionals.
- Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented Agile methodologies to increase team productivity and enhance overall project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality products that met customer needs.
- Developed comprehensive roadmaps outlining product vision, goals, and milestones for successful execution.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
- Enhanced product usability by conducting user research and incorporating feedback into development.
- Focused on building critical features up front in order to identify constraints and technical challenges.
- Mentored junior team members in Agile methodologies and best practices for effective Product Owner role execution.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by working closely with technology control teams during the development process.
Innovation Manager
Deloitte
8 2022 - 4 2024
- Spearheaded the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge products and solutions tailored for Deloitte's audit & assurance practice.
- Stimulated innovation uptake of 2.000 audit practitioners in the Netherlands, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Championed user-centric approach to innovation, incorporating user feedback into every stage of product development.
- Enhanced collaboration between cross-functional teams for stronger ideation and faster product development.
- Developed comprehensive innovation strategies aligned with business goals, driving long-term growth.
- Initiated and led vendor assessment with 5 industry leading Intelligent Document Processing vendors for end-to-end automation solution
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed workforce expectations.
Jr. Manager Audit
Deloitte
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Worked with PCAOB & Listed Clients in the Audit department.
- Managed teams of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Conducted regular training sessions for audit staff, increasing their knowledge and skillset in the field.
- Consistently met deadlines for audit reports, helping maintain company reputation for reliability and professionalism.
- Evaluated effectiveness of internal controls by testing key controls across various business units within the organization.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Mentored junior auditors, aiding in their professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, and resource requirements for each project.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new auditing software.
Sr. Business Analyst
Deloitte
9 2020 - 7 2021
- Three-year assignment in the USA on the Deloitte 'Global Audit Transformation' team
- Facilitated requirement gathering workshops, resulting in clear project objectives and deliverables.
- Worked on design and build of Deloitte Omnia. The Omnia platform is awarded for digital innovation of the year (2020, 2021, and 2022) by the international accounting bulletin and obtained the international innovations awards (2022).
- Implemented Agile methodologies within project teams, increasing overall adaptability and responsiveness.
- Managed stakeholder expectations through transparent communication and timely status updates, ensuring alignment between project deliverables and business objectives.
- Improved project efficiency by analyzing business processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Conducted gap analyses to identify discrepancies between current and desired states, leading to actionable recommendations.
- Supported leadership team with reporting, analysis, and business presentations to inform workflow strategies.
- Enhanced stakeholder engagement through effective communication of complex data and insights.
- Led process mapping initiatives, resulting in optimized workflows and reduced redundancies across workflows.
Business Analyst
Deloitte
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Three-year assignment in the USA on the Deloitte 'Global Audit Transformation' team
- Performed gap analysis to identify areas of improvement.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives and criteria.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous innovation in the organization.
- Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
- Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools, generating valuable insights for the organization.
Audit staff
Deloitte
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked with PCAOB & Listed Clients in the Audit department.
- Assisted in the preparation of clear and concise audit reports detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management review.
- Remained up-to-date on industry regulations and standards, ensuring accurate audits that complied with all applicable guidelines.
- Conducted thorough audits for clients, resulting in improved financial reporting accuracy.
- Communicated effectively with clients, providing clear explanations of audit findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating professionalism and integrity throughout the audit process.
- Evaluated client risk assessments, identifying areas where additional audit focus was necessary to mitigate potential issues.
- Leveraged advanced technology tools for efficient data analysis and visualization during the audit process.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address internal control weaknesses.
Audit jr. staff
Deloitte
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Worked with PCAOB & Listed Clients in the Audit department.
- Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
- Collaborated with audit teams to successfully complete complex, multi-faceted audits within tight deadlines.
- Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
- Assessed financial statements and records.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Supported senior auditors in the preparation of detailed reports for management, outlining key findings and areas for improvement.
Graduate Intern
Deloitte
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Internship at Deloitte.
Intern
John Deere
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Internship at John Deere.
Education
Master of Science - International Executive Master of Auditing (IEMA)
Vrije Universiteit
Amsterdam 10.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Science - PwC Honours Master Accounting, Auditing And Control
Erasmus School of Economics
Rotterdam 09.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Maastricht University
Maastricht 09.2010 - 06.2015
Minor International Business 6-month Exchange - International Business
Korea University
Seoul 08.2013 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Blariacum College
Venlo 09.2004 - 09.2010
Skills
Product Strategy
Product Management
Product Launch
Agile Methodology
User Story Creation
Story planning
Scrum Methodology
Product Backlog Management
Stakeholder relationship management
Wireframing and Prototyping
Business Analysis
Product Lifecycle Management
Software
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
UiPath
DevOps
Timeline
Jr. Manager Audit
Deloitte
07.2021 - 09.2022
Business Analyst
Deloitte
09.2018 - 08.2020
Audit staff
Deloitte
09.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Science - International Executive Master of Auditing (IEMA)
Vrije Universiteit
10.2016 - 05.2019
Audit jr. staff
Deloitte
09.2016 - 08.2017
Graduate Intern
Deloitte
03.2016 - 08.2016
Master of Science - PwC Honours Master Accounting, Auditing And Control
Erasmus School of Economics
09.2015 - 08.2017
Intern
John Deere
05.2015 - 08.2015
Minor International Business 6-month Exchange - International Business
Korea University
08.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Maastricht University
09.2010 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Blariacum College
09.2004 - 09.2010
Product Owner
Deloitte
8 2023 - 4 2024
Innovation Manager
Deloitte
8 2022 - 4 2024
Sr. Business Analyst
Deloitte
9 2020 - 7 2021
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