Hungary
Gábor is an accomplished audit and accounting professional with over 20 years of combined Big Four and international corporate internal audit experience. He brings deep expertise in financial and operational audits (including IFRS and SOX), as well as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) audit engagements. Known for his exceptional commitment to accuracy and quality, Gábor consistently embraces challenges and drives continuous improvement across the organizations he supports. He is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
As a Senior Audit Manager, I oversee and execute the internal audit plan across the EMEA and APAC regions, partnering closely with business leaders to assess risks, strengthen controls, and enhance operational effectiveness. I lead end‑to‑end audit engagements—from planning and fieldwork to reporting and remediation tracking—ensuring that audit activities provide actionable insights and drive continuous improvement across the organization. In addition to regional internal audit responsibilities, I manage the company’s global SOX compliance program, including risk assessment, scoping, control testing, deficiency evaluation, and coordination with external auditors. I work cross‑functionally with Finance, IT, and business process owners to maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements. Key Responsibilities - Lead operational, financial, and compliance audits across EMEA and APAC. - Manage global SOX program activities, including planning, testing, documentation, and remediation oversight. - Partner with senior leadership to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and enhance governance. - Develop audit strategies, scope, and testing methodologies aligned with industry and regulatory requirements. - Coordinate and mentor audit teams; review workpapers and ensure high-quality deliverables. - Present audit findings to stakeholders and track corrective actions to closure. - Collaborate with external auditors on SOX reliance and annual audit workflows. - Drive continuous improvement and champion a culture of integrity, transparency, and control excellence.
Treasurer of the Hungarian Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
- Head of Internal Audit - Acts as a Chief Ethics Officer - Proven people management (2 direct reports) - Manages operational, compliance and financial audits in support of the annual Audit Plan - Develop and conduct bi-annual risk assessments - Drive the internal control self-assessment process - Identifies control gaps and opportunities for improvement. Works with the organization to develop remediation plans where needed and perform follow-up activities / audits. - Assesses, evaluates and promotes compliance to EDF Group policies - Prepares timely audit reports for executive management and the Supervisory Board - Facilitates ongoing training for colleagues to improve business management’s understanding, ownership, and execution of relevant internal controls and processes - Manages cross-audits at EDF DÉMÁSZ - Regular knowledge sharings organized with EDF DÉMÁSZ team - Manages Internal Audit’s annual budget
Managing group internal audit activities in Hungary and Turkey