Katia Saad, Cpa,Ca , Citp, Cisa, MBA, Cfe
About Katia Saad, Cpa,Ca , Citp, Cisa, MBA, Cfe
Katia Saad is a Senior Manager in Special Projects and Data Analytics within Internal Audit at Domtar, where she has worked since 2020. She has a strong background in IT and finance compliance, supported by multiple certifications including CPA, CA, CITP, CISA, and CFE.
Current Role at Domtar
Katia Saad serves as the Senior Manager of Special Projects and Data Analytics in the Internal Audit department at Domtar. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing audit processes and leveraging data analytics for improved decision-making. Her role involves overseeing special projects that integrate data analytics into internal audit functions, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at Domtar
Before her current role, Katia Saad worked at Domtar from 2012 to 2016 as a Senior Internal Auditor specializing in IT. She later advanced to the position of Manager of IT Internal Audit, focusing on compliance and data analytics from 2016 to 2020. This progression reflects her expertise in internal audit practices and her ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization.
Education and Certifications
Katia Saad has a robust educational background, including an MBA in Management - IT from HEC Montréal, completed between 2009 and 2011. She also holds a DESS in Comptabilité publique from HEC Montréal and a BAA in the same field. Additionally, she has achieved several professional certifications, including CPA, CA, CITP, CISA, and CFE, which underscore her proficiency in accounting, IT audit, and fraud examination.
Career Background
Katia Saad began her career as an Administrative Assistant and Accounting Clerk at Artifact Software Inc. in 2002. She then worked as an Accountant Clerk at Dunton Rainville before joining BDO Canada, where she held roles as a Staff Accountant and later as a Senior Accountant. Her diverse experiences in accounting and finance have laid a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in internal audit and data analytics.
Industry Experience
With over a decade of experience in the paper and forest products industry, Katia Saad has developed a strong background in IT and finance compliance. Her expertise is integral to her current role in internal audit and data analytics, where she applies her knowledge to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance within Domtar.