Candice Tomlins
About Candice Tomlins
Candice Tomlins serves as the Director of Internal Audit at Inspire Brands, a position she has held since 2020. She has a background in auditing and compliance, with previous roles at EY and SONIC Drive-In.
Work at Inspire Brands
Candice Tomlins has served as the Director of Internal Audit at Inspire Brands since 2020. In this role, she oversees internal audit functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies. Her position involves assessing risks and implementing audit strategies to enhance operational efficiency. Inspire Brands is a multi-brand restaurant company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, known for its portfolio of popular dining establishments.
Previous Experience at SONIC Drive-In
Prior to her current role, Candice Tomlins held multiple positions at SONIC Drive-In. She served as the Director of SOX Compliance from 2014 to 2018, where she was responsible for ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Following this, she worked as the Senior Director of Internal Audit from 2018 to 2020, focusing on internal audit processes and risk management strategies.
Experience at EY
Candice Tomlins began her career at Ernst & Young (EY), where she worked as a Senior Auditor from 2009 to 2014. During her five years at EY, she gained extensive experience in auditing practices and financial reporting, which laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in internal audit and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Candice Tomlins earned her Master of Accountancy from the University of Oklahoma, where she studied Accounting and Finance. Her academic background includes a Master's degree in Accounting from the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma, completed between 2003 and 2008. This education provided her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and financial management.