Charbel El Kahwagi

Founder of NOVAUDIX, a consulting firm specialized in internal audit, internal control and risk management. I support organizations through targeted audit, internal control, and risk management engagements, as well as training programs. Selected assignments: • Conducted an audit of private label activities for an independant automotive spare parts distributor, focusing on supplier selection, product lifecycle and associated risks • Conducted a review of the expense management process for an international energy group, including data analysis, sampling and testing across multiple countries • Delivering internal audit training sessions for newly onboarded auditors within a large international organization, on a recurring basis (twice a year)

Led internal audit, internal control and risk consulting engagements across industries (manufacturing, services, public sector, pharmaceutical, defense, etc.), supporting organizations in strengthening their governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. Key responsibilities: • Led teams of consultants on internal audit, internal control and risk management engagements • Structured and reviewed audit work (scoping, programs, testing and deliverables) to ensure quality • Managed client relationships and acted as a key point of contact for stakeholders throughout assignments • Provided guidance to team members and contributed to their development through on-the-job coaching Selected assignments: • Led multiple internal audit engagements for large organizations, covering operational (manufacturing, procurement, stock management, back-office activities), financial (treasury, credit risk, expense management) and IT processes (SAP embedded controls) • Designed and implemented internal audit functions, including charter, methodology, tools and audit plan • Reviewed internal control frameworks across multiple subsidiaries within an international group • Conducted risk mapping exercises (financial, operational and strategic risks) • Delivered internal audit training sessions for newly onboarded auditors within an international organization

Contributed to a strategic development plan for Corporate Banking activities in a European market, including market analysis, client segmentation and business potential assessment. • Supported market diagnostics and identified growth opportunities • Contributed to client segmentation and wallet sizing analysis • Built analytical models and databases to support business projections • Prepared client deliverables and presentation materials • Participated in interviews with business stakeholders to refine strategic recommendations