1. PIKYUE ANGELA LAU
1707 BLK P, Luk Yeung Sun Chuen, T.W. N.T.
Hong Kong
angelalau62@hotmail.com / +852 9041-6550
QUALIFICATIONS
Goal-oriented, team-focused professional with demonstrated leadership acumen while driving audit projects.
Offers in-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, insurance accounting standards, and risk analysis. Effective
time management, communication, and relationship building skills. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and
Cantonese. Understands the Asian business environment.
EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE, LIFE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, LOMA, 2011
ASSOCIATE, LIFE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, LOMA, 2011
THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS, Minnesota, USA, 2009
MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY, Mankato, MN, USA
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Minor in Business Administration, 2003
Honors & Scholarships: In-state Scholarship Award, Florence & Clarence Musselman Memorial Award,
Dean’s List
Selected Coursework: Advanced Financial Accounting, Auditing, Accounting Information Systems,
Business Income Tax, Business Policy & Strategy, Computer & Technology Law, Financial Accounting,
Business Communications, Business Finance, Individual Income Tax, Management Information Systems,
Managerial Accounting, Public Speaking
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Audit Manager, ZURICH INSURANCECOMPANY LIMITED, Hong Kong, April 2014- Present
Senior Auditor, ZURICH INSURANCECOMPANY LIMITED, Hong Kong, August 2011- April2014
Plan and lead fraud investigation in relation to code of conduct.
Plan and execute audit projects in accordance with Zurich methodology and departmental standards to
ensure quality of works completed.
Understand and agree with management the risks being managed by business unit, develop risk
management objectives and audit programs to evaluate these risks.
Prepare audit reports, including executive summary and rating of adequacy of risk management, making
practical and value-added recommendations to improve risk management practices and the efficiency and
effectiveness of operations; audits reports are to be clear, concise and well-organized, and issued within
departmental service standards.
Present findings and recommendations to business unit management
Prepare audit strategy paper base on risk assessment to ensure risk is being monitored.
Finance Projects Manager, AXAASIA PACIFIC HOLDINGS LIMITED, Hong Kong, 2009- August 2011
As a strategic liaison between eight countries in Asia region and head office.
Monitor the progress and review the required submissions on profit reporting from eight countries.
Manage and implement management information and financial reporting system upgrade in Asia region.
Conduct training on new system and system upgrade at eight countries in Asia region.
Senior, ERNST & YOUNG, Hong Kong, 2004-April 2009
Lead all aspects of successful audit engagements and oversee field work for industry-leading global
insurers as well as trading and property holding companies, such as:
ING Life Insurance Company (Bermuda), ING General Insurance Company Limited, Sompo Japan
Insurance Group (Japan), MLC Limited (Australia), Aviva General Insurance Limited (UK), Aon (USA),
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Japan), and Hon Kowk Land Development Ltd. (Hong Kong)
Established audit strategy, determined staffing needs, and planned engagements from start to finish.
As a strategic liaison to clients, communicate processes, provide status updates, and share expertise
regarding accounting standards.
Participated in an initial public offering (IPO) for a property development company based in the PRC.
2. Developed detailed knowledge of the insurance industry and risk analysis while concurrently expanding
expertise in U.S. GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
Provided field training to staff on various topics in accounting, people skills, and team leadership.
Act as a representative of assurance and advisory business services during job recruitment fairs.
Employee Benefits Commissions Specialist Asst., INGNORTH AMERICA, Minneapolis, MN, USA, 2003-2004
Delivered outstanding support, assistance, and reliability to customer service representatives in amending
and reviewing cases, handling daily administrative duties, and completion and editing of tax forms.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Proficient in Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer and Lotus Notes.