Calum Lacey
Leixlip,Ireland
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in financial and operational analysis with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, XLOOKUP, and VLOOKUP. Demonstrated success in internal controls testing, risk assessment, and audit documentation. Expertise in data interpretation and reporting, effectively engaging stakeholders and clients. Proven leadership in team supervision and project coordination, excelling in problem-solving and committed to driving organizational success through analytical skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Bar Supervisor
Town
Leixlip
2024.01 - 2026.06
- Lead and supervise a team of 5 staff in a high-volume hospitality environment serving up to 500 customers on busy nights.
- Reconcile daily cash takings of approximately €10,000–€20,000, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures.
- Manage stock levels and supplier relationships to maintain operational efficiency.
- Train and mentor new team members, supporting service quality and team performance.
- Resolve customer issues and oversee day-to-day operations during peak trading periods.
Internal Audit Intern
Deloitte Ireland
Dublin
2025.07 - 2026.06
- Delivered audit testing, walkthroughs and risk assessment procedures across approximately 30 engagements involving 20+ clients spanning multiple industries.
- Tested 250+ internal controls to evaluate design effectiveness, operating effectiveness and compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identified control weaknesses and process improvement opportunities that contributed to client audit findings and recommendations.
- Conducted walkthroughs of key business processes to assess risk exposure and strengthen internal control environments.
- Engaged directly with client stakeholders on a weekly basis to gather evidence, understand processes and communicate audit observations.
- Produced audit workpapers, reports and presentations in accordance with Deloitte methodologies and professional standards.
- Managed multiple concurrent engagements while consistently meeting project deadlines and quality standards.
Waiter
Hook & Ladder
Celbridge
2023.09 - 2024.01
- Delivered efficient customer service, processed orders and payments accurately, and managed multiple tables during peak periods.
Bartender
Town
Leixlip
2021.06 - 2023.09
- Served 400+ customers per shift in a high-volume hospitality environment while maintaining service quality and operational standards.
Education
BA - International Economics
Maynooth University
2023.01 - 2026.06
BSc - Computer Science
Dublin City University
2022.01 - 2023.01
Skills
- Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, conditional formatting, data validation)
- Financial and operational analysis
- Internal controls testing
- Risk assessment
- Audit testing and documentation
- Data interpretation and reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Client communication
- Report writing
- Leadership and team supervision
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
INTERESTS
Financial Markets, Sports Analytics, Football and Basketball
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Completed a 12-month placement with Deloitte Ireland's Internal Audit practice.
- Delivered audit work across approximately 30 engagements involving 20+ clients.
- Tested 250+ internal controls and contributed to client risk assessment and improvement initiatives.
- Predicted First-Class Honours Degree (72% average).
- Promoted to Bar Supervisor with responsibility for staff leadership and reconciliation of €10,000–€20,000 in daily takings.
- Received a Letter of Recognition from the Maynooth University School of Business for academic performance.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internal Audit Intern
Deloitte Ireland
2025.07 - 2026.06
Bar Supervisor
Town
2024.01 - 2026.06
Waiter
Hook & Ladder
2023.09 - 2024.01
BA - International Economics
Maynooth University
2023.01 - 2026.06
BSc - Computer Science
Dublin City University
2022.01 - 2023.01
Bartender
Town
2021.06 - 2023.09