Despina Vanides

Despina Vanides, CIA, is a seasoned auditing professional with extensive experience in internal and external auditing across various industries. Currently serving as Audit Lead - Senior Internal Auditor II at FIS since August 2023, Despina previously held a similar role at FIS from November 2017 to January 2022, where responsibilities included conducting financial, operational, and regulatory compliance audits. A stint as a SOX Consultant for MBO Partners in 2022 involved collaboration with a Big 4 accounting firm on a significant internal audit project. Prior experience includes serving as a Senior Internal Auditor at Titan America, and roles at KPMG Greece and EY, where Despina conducted audits for multinational companies. Despina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Barnard College and is an alumna of Bronx High School of Science.