Navigating Complexity, Delivering Solutions.
About
• We focus on the quality of the relationship with our clients, no matter the size of our clients. We do not have international monetary targets to reach in order to keep, a brand name or reach a certain bonus target at your expense;
•We do not believe in the traditional hierarchical model. We are open 24/7 and available to our clients at every second of the day. The traditional hierarchical model focuses on"let me get this checked out first with the partner or director". We believe that as partners we should be one message away from each and everyone of our clients;
•Unlike traditional business models, we believe in strategic partnerships with local players.To us, other firms are not competition. Everyone has their specialization and we believe in leveraging each other's specialization to offer our clients the best custom-tailored service;
•We believe in helping YOU WIN through fresh ideas. We can do that because we are not constrained by rules that multinationals face because they have to comply with "how it has always been done";
Our Ethos
1. Commitment: At AXIOMA, we are deeply committed to the success of our clients and the achievement of their goals. We approach every project with unwavering dedication, striving to exceed expectations and deliver results that make a meaningful impact. Our commitment extends beyond individual projects; it underpins our long-term relationships with clients, fostering trust and reliability.
2. Collaboration: Collaboration is at the heart of our approach. We believe in the power of teamwork and foster a culture that encourages open communication and the sharing of ideas. Our collaborative environment brings together diverse perspectives, enabling us to solve complex challenges and drive innovation.
3. Continuous Improvement: At AXIOMA, we are committed to continuous improvement and innovation. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we actively seek opportunities to grow, evolve, and stay at the forefront of our industry.
Our Management Team
Partner - Legal Advisory Services
Mrs. Rose-Ann Vrolijk LLM
Founder - Managing Director
Mr. Stephen R. Geerman MSc CIA
Partner - Assurance & Attestation Services
Mr. Jean-Pierre Kelly MSc CPA
Mr. Geerman started his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers Dutch
Caribbean in 2011 in the Assurance department as an Associate. Throughout his 8 years at PwC Aruba. He was part of the newly initiated Risk Assurance Services department. As the manager of this department, Mr. Geerman oversaw teams consisting of usually more than 10 employees across 3 different islands at any given time.
The industries Mr. Geerman served vary greatly from government
related entities to the hospitality sector and some of the biggest financial institutions on the island. Following PwC Aruba, Mr. Geerman joined Stichting Algemeen Pensioenfonds Aruba (APFA). as their Officer Risk Management in 2018. Mr. Geerman holds more than a decade of experience in a variety of fields, including Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting, External Auditing, Management Consulting, Risk Management just to name a few. Mr. Geerman holds a Bachelor of Economics degree in Accountancy from the Arnhem Business School and a Master of Science (MSc.) degree from the Tilburg University. Furthermore. Mr. Geerman holds The designation of being a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
As the Partner of Legal Advisory Services at AXIOMA, Mrs. Rose-Ann Vrolijk applies her LL.M. and B.Sc. in a strategic capacity to guide complex legal initiatives. With her experience as a Policy Advisor and notable roles within the judiciary and infrastructure planning, she embodies a comprehensive legal expertise. Her academic achievements from the University of Aruba, featuring a Master of Laws, underpin her analytical prowess. Active in legal discourse, Mrs. Vrolijk’s insights on international legal matters reflect her commitment to staying at the forefront of legal trends. At AXIOMA, she leverages her extensive knowledge and communication skills to provide top-tier legal compliance and risk management services. Her role is pivotal in ensuring that AXIOMA’s clients navigate the legal landscape with confidence, receiving tailored, insightful advisory that aligns with both local and international standards. Mrs. Vrolijk’s leadership in the legal domain is integral to AXIOMA’s mission of delivering excellence in Legal Advisory Services.
Mr. Kelly obtained his CPA license in 2016 and has 10 years of 'Big 4' experience in the public accounting field. both in Aruba and the Netherlands. During his previous tenure in public accounting Mr. Kelly conducted and lead the audits of amongst others banks, hotels, automotive retailers, utility companies, airports, (semi-) governmental foundations and institutions, pharmacies and retailers. Mr. Kelly also has experience with forensic audits and other agreed upon attestation engagements in a wide range of financial and non-financial engagements,
including 'rechtmatigheidscontroles'.
Outside of public accounting, Mr. Kelly has over 3.5 years of experience as the Risk and Compliance Manager and the Financial Reporting and Control Manager of the Central Bank of Aruba. Mr. Kelly makes sure he is always independent, both in fact and in appearance with regards to all AXIOMA's clients and in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants as published by the International Federation of Accountants' International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants.
Our Main Services
Risk management is a complex subject that requires deep technical skills. It is difficult for Risk teams particularly in smaller organizations to attract the right talent with quantitative, technological or other specialised skills, such as managing cyber risks, climate risks and behavioral risks.
Many companies are outsourcing the regulatory compliance aspect of their business. Outsourcing can help companies overcome challenges such as a lack of trained in-house staff, deficiencies in current regulatory compliance processes, global compliance needs, and infrastructure and operating costs. You can choose to outsource all or some of your regulatory compliance requirements to AXIOMA.
Certified public accountants also can perform attestations for organizations in addition to audit reporting, or provide it as a separate service. An attestation basically takes all the data and information that has been gathered and checks its validity based upon agreed-upon procedure engagements. An organization can also request attestation to be performed regarding compliance procedures, reviews on internal control functions, and reporting on financial forecasts, projections or pro forma data.
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Get to know our software partners
MemberCheck
AXIOMA serves as the official retailer of MemberCheck's Due Diligence solution.
MemberCheck:
• AML/CTF & KYC Fraud Management service provider, established in 2007 and based in Sydney.
• Born from 3 core practices of Security, Compliance and Technology.
• Designed to assist Reporting Entities with their increasing responsibilities and obligations.
• Built to evolve with the AML industry to address changes in regulations and compliance.
Comply with global AML/CTF legislation, and reduce the risk of your business being involved in money laundering or the financing of terrorism.
Get to know our software partners
Collectmaxx
Debt collection and dunning have been problematic in the Caribbean due to factors such as reliance on traditional collection methods, insufficient technological infrastructure, and the fragmented nature of the regional market. This partnership aims to address these issues by introducing Collectmaxx, a solution designed to collect outstanding payments through various channels, ranging from email and SMS to voice and interactive video.
The collaboration will benefit AXIOMA’s customers in the Caribbean by providing access to Alphacomm’s innovative Collectmaxx solution, which is known for its ability to significantly reduce costs and improve the efficiency of debt collection and dunning processes.
FAQs
What is the advantage of hiring a consultant instead of doing it in-house?
As attractive as the potential cost savings may be, an even greater benefit to outsourcing some services is that the provider has experience and expertise that go well beyond what you might realistically expect to achieve in-house. We have developed rigid processes that are based on their experience, as well as industry best practices. These processes help ensure that all known risks are addressed. Conversely, a DIY approach can lead to certain issues getting overlooked, simply because the organization's staff does not know about a particular area of knowledge.
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Current Portfolio
We are active in the following industries
Hospitality
We provide Compliance, Risk Management and Assurance services to several resorts and gaming establishments.
Medical Care
We serve as Management Support to the biggest players in the Medical Care field. We are often called upon to act as sparring partner due to our very broad field of knowledge and experience in this field.
Financial Services Industry
AXIOMA provides many services to many significant parties in the Financial Services Industry (Banks, Money Transfer Companies, Pension Funds and Insurance Companies) over 3 different islands (Aruba, Curacao and Sint Maarten).
We have helped Notaries, Lawyers, the Real Estate industry and other professionals comply with all the requirements imposed by the local Supervisory Authority.
- May 11th, 2023: ESG Event by Invitation
- June 22nd, 2023: Risky Business - Doing Business in an ever-changing environment
Upcoming Events
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