Aligned all financial activity with the regulations of the GAAP, IAS and IFRSInvestigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts while under tight deadlines.Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.Thoroughly reviewed financial statements and tax audits to correct any discrepancies.Revised and streamlined inefficient work procedures with automation software.Educated management on strategies for minimizing tax liability.Reviewed all tax returns prepared by individual departments before approval.

Evaluated internal controls and operations for Pharmaceutical Company with sales revenue of more than $80 million. Evaluated the effectiveness of internal control policies concerning the preparation of financial statements and recommended areas of improvement.Analyzed financial statements to identify trends and anomalies in financial data.Prepared audit reports for presentations to management.Tested internal controls and operational procedures company-wide to ensure compliance.Planned the work of two to three staff auditors, providing mentoring and coaching.Entrusted to run audit engagements within one year of hireEnsured full adherence to guidelines affecting Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and non-SEC clients.Improved internal control efficiency and risk reduction by presenting valuable audit findings.

Prepared financial and regulatory reports required by laws, regulations or boards of directors.Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures.Reconciled bank statements to clients' books and prepared financial statements from client documents.Supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate corporate returns.Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations.Maintained confidential information, such as pay rates, bonus targets and pay grades.Prepared monthly and annual expense forecasts, including any necessary recommended action required to manage costs to achieve budget.