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Tampa, Florida, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

-Evaluated the adequacy of operational/financial controls of assigned audit areas including the strengths and weaknesses of those areas as they operate in the Convergys environment.-Determined compliance policies and procedures. Work with external auditors in performing Sarbanes-Oxley regulatory requirements.-Promoted operational efficiency and identify cost-saving opportunities.-Developed audit programs to test assigned areas based on thorough risk assessment process.-Compiled and documented comprehensive audit workpapers supporting audit scope, procedures performed, and conclusions.-Analyzed, evaluated, and documented the effectiveness of the system of internal control through interviews and document reviews to ensure that financial reports and operating records are accurate, properly authorized and safeguarded.-Interfaced with IT Auditors and utilized computerized audit techniques to complete scope elements related to information systems.-Communicated with various levels of management during all phases of work and kept them apprised of control weaknesses identified both during the course of the assignment and upon completion.-Participated in the preparation of draft and final audit reports outlining strengths and weaknesses of operations and recommendations for improvement.-Assist external auditors in performing quarterly and year-end financial reviews.-Plan and direct on-site audit work to ensure that audit is properly completed.-Assisted the Audit Director in implementing improvements to the audit methodology, developing the annual audit plan and preparing Audit Committee presentations.

-Responsible for performing audit procedures in accordance with the standards of the Firm and the Profession for Various Industries including Manufacturing, and hospitality.-Performed detail testing of the financial statements.-Demonstrated professional judgment by identifying potential issues and discussed resolutions with management.-Developed a positive working relationship with client personnel and discussed areas in the financial statements to develop complete understanding of the activities within the area.

Washington Dc

-Research emerging accounting issues that may present elevated risk of audit failure andcommunicate them to PCAOB’s Division of Enforcement and Investigation-Wrote referrals based on research of potential accounting problems for inspections by the PCAOB-Support cross-departmental groups with research, data extraction, financial analysis andconsolidating information from various database subscription services

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Transformed and interpreted information from NSF proposal to create excel workbooks that allowed other members of the team to analyze the data-Constructed a flexible schedule for a three month period in order to accomplish seven accounting projects in atimely manner-Communicated with a senior partner and completed tasks independently while working from Cincinnati, Ohio

-Researched details of client case information using computer resources and public library’s archives in preparation for attorney use-Gained client consultation experience by observing and participating in daily meetings with clients from a wide range of industries discussing both business strategy and the legal issues the companies were facing -Filed time sensitive and confidential documents such as foreclosures, wage garnishments, and lawsuits

- Created and presented proposed budget to the allocation committee for next year which resulted in the organization receiving distribution of $11,000 - Managed $1900 budget by allocating funds and tracking expenses to ensure budget compliance - Presented semester reports to student body senate on organization finance and upcoming events - Led 4 person board by facilitating weekly meetings including delegating relevant tasks- Brainstormed and coordinated professional development and social events for student body of 1200 - Collaborated with campus organizations to facilitate fashion show and multiple speaker events- Raised $700 for Haiti earthquake relief by organizing pizza sale fundraisers- Increased outreach by 50% by using Facebook and school’s daily newsletter

-Answered client questions, gave tours and educated customers on available merchandise, ensuring client satisfaction -Enhanced knowledge of artist and artwork for use in providing information for potential clients

Ms, Master Of Science In Accounting

Bs, Business Administration, Accounting

Activities and Societies: Magnum Cum Laude (3.89 GPA), Class President, Deans List, Beta Gamma Sigma, National Honor Society,

Education record

Education record