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Denver, CO, US

Denver, CO, US

• Train and manage staff accountant, including detailed review of accounts payable, all cash activity, and month-end close as well as delegation and training in ad hoc projects
• Draft all SEC filings, including preparation of financial statements and disclosures, for Forms 10-Q, 10-K, S-1, proxy statements and Section 16 filings
• Research authoritative accounting guidance and draft accounting treatment memos for new or complex accounting areas
• Assisted external consultants in accounting system transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite, including data migration and process improvement

Chicago, IL, US

• Managed 4 teams of associates and interns to ensure efficient use of budgeted time and timely completion of audits
• Collaborated with internal specialists in IT, tax, valuation, and actuarial science to address risk in complicated audit areas
• Served as the main contact between clients and audit engagement team to report on status and communicate issues

Chicago, IL, US

• Collaborate with teams on financial statement audits in a variety of industries including public and private companies in manufacturing, industrial products, and not-for-profit organizations as well as benefit plan.
• Execute detailed tasks in substantive and controls testing in financial statement areas including revenues, inventory, equity, employee compensation, accruals and operating expenses
• Aid in planning procedures and development of audit strategy as well as monitoring engagement progress

San Ramon, CA, US

• Cultivated relationships with management of 5 different clients throughout the summer while gaining a thorough understanding of each of the entities and their environments
• Collaborated in teams on sections of 3 financial statement and 3 benefit plan audits, gaining exposure to financial reporting in insurance, education, technology, and non-profit organizations
• Analyzed and updated audit work papers testing cash, receivables, payables, loans, and contributions, which secured validity in client financials

Bloomington, IN, US

• Supervised team’s administrative operations, including helping the president schedule games and practices, handling apparel orders for customers and players, and making executive decisions in the best interest of the.
• Addressed and mitigated internal conflicts and player issues with the help of five other executive members
• Communicated externally with other teams, suppliers, customers, and recruits

Bloomington, IN, US

• Elected as the organization’s inaugural treasurer, organized and oversaw a $40,000 budget, while engineering effective methods to provide accurate cost allocations, such as redesigning coach reimbursement practices
• Recorded and controlled cash flows, collections from players, and payments to operations supporters and suppliers
• Executed financial decisions to grow the organization, such as coaches’ salary negotiations, investments in marketing operations, and new equipment for players

Charlottesville, VA, US

• Collaborated with representatives from over 15 fraternities and sororities to promote one of the top 5 largest philanthropies on campus which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the American Brain Tumor.
• Managed team of six Kappa Sigma committee members to execute tasks in merchandising, marketing, and sponsorship

• Attended to restaurant and bar guests to ensure a quality dining experience by demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills and thorough knowledge of all menu items
• Assembled catering layouts for large group functions consisting of 100 – 300 people by efficiently setting up all event furniture, food, and beverages, while adapting to the needs of each unique venue

Indianapolis, IN, US

• Constructed audit programs, outlining the schedule of the audit, including objectives and testing procedures, allowing for a well-structured execution of the audit
• Engaged in key process analysis with audit clients and developed process maps as supporting documentation
• Assessed and ranked potential risks associated with each audit area, based on the magnitude of impact on the organization and the likelihood of occurring
• Documented and evaluated internal controls for the corresponding risks of each audit area, which provided management with an accurate representation of the company’s control framework

• Coached groups of 6 – 8 youth hockey players, ages 7 – 14, over the course of multiple one-week programs
• Taught players fundamental hockey knowledge by designing and executing various exercises and drills
• Monitored the progress of each player’s performance and development through extensive evaluations, allowing them to effectively discover their strengths and areas that need improvement

Master Of Science (M.S.) In Accounting, Assurance And Risk Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Accounting And Finance

Academic Honors