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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Preparation of financial statements for various privately held small businesses for audit preparation, investor reporting, and other required needs.• Design and implement proper accounting procedures & controls for growing businesses. I have extensive experience with both well-established, SOX-404 compliant public companies as well as small businesses with limited resources. 42% of frauds are a result of lack of proper controls, costing US businesses $50billion per year. 68% of those… Show more • Preparation of financial statements for various privately held small businesses for audit preparation, investor reporting, and other required needs.• Design and implement proper accounting procedures & controls for growing businesses. I have extensive experience with both well-established, SOX-404 compliant public companies as well as small businesses with limited resources. 42% of frauds are a result of lack of proper controls, costing US businesses $50billion per year. 68% of those cases are small or mid-sized businesses. • Design reporting, cost analysis, and consult on planned operational activities, including involvement in management meetings to reinforce the connection between your company's operations and financial health. Show less

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Parachute into private and publicly traded client engagements to provide experience & expertise to get audits to the finish line.

New York, New York, United States

Led the organization through rapid expansion, achieving revenue growth greater than 30% year-over-year and being named one of Brewbound’s 2023 Rising Stars. I built the financial infrastructure for two new entities and location openings during the year and prepared the company for scalability as it continues to grow. My focus was on implementing a new spend management system, developing cash projections & management, and automating accounting functions, while onboarding a team of new… Show more Led the organization through rapid expansion, achieving revenue growth greater than 30% year-over-year and being named one of Brewbound’s 2023 Rising Stars. I built the financial infrastructure for two new entities and location openings during the year and prepared the company for scalability as it continues to grow. My focus was on implementing a new spend management system, developing cash projections & management, and automating accounting functions, while onboarding a team of new accountants. Upon joining the Torch & Crown team, I audited historical financial information to implement technical accounting changes and apply accrual accounting. Show less

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Specializing in industrial products• Member of the RSM Audit Practice Advisory Council• Assess risk, design, and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams• Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for Staff• Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and monitor and report productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment• Develop others within the firm through facilitating levels based… Show more • Specializing in industrial products• Member of the RSM Audit Practice Advisory Council• Assess risk, design, and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams• Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for Staff• Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and monitor and report productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment• Develop others within the firm through facilitating levels based or industry training and advising on career development• Address client concerns• Manage profitability of projects Show less

Richmond, Virginia Area

•Specializing in SEC and consumer products engagements•Lead the team through the entire audit process, preparing all necessary financial statements and related disclosures, if allowable based on SEC independence rules, and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy•Held a position as first choice advisor coach•Collaborate with the engagement manager/senior manager on engagement approach and execute on the plan using a risk-based… Show more •Specializing in SEC and consumer products engagements•Lead the team through the entire audit process, preparing all necessary financial statements and related disclosures, if allowable based on SEC independence rules, and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy•Held a position as first choice advisor coach•Collaborate with the engagement manager/senior manager on engagement approach and execute on the plan using a risk-based approach•Recognize industry-specific and general accounting and auditing issues, including revenue recognition, inventory pricing and LCM, receivable discounts, allowances, incentives and bad debts, current and deferred tax provisions, etc. Determine appropriate audit approach for such areas•Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare other client deliverables such as board communications, deficiency letters, management letters, etc.•Supervise associates and seniors on engagement teams and function as an in-charge, monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan and budget•Understand client and industry issues, and recognize opportunities for RSM to assist the client in increasing level and types of services Show less

Richmond, Va

•Specializing in SEC and high growth engagements•Supervising engagement team as needed. •Monitoring and reporting regarding the productivity of staff, and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment. •Developing an understanding of client's business, and becoming a "functional expert" in the area. •Providing timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations. •Preparing all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and… Show more •Specializing in SEC and high growth engagements•Supervising engagement team as needed. •Monitoring and reporting regarding the productivity of staff, and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment. •Developing an understanding of client's business, and becoming a "functional expert" in the area. •Providing timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations. •Preparing all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy. •Keeping lines of communication open with staff and clients. •Keeping abreast of latest developments and ensuring professional development through ongoing education. •Anticipating and addressing client concerns and escalating problems as they arise. •Recognizing and informing senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients. Show less

Orlando, Fl

• Providing timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations.• Preparing all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and internal control letters with a focus on quality, thoroughness, and accuracy.• Monitoring and reporting regarding the productivity of staff and adhering to work plan schedules on each assignment. • Recognizing and informing senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients.• Keeping… Show more • Providing timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations.• Preparing all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and internal control letters with a focus on quality, thoroughness, and accuracy.• Monitoring and reporting regarding the productivity of staff and adhering to work plan schedules on each assignment. • Recognizing and informing senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients.• Keeping abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firm's standards and policies.• Ensuring professional development through ongoing education and obtaining additional certifications as appropriate.• Developing an understanding of client's business and becoming a functional expert in the area. Show less

Virginia Beach, Va

• Received multiple raises and a promotion based on performance• Led teams of up to 8 lifeguards and prepared facility’s staffing schedule• Ordered supplies on a just-in-time system and documented inventory counts perpetually,performing weekly reconciliations• Provided customer service to about 100 patrons per day, on average, and acted as a liaisonbetween the company and our patrons & property managers

Greenville, North Carolina Area

• Designed lesson plans and lead classes in the College of Business• Compiled and formatted data from the College of Business into aggregated spreadsheets for review.• Researched various topics for use by the professors in their classes and their publications.• Graded students work, determining intellectual value and contribution to the class• Created blog posts and managed other social media on behalf of the College of Business to keep students updated on current business… Show more • Designed lesson plans and lead classes in the College of Business• Compiled and formatted data from the College of Business into aggregated spreadsheets for review.• Researched various topics for use by the professors in their classes and their publications.• Graded students work, determining intellectual value and contribution to the class• Created blog posts and managed other social media on behalf of the College of Business to keep students updated on current business events and news Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Earned a full-time offer from McGladrey due to a sucessful internship• Collected and analyzed data to detect deficient controls and non-compliance with laws, regulations, or management guidelines• Prepared detailed reports on audit findings• Developed relationships with clients through inquiry and working together to complete the audit

Harrisonburg, Virginia

• Worked in teams to complete all duties by the game/event time deadlines• Communicated with supervisors to report problems and finished jobs• Coordinated tasks with up to 10 employees to delegate duties.

Harrisonburg, Va

• Applied interpersonal skills to sell jewelry to customers and create return customers• Met daily goals in sales up to $3,500, warranties, and credit applications• Worked with a team of 3-7 to achieve daily sales goals to help company achieve our goals

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting

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