Amanda J Knight, CFE
Battle Creek,MI
Summary
Audit and Accounting professional certified in Fraud Examination through the ACFE, with documented success leading audit teams in reviewing diverse business operational processes within the Casino environment. Ability to plan and execute complex audits to identify and remedy potential business risk. Offering sound judgment in interpreting internal controls, policies, and regulations. Known for ability thrive in both self-motivated or collaborative settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Audit Specialist
Nottawaseppi Huron Band Of The Potawatomi
Battle Creek, MI
08.2019 - Current
- Manage completion of planned audits by reviewing records and procedures for accuracy to accomplish objectives and compliance with policies, procedures, internal controls, regulations, and applicable State, Federal, and Tribal laws.
- Effectively collaborate and communicate with team members to prioritize multiple, concurrent projects to deliver high-quality results.
- Collect and analyze financial data, source documents, and observe operational functions to identify improvements for controls and compliance.
- Make recommendations to resolve audit findings and maintain compliance with applicable internal and external standards, regulations, and laws.
- Prepare detailed reports of audit results which include the audit objectives, procedures, scope, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Staff Accountant
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
Battle Creek, MI
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Analyzed, journalized, and uploaded financial transactions into the General Ledger.
- Prepared, reviewed, and maintained accurate financial month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reports and schedules for internal and external use by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
- Reviewed and investigated account discrepancies to identify cause and maintained appropriate supporting documentation for explanation and resolution.
- Maintained the highest level of confidentiality for all sensitive information and documentation.
Revenue Audit Lead
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
Battle Creek, MI
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Coached and led teams of up to ten auditors for successful completion of daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly audit requirements.
- Responsible for completing special auditing projects and requirements as assigned by upper management.
- Active role in developing Standard Operating Procedures and training manuals to ensure consistency and accuracy across all job functions within the Revenue Audit Department.
- Training auditors to accurately and efficiently complete audit requirements for Gaming, Non-Gaming, and Cage operations within the Casino.
Revenue Auditor
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
Battle Creek, MI
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Audited financial transactions and documentation from Gaming, Non-Gaming, and Cage operations and accurately and efficiently entered all data into Excel for subsequent journalizing into the General Ledger.
- Interpreted results of audits for reasonableness and investigated discrepancies to resolution that were uncovered during audits.
- Proficient in various software applications including Excel, Great Plains, IGT Machine Accounting, Newave, Info Genesis, and other applicable programs required for successful casino auditing.
- Volunteered for special projects and to assist with month-end reconciliations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Math, French, History
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05.2015
Skills
- Team management
- Audit facilitation
- Analyzing financial statements
- General accounting
- Business systems applications
- Accounting systems applications
Certification
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners) Credential ID: 959217
- Earned August 12, 2021
- Understanding how fraud is committed, detected, and prevented
- Identify red flags that indicate evidence of fraud and fraud risk
- Trace translations, interview suspects to obtain information and confessions, write reports, and advise on findings
Timeline
Internal Audit Specialist
Nottawaseppi Huron Band Of The Potawatomi
08.2019 - Current
Staff Accountant
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
02.2018 - 08.2019
Revenue Audit Lead
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
09.2016 - 02.2018
Revenue Auditor
FireKeepers Casino Hotel
07.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Math, French, History
Western Michigan University
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners) Credential ID: 959217
- Earned August 12, 2021
- Understanding how fraud is committed, detected, and prevented
- Identify red flags that indicate evidence of fraud and fraud risk
- Trace translations, interview suspects to obtain information and confessions, write reports, and advise on findings
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