Results-driven accountant with expertise in audit compliance, financial reporting, and data analysis. Proven ability to lead teams, ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies while fostering collaboration across departments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant 3
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
Tampa, FL
03.2022 - Current
Supervise a team of six internal accounts auditors by providing guidance, training, feedback, and motivation.
Hold staff meetings with the auditors to inform and educate them on current, updated processes, procedures, and deadlines.
Complete annual employee evaluations for the auditors. Meet with the auditors individually to discuss, in detail, their evaluation.
Provide continual guidance to the auditors regarding work-related matters.
Review, correct, and issue two hundred and forty-six internal accounts audit reports for accuracy and adherence to policies, prior to the annual district deadline.
Maintain a database for completed audits and their issued results.
After the completion of all audits, prepare the board agenda item for the annual audit results.
Monitor progress against established deadlines for the completion of all audits.
Develop, evaluate, and update the Auditing Services Department's audit program, risk assessments, report template, and test plans for audits.
Coordinate with other departments to obtain necessary information for completion of audits.
Attend and assist with audits alongside auditors when the question of funds missing or misappropriated arises.
Coordinate and hold interviews with the hiring manager for prospective internal accounts auditors.
Provide one-on-one training for all new auditors.
Post inventoried data for all sites, controlled documents in Excel spreadsheets, and manage inventory.
Accountant 1
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
Tampa, Florida
01.2018 - 03.2022
Conducted annual internal audits to evaluate compliance with district policies and regulations.
Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and integrity during audit processes.
Prepared detailed audit reports summarizing findings and recommendations for school personnel.
Conducted interviews with school personnel to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
Reviewed discrepancies that were uncovered during audits.
Performed analytical reviews on financial data to detect errors or discrepancies.
Performed testing of internal controls based on district regulations.
Assisted and mentored new auditors to inform and educate them on processes and procedures.
Assisted other auditors with the completion of audits to meet the district deadline.
Accounting Clerk 3
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
Tampa, FL
01.2017 - 03.2022
Completed payroll for thirteen employees by verifying employee hours and deductions.
Assisted sites with reconciling bank statements to ensure precise financial tracking.
Managed accounts receivable and payable using Lawson software systems.
Collaborated with team members to resolve discrepancies in financial data.
Communicated with vendors to address billing inquiries and issues effectively.
Supported the clerical and administrative needs of department staff.
Assisted with the preparation of year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
Post inventory data for sites, controlled documents in Excel spreadsheets, and manage inventory.
Principal's Secretary
Buckhorn Elementary - HCPS
Valrico, Florida
03.2010 - 01.2017
Completed payroll for ninety-six employees by verifying employee hours and deductions.
Managed accounts receivable and payable using Lawson software systems.
Coordinated schedules and appointments for the principal.
Maintained staff records and confidential files with attention to detail and accuracy.
Handled incoming correspondence, prioritizing responses based on urgency and relevance.
Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and district officials to support students.
Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
Prepared and processed documents using Microsoft Office Suite efficiently.
Data Processor
Lopez Elementary & Buckhorn Elementary - HCPS
Valrico, Florida
03.2009 - 06.2012
Transferred written information into student databases to maintain consistent, accurate records.
Ensured data accuracy through meticulous verification and validation techniques.
Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently.
Reviewed system for errors or duplicate entries to prepare final product.
Communicated by telephone and email for routine exchange of information.
Adhered to compliance and privacy policies and procedures to maintain confidentiality and information protection.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure accuracy of data collection processes.
Secretary 1
Lopez Exceptional Student Center - HCPS
Seffner, Florida
08.2007 - 03.2009
Completed payroll for thirty employees by verifying employee hours and deductions.
Managed accounts receivable and payable using Lawson software systems.
Assisted in coordinating travel arrangements for staff members.
Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
Ordered supplies as needed; tracked inventory levels and placed orders with vendors when necessary.
Education
Currently enrolled to obtain Bachelors in Business
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
Skills
Audit compliance
Financial reporting
Data analysis
Team leadership
Problem solving
Communication skills
References
Manuel Ippolito (813) 344-7151
Tamara Brooks (813) 748-5187
Jennifer McCrystal (813) 334-4467
Pamela Lucier (813) 833-5346
Timeline
Accountant 3
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
03.2022 - Current
Accountant 1
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
01.2018 - 03.2022
Accounting Clerk 3
Auditing Services Department - HCPS
01.2017 - 03.2022
Principal's Secretary
Buckhorn Elementary - HCPS
03.2010 - 01.2017
Data Processor
Lopez Elementary & Buckhorn Elementary - HCPS
03.2009 - 06.2012
Secretary 1
Lopez Exceptional Student Center - HCPS
08.2007 - 03.2009
Currently enrolled to obtain Bachelors in Business