Anthony Diaz
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Audit Engagement Leader with 10+ years of experience directing complex financial statement audits and advisory engagements across construction, real estate, manufacturing and distribution, food and fast-food operations, fuel and telecommunications, retail, scrap metals, not-for-profit, and media distribution organizations. Currently operating at the Engagement Manager scope, reporting directly to partners and owning the full audit lifecycle. Expert in GAAP, ICFR, ASC 606 revenue recognition, SOC 1 compliance, and construction WIP accounting, with responsibility for engagement budgets, client relationships, team leadership, and the preparation and finalization of complete financial statements and related footnote disclosures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervising Senior Auditor (Operating at Engagement Manager Scope)
Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
Dallas, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Direct end-to-end audit engagements including planning, risk assessment, execution, and reporting, with direct partner oversight and no managerial review layer.
- Serve as primary client contact, owning all client communication, technical accounting discussions, and issue resolution.
- Manage engagement budgets, timelines, staffing, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within scope.
- Supervise, coach, and review work of audit teams of 3-6 staff and interns, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
- Design and review ICFR narratives, walkthroughs, control matrices, and SOC 1 user control documentation.
- Lead complex revenue recognition testing under ASC 606, including WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion calculations, contract cost validation, and loss contract evaluations.
- Review and finalize AJEs, PAJEs, financial statements, and management representation letters prior to partner approval.
- Evaluate accounting treatment for leases (ASC 842), fixed assets, debt, equity transactions, and complex journal entries.
- Identify control deficiencies, financial reporting risks, and process inefficiencies, delivering practical recommendations to management.
- Lead audit engagements across construction, manufacturing, distribution, food service, retail, energy, entertainment, and nonprofit industries.
Supervising Senior Auditor / Senior Consultant (Contract)
Hilltop Advisors, LLC
McLean, VA
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported KPMG in the audit of U.S. Department of Commerce components, performing Manager-level procedures in planning and execution.
- Led risk assessment, materiality determination, and significant risk identification procedures.
- Supervised and reviewed audit work performed by associates and interns.
- Owned audit areas including Revenue, Budget, and Other Financing Sources for federal entities.
- Evaluated ICFR design and operating effectiveness under GAGAS and OMB A-133.
Senior Financial Analyst
NACCAS
Alexandria, VA
12.2017 - 05.2021
- Served as financial authority for compliance analysis of 1,600+ accredited institutions.
- Reviewed audited financial statements, ratios, cash flows, and composite scores to assess financial responsibility.
- Acted as primary liaison with CPA firms, institution owners, and regulatory bodies.
- Provided regulatory guidance on financial reporting standards and accreditation requirements.
External Auditor - Senior in Charge
Fuentes-Fernandez & Company
Washington, DC
01.2011 - 12.2017
- Senior in charge of audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting for Caribbean Cinemas group (45+ entities across Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and Eastern Islands).
- Prepared consolidated financial statements and led multi-entity audit engagements.
- Consulted directly with Boards of Directors and executive management.
- Performed GAAP, operational, and government contract compliance audits.
- Assisted with corporate tax preparation and financial analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Skills
- Audit Management
- Audit Planning
- Risk Assessment
- Financial Reporting
- Technical Accounting
- Internal Controls
- Client Communication
- Budget Management
- Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)
- Construction & WIP Accounting
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
Certification
CPA Candidate | Actively Pursuing Licensure
Languages
- English (Fluent) | Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Supervising Senior Auditor (Operating at Engagement Manager Scope)
Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
02.2022 - Current
Supervising Senior Auditor / Senior Consultant (Contract)
Hilltop Advisors, LLC
05.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Financial Analyst
NACCAS
12.2017 - 05.2021
External Auditor - Senior in Charge
Fuentes-Fernandez & Company
01.2011 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Inter American University of Puerto Rico