Ashley E. Fiore, CPA, MBA
Toms River,New Jersey
Summary
Detail-oriented and self-motivated Certified Public Accountant with well-developed written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills acquired both educationally and professionally. Extensive knowledge of finance, accounting, auditing, financial management, forecasting, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop and implement effective policies, procedures, and programs. Effective communicator with the ability to act as a liaison across departments. Strong leader with a consistent record of success managing financial operations and staff.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Surrogate
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2010 - Current
- Direct and oversee all finance and accounting functions for the department
- Manage financial forecasting and the annual departmental budget
- Collaborate with external auditors and provide assistance with periodic audits
- Train, supervise, and evaluate employees on accounting procedures and financial operations
- Research accounting transactions and resolve discrepancies
- Oversee departmental bookkeeping
- Coordinate hiring of new staff with the Human Resources Department
- Manage personnel and departmental operations
- Ensure effective internal controls are maintained and compliant with regulations
- Manage cash receipts and ensure proper distribution of funds
- Audit fiduciary accountings for guardianships, trusts, and estates while ensuring timely submission and compliance
- Ensure adherence to New Jersey court rules, Medicaid regulations, and statutory requirements
- Review and monitor trust applications and required documentation
Chief Clerk
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Prepared office requisitions and maintained purchase orders for submission to Accounts Payable
- Managed bank reconciliations, cash receipts, disbursements, billings, and invoicing
- Prepared daily bank deposits and maintained financial records
- Audited fiduciary accountings for guardianships, trusts, and estates
Paralegal Specialist
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Processed estate administration and guardianship applications
- Calculated liquid assets and coordinated fiduciary bonding with the Superior Court for estate valuation
- Assisted with processing adoption proceedings
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Georgian Court University
01-2008
Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies
Ocean County College
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Georgian Court University
01-2007
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Budget Development & Financial Forecasting
- Government Accounting
- Internal Controls & Regulatory Compliance
- Audit Preparation & External Audit Coordination
- Fiduciary Accounting (Trusts, Estates, and Guardianships)
- Cash Management & Bank Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight
- Financial Policy & Procedure Development
- Financial Discrepancy Resolution & Problem Solving
- Personnel Management, Hiring & Staff Training
- Regulatory Compliance (New Jersey Court & Medicaid Regulations)
- Interdepartmental Communication & Liaison Support
- Financial Record Management & Documentation
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), New Jersey – 2012
- Member – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member – New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)
Timeline
Deputy Surrogate
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2010 - Current
Chief Clerk
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2007 - 01.2010
Paralegal Specialist
Ocean County Surrogate’s Office
01.2003 - 01.2007
Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies
Ocean County College
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Georgian Court University
Master of Business Administration -
Georgian Court University