Blake Maimone
Hermosa Beach,CA
Summary
Certified Public Accountant with over six years of progressive experience in public accounting and financial reporting, including Big Four audit and public company reporting. Currently serve as a Financial Reporting Accountant supporting SEC reporting, financial statement preparation, and reconciliation of consolidated balances using enterprise reporting systems. Strong technical accounting foundation with expertise in GAAP compliance, internal controls, and financial systems architecture. Detail-oriented and process-driven professional with a track record of improving reporting accuracy, strengthening controls, and delivering high-quality financial information under tight deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Reporting Accountant
Skechers
Hermosa Beach, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed monthly financial statements in compliance with GAAP standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting processes.
- Prepare and reconcile financial reporting schedules and disclosure support by leveraging PeopleSoft, nVision, and EPBCS to ensure accuracy and alignment with recorded general ledger balances.
- Streamlined reporting processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround time for quarterly reports.
Senior Accountant
Galgas Russell LLP
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Led the update and implementation of internal control testing and risk assessment procedures across all private audit engagements to align with revised SAS 145 guidance, improving audit documentation and risk responsiveness.
- Drafted GAAP-compliant financial statements for a diverse client base, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial disclosures.
- Conducted review engagements, performing analytical procedures and inquiries to support limited assurance reports in line with SSARS requirements.
- Prepared tax filings for individuals and S Corporations, ensuring compliance with current tax laws and maximizing client deductions and credits.
- Contributed to the preparation and analysis of purchase price allocation (PPA) schedules in support of a client acquisition, including advisory on tax and financial reporting implications.
Audit Senior
Deloitte & Touche LLP
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Progressive experience acting as the senior on multiple public and private audit engagements
- Analyzed and evaluated financial variances to gain an understanding of client, industry and business while identifying areas that represent risk
- Lead senior on public clients SOX 404 compliance and assisted the company in the remediation of prior year material weaknesses
- Applied and obtained a thorough understanding of PCAOB, GAAP, SOX 404 and common audit procedures and techniques
- Verified compliance with GAAP, SEC accounting and reporting regulation and financial statement presentation, including audits and reviews of forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8K and S-1.
- Coordinated cross-functionality with teams of tax specialists and IT specialists to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
Audit Assistant
Deloitte & Touche LLP
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Served public and private clients in consumer business, life science, technology, and real estate
- Substantively test significant risks identified during the planning phase of the audit
- Established strong rapport with seniors, managers, directors, and partners
- Researched technical accounting topics and formed conclusions to be reviewed by engagement management
Student Athlete
University of Oregon Football Player
Eugene, OR
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Managed time between football and school obligations year round
- Coordinated meetings and schedules with coaches and teachers to manage time and obligations efficiently
- Obtained leadership and teamwork skills while working with people all over the country
Education
Master of Accounting -
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Economics
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office, Excel, and Access
- Stata Data Analytics and Tableau
- Caseware IDEA
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Peoplesoft
- nVision
- Oracle EPBCS
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Honors and Awards
4-year Scholar Athlete award winner, Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Senior Financial Reporting Accountant
Skechers
10.2025 - Current
Senior Accountant
Galgas Russell LLP
01.2024 - 10.2025
Audit Senior
Deloitte & Touche LLP
01.2022 - 01.2024
Audit Assistant
Deloitte & Touche LLP
01.2020 - 01.2022
Student Athlete
University of Oregon Football Player
01.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Economics
University of Oregon
Master of Accounting -
University of Oregon