Catherine W. Curtis
Fairfield
Summary
CPA with a solid foundation in audit and strong analytical skills. Recent experience includes managing volunteer operations for organizations like Girl Scouts, showcasing leadership and organizational talent. Known for effective time management and quick problem-solving abilities. Aiming to contribute to a role that demands precision and analytical insight.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Salesperson
William Pitt Sotheby’s
Southport
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Achieved residential property sales exceeding $900,000 within first nine months of employment.
- Collaborated with lenders, attorneys, and clients to finalize all sale and rental transactions.
- Effectively communicated with prospects to secure new business opportunities.
- Expanded professional network through participation in national agent referral programs.
Adjunct Professor of Accounting
Fairfield University
Fairfield
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Taught Cost Accounting and Introduction to Managerial Accounting across all grade levels.
- Managed classroom of over 20 students during bi-weekly sessions.
- Prepared exams, homework, and lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Developed lesson plans and syllabi in advance to establish clear expectations.
Controller & Transaction Coordinator
Vanderblue Realty
Fairfield
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Evaluated accounting software, processes, and documentation for improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Generated monthly profit and loss analyses along with account reconciliations.
- Tracked commissions billed to seller's attorneys for each transaction completed by the team.
Senior Audit Associate
KPMG LLP
Stamford
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Managed engagement for KPMG’s largest client, ensuring strategic alignment with global partners.
- Cultivated relationships among client, engagement partners, specialists, and nine US segment teams.
- Planned and coordinated execution of fiscal year 2015/2016 audit plan, monitoring engagement metrics.
- Conducted Sarbanes-Oxley 404 testwork across key processes to ensure compliance.
- Performed audits for statutory engagements and executed agreed-upon procedures alongside year-end testwork.
- Engaged in S-4 registration statements and recast financial statements via Form 8-K.
- Communicated regularly with Financial Reporting Department to facilitate information flow.
- Audited technical accounting areas, including goodwill, stock compensation, and environmental reserves.
Audit Associate
KPMG LLP
Stamford
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Plan and perform audits of financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
- Audit financial statements, supporting schedules and footnote disclosures in Form 10-K’s and 10-Q’s in accordance with SEC regulations.
- Perform test of controls for key audit areas.
- Responsible for the auditing Debt, Cash, Environmental Reserves, Sales Revenue, Accounts Receivable, and Cash.
- Performed inventory counts at various manufacturing facilities across the US, both individually and as a team.
- Assisted in the carve-out audit of a chemical manufacturer’s most profitable business.
Education
Masters - Science of Accountancy
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Providence College
Providence, RI05.2012
Skills
- Certified Public Accountant
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Specialized audit software
- General ledger systems
Volunteer Experience
- Coach, Girls on the Run, Fairfield, CT, 03/01/25, 06/01/25, Trained ten female students, in grades 3-5, for ten weeks to run a 5K while simultaneously teaching social/emotional skills. Executed interactive lesson plans that helped build confidence and encourage healthy life habits. Practices held twice a week for ten weeks with the culmination of running at 5K as a team at the end of the program. Continuing for 2026 spring season.
- Troop Leader & Treasurer, Girl Scout Troop 30448/33028, Fairfield, CT, 09/01/22, Present, Organize monthly meetings that required facility and school approvals. Concise and continuous communication with parents and administrators. Arranged meetings with town government officials, local police visits, nature centers. Created lesson plans for each meeting with a clear objective of what was going to be learned and how to achieve their badges. Troop sizes range from 15 – 23 students.
Achievements Leadership Skills
- Certified Public Accountant (registered certificate)
- Three-time participant in Pantene Pro-V Beautiful Lengths program to support women with cancer
- Two-time participant for Locks for Love
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and specialized audit software, general ledger systems
- CPR/AED Certified
- Marathon Runner: NYC 2023, Chicago 2024, NYC 2025
Affiliations
- 2x Marathon Runner, planned 2025 NYC Marathon participant
Certification
- CPR/AED Red Cross Certified
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Accounting
Fairfield University
01.2019 - 12.2021
Real Estate Salesperson
William Pitt Sotheby’s
03.2018 - 05.2022
Controller & Transaction Coordinator
Vanderblue Realty
09.2017 - 02.2018
Senior Audit Associate
KPMG LLP
07.2015 - 07.2016
Audit Associate
KPMG LLP
08.2013 - 06.2015
Masters - Science of Accountancy
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Providence College
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