CHRISTIAN HERNANDEZ
Miami,FL
Summary
Results-driven accounting professional with experience across government, public accounting, and financial environments, specializing in regulatory audits, financial reporting, and compliance strategy. Proven ability to lead complex examinations, interpret and apply tax law, and advise stakeholders on risk mitigation and corrective actions. Strong background in internal controls, audit execution, and financial analysis, with experience supporting high-level decision-making. Adept at navigating high-pressure environments with a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, and financial transparency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Revenue Agent (GS-13)
Internal Revenue Service
Miami, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Lead high-risk regulatory examinations of complex entities, ensuring compliance and mitigating financial exposure. Conduct audits for large governmental entities, including tribal enterprises and gaming operations, while strengthening reporting accuracy and enforcing federal regulations.
- Lead complex examinations of large governmental entities, analyzing financial records to identify compliance risks, material discrepancies, and potential exposure
- Interpret and apply federal tax law to evaluate positions, resolve issues, and enforce regulatory standards across diverse financial scenarios
- Advise stakeholders on corrective actions to strengthen internal controls, improve reporting accuracy, and reduce risk of penalties
- Manage multiple high-priority audits simultaneously, delivering timely findings and supporting enforcement decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Negotiate Tip Rate Determination and GITCA agreements with casino management, improving reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Spearhead outreach initiatives and training programs on employment tax, excise tax, and cash transaction reporting, enhancing stakeholder compliance
General Accountant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Miami, FL
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Served clients across Latin America in corporate accounting operations under GAAP and IFRS frameworks. Led month-end and quarter-end close processes, supported international tax compliance, and contributed to audit engagements from planning through issuance.
- Managed general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and well-organized financial records across multiple entities
- Led month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring timely and compliant financial reporting
- Supported foreign tax reporting and international compliance, including VAT, WHT, and payroll taxation
- Contributed to audit engagements by preparing documentation, resolving issues, and supporting timely audit completion
- Contract
Senior Staff Accountant
Davivienda Bank
Miami, FL
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported financial reporting for a bank merger, working closely with the CFO on budgeting and board-level reporting under GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Led month-end and year-end close processes, including financial statement preparation and variance analysis
- Prepared regulatory filings, including Call Reports and Statements of Condition
- Supported external audits by preparing documentation and financial disclosures
- Monitored investment portfolio activity, performed reconciliations, and supported financial decision-making
- Contract
Accounting Operations Manager
Empresas Imagen
11.2010 - 01.2020
- Drove financial growth and operational improvements, significantly increasing revenue and cash flow through strategic financial management and process optimization.
- Increased revenue by over 200% through strategic financial planning and investment identification
- Improved cash flow by 500% by implementing internal controls and transitioning to efficient inventory systems
- Delivered full-cycle bookkeeping and financial reporting using QuickBooks
- Processed payroll, tax filings, and ensured regulatory compliance
Education
Master's Degree - Accounting
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting
Western Governors University
Master's - Applied Linguistics
Universidad Iberoamericana
Puerto RicoSkills
- Auditing techniques
- Data interpretation
- Accounting principles
- Tax law expertise
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounting software proficiency
- ERP systems
- General ledger management
- Payroll processing
- Cash flow management
- Tax preparation and filing
- Data analysis
- Data visualization and presentations
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Internal Revenue Agent (GS-13)
Internal Revenue Service
05.2024 - Current
General Accountant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
05.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Staff Accountant
Davivienda Bank
08.2022 - 04.2023
Accounting Operations Manager
Empresas Imagen
11.2010 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting
Western Governors University
Master's - Applied Linguistics
Universidad Iberoamericana
Master's Degree - Accounting
Western Governors University