Colin D. Smith
Pearl
Summary
Public-sector accountant specializing in fiscal analysis, tax compliance, and grant oversight. Demonstrates a strong foundation in regulatory compliance and internal controls, with a track record of conducting thorough audits and preparing compliance reports. Committed to ensuring adherence to budgetary and regulatory requirements across multi-agency funding initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant II
Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration
Jackson
07.2023 - Current
- Generate financial and operational reports using the Mississippi Accountability System for Government Information (MAGIC).
- Prepared fiscal analysis reports on broadband expansion grants, ensuring compliance with budgetary and regulatory requirements.
- Audited and approved travel reimbursement vouchers for compliance with regulations and policies.
- Reviewed and allocated ordered goods to state agencies, ensuring accurate financial coding and adherence to budget.
- Develop and process purchase orders in accordance with state procurement regulations and vendor contracts.
Corporate Tax Auditor
Mississippi Department of Revenue
Clinton
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted audits of corporate taxpayers, ensuring compliance with Mississippi tax statutes and regulations.
- Examined accounting records, financial statements, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability.
- Prepared formal audit reports, facilitating resolution processes to address compliance issues.
- Monitored casino gaming establishments for compliance with Minimum Standards of Internal Accounting Controls.
Construction Administration Assistant
Miller Pipeline
Pearl
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Managed procurement of materials, tools, and equipment for natural gas infrastructure projects, ensuring timely availability for project execution.
- Coordinated billing documentation between field operations and management, facilitating accurate project cost reporting and timely invoicing.
- Implemented a Kanban inventory control system, resulting in $37,643 in cost savings through enhanced procurement controls.
- Supported preparation for employee certifications (ATMOS and CenterPoint Energy), contributing to workforce compliance and skill enhancement.
- Administered employee payroll and time reporting through Workforce Integrated Network System (WINS).
- Prepared quarterly International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) reports using ProMiles software.
Education
Master of Taxation -
Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, Pennsylvania05-2026
Master of Legal Studies - Regulatory Compliance
School of Law, Washington University
St. Louis, Missouri05-2023
Master of Accountancy -
The Kania School of Management, The University of Scranton
Scranton, Pennsylvania05-2021
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
College of Business, Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering Technology and Business, Natural Resources and Environmental Management
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, Mississippi12-2005
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Grant Accounting & Compliance
- Tax compliance
- Budget Management
- Internal controls
- Government Procurement Regulations
- ERP systems
- Advanced Excel
Certification
Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent, Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration
Timeline
Accountant II
Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration
07.2023 - Current
Corporate Tax Auditor
Mississippi Department of Revenue
09.2022 - 07.2023
Construction Administration Assistant
Miller Pipeline
06.2017 - 08.2022
Master of Taxation -
Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Legal Studies - Regulatory Compliance
School of Law, Washington University
Master of Accountancy -
The Kania School of Management, The University of Scranton
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
College of Business, Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering Technology and Business, Natural Resources and Environmental Management
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Mississippi State University