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CORETTA STROUD

Rex,GA

Summary

Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis with over thirty (30) years of accounting and auditing experience with a Business Administration degree in Accounting. Serving a wide range of clients and possessing financial proficiency within the public sector, state, local government and non-profit organizations. Looking to expand my accounting and audit skills within Fulton County and collaborating with the team to exceed the organization’s goals and requirements.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Auditor & Accountant / Audit Manager & Supervisor

PJC Group, LLC
01.2011 - Current
  • Plan, execute and manage audits (financial, single, internal and court administration audits) in accordance auditing standards and guidance for private business, nonprofit organizations and government entities
  • Coordinate development of policies and procedures, recommend methods of improvement and identify deficiencies
  • Supervise and review audit work in accordance with professional standards
  • Evaluate audit budgets and timelines for maximum efficiency of staff and firm resources
  • Analyzed accounting records and identified non-compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial accounting information and client internal controls for control risk and non-compliance
  • Prepare and present reports, audit proposals and financial presentations
  • Prepare financial statements, analysis reports, audit reports, and compliance reports
  • Officiate financial meetings with client and communicate results of audits by identifying deficiencies and recommending improvements
  • Analyzed general ledger, performed reconciliations and evaluated other financial data to review accuracy and completeness of data
  • Supervised and trained assigned staff and interns on financial and federal compliance audit procedures and requirements
  • Prepared mid-year and annual employee performance evaluations
  • Exercise independent judgement and decisiveness
  • Collaborate with team members and utilize the ability to work with others
  • Established and maintained records for manual and electronic filing systems.
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Reduced instances of non-compliance by conducting thorough audits and providing clear recommendations for improvement.
  • Managed multiple concurrent audits, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.

Account Technician II / Accounts Receivable Supervisor

GA World Congress Center
06.1997 - 01.2011
  • Supervised and monitored the invoicing and collection of security deposits and annual licensing fees for Club Seats and Suites ($20+ million)
  • Supervised the gathering and auditing of expense and revenue data to be used in the preparation of the event profit and loss statements
  • Supervised closing of events with exhibitors and the production of Event Settlements, by gathering invoice and sales information from event staff, ticket management and internal vendors to present final costs to the client
  • Evaluated monthly budget to actual report for revenue department and reported reason for fluctuations
  • Facilitated month end and annual closing process of financial data
  • Audited, approved and posted daily journal entries and general ledger transactions (cash receipts, sales and general journals)
  • Managed accounting processes and reconciled various accounting transactions
  • Audited and processed payroll, accounts payable, customer billing, credit card and shipping bills
  • Supervised collection of all past due invoices, performed collections and credit inquiries
  • Streamlined department procedures and prepared standard operating procedures
  • Proposed recommendations to improve overall company efficiency and reduce potential errors by implementing internal controls
  • Approved employee leave, edited timesheets hours in payroll software and reconciled payroll discrepancy reports
  • Completed and evaluated employee performance appraisals
  • Served as liaison to internal and external clients regarding accounting inquiries
  • Reconciled multiple bank accounts for the Georgia Dome, Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia World Congress Center.
  • Processed incoming payments in accordance with established financial policies.
  • Provided exceptional support during annual audits by maintaining organized records and facilitating information requests from external auditors efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting -

Georgia State University

Certificate of Financial Planning -

University of Georgia

Certificate of Governmental Accounting -

Georgia State University

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Process Evaluations
  • Risk Assessment
  • Internal Controls
  • Analytical Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Financial Reporting
  • Data Analysis & Evaluation
  • Company & Personal Budgets
  • Account Reconciliations
  • Computer & Software knowledge
  • Mathematical Aptitude
  • Planning & Project Management
  • Manage General Accounting Functions
  • Financial & Single Audit Reporting
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Compliance and Federal Regulations
  • Research, Analyze & Problem Solve
  • Intuitive, Innovative & Creative

Timeline

Senior Auditor & Accountant / Audit Manager & Supervisor

PJC Group, LLC
01.2011 - Current

Account Technician II / Accounts Receivable Supervisor

GA World Congress Center
06.1997 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting -

Georgia State University

Certificate of Financial Planning -

University of Georgia

Certificate of Governmental Accounting -

Georgia State University

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