IDEA
David Biel CPA
Accounting Professional
Lansing,MI
Summary
Accomplished Internal Auditor offering more than 20 years preparing internal audit documentation and reports. Knowledgeable in GAAP and operations auditing.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
PRGX US, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
05.2014 - Current
- Leveraged information and IT systems to perform risk analysis, cross check and evaluate data for transactional errors and compliance tracking.
- Maintained composure in stressful situations, difficult conversations, interviews, and records searches.
- Advised clients on noted compliance errors and deficiencies and suggest remedies and required actions.
- Coached team to develop IDEA algorithms for data analysis and provided technical guidance as necessary.
- Collected payment from Suppliers between $4,000 and $1M +, provided detailed reports to Suppliers and Clients reflecting claims and system / process gaps.
Senior Engagement Consultant
Apex Analytics, Inc.
Greensboro, NC
05.2009 - 05.2014
- Applied knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and audit process to Clients and Suppliers.
- Evaluated procurement Contacts and Supplier data to access risk of transactional errors.
- Plan, perform and author audit reports summarizing transactional errors and helpful solutions to mitigate future errors.
- Tactfully mediate collection of transactional errors between Clients and Suppliers.
Plant Controller
Alliance Interiors, LLC.
Lansing, MI
06.2008 - 01.2009
- Achieved cost-savings through measuring and optimizing production capacity and labor inputs, reduced production from 3 shifts to 2 shifts and eliminated weekend production and unnecessary overtime.
- Oversite of general ledger, payroll and key indicator reporting.
- Promoted cycle counting policies and quickly identifying inventory discrepancies.
Senior Sarbanes Oxley Analyst
Delphi Automotive
Troy, MI
10.2007 - 04.2008
- Conducted SOX 404 training programs at domestic and international Delphi sites.
- Contribute and review SOX 404 company wide compliance standards.
- Global SME for SOX compliance for machine tooling and die procurement and inventory.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees
Interim Director of Internal Audit
Dawn Foods
Jackson, MI
09.2005 - 09.2007
- Validated general ledger, payroll, and COGS reporting systems to assess quality and conformance, identified and recommended corrective actions.
- Reviewed Menu and Cost Build-up records, KPIs, and other operational data to assure the reporting and forecasting integrity. Suggest improvements when needed.
- Delivered monthly reports to BOD and senior management.
- Recruited and hired two employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and retention.
Audit Manager
Maner Costerisan
Lansing, MI
06.2003 - 09.2005
- Conducted Audits, Reviews and Compilations resulting in written reports, tax returns and A-133 reports for public companies, governmental entities, and non-profit organizations.
- Trained and mentored department staff on processes and methods to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions
- Cultivated mutually beneficial relationships with clients and Partners to facilitate improved business operations
Senior Audit Associate
Weber, Curtin & Drake CPAs
Traverse City, MI
09.1998 - 05.2003
- Performed audits and assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies and recommending critical changes.
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
- Conveyed complex audit information to clients of diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of tax codes, legislation and tax programs.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Franchise Owner - Domino's Pizza
Self-employed
Petoskey, MI
08.1994 - 06.1998
- Expanded business at this existing location by 30%.
- Recruited and developed successful leadership staff to handle day-to-day business operations
- Provided strong incentive programs for managers and key team members.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
Franchise Owner - Domino's Pizza
Self-employed
Cadillac, MI
09.1992 - 06.1998
- Raised more than $100,000 in investment funds to start franchise business, building from ground up to achieve consistent year-over-year gains in challenging area.
- Handled team, customer and operations issues with calm, knowledgeable strategies to keep business on-track against targets.
- Expanded business 20% Y over Y by hiring and training staff, taking care of customers and launching creative local store marking efforts. This store was awarded highest sales increase store in upper Michigan DMA 3 years running.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Managed labor, inventory and overhead costs effectively to maintain business profitability.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
Regional Financial Controller
Domino's Pizza
Dallas, TX
09.1988 - 05.1992
- Worked with three executives to create annual regional budget and track actual sales and expenses against projected sales and expenses.
- Accurately projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Oversaw accounts payable, payroll, and cash concentration operations and payroll taxes for 300 company owned stores with $850,000 in monthly expenses and $650,000 in payroll.
Staff Accountant
Apple, & Bachman, CPAs
Farmington Hills, MI
08.1984 - 03.1988
- Audited financial statements for multiple small business clients for compliance with SAS and GAAP.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly payroll taxes for high-net-worth clients.
- Completed end-of-year financial audits by collaborating with various coworkers.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
Oakland University
Rochester, MI 08.1982 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI 09.1977 - 06.1981
Skills
Process analysis
Procurement systems analysis
General ledger and payroll analysis
Regulations and compliance
Cross-functional communications
Project planning and development
Risk and liability quantification
Accomplishments
- Top 10 % of commission earners based on Contract Compliance Audit Recoveries, 2019 - 2021.
Software
Microsoft Suite
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
PRGX US, Inc.
05.2014 - Current
Senior Engagement Consultant
Apex Analytics, Inc.
05.2009 - 05.2014
Plant Controller
Alliance Interiors, LLC.
06.2008 - 01.2009
Senior Sarbanes Oxley Analyst
Delphi Automotive
10.2007 - 04.2008
Interim Director of Internal Audit
Dawn Foods
09.2005 - 09.2007
Audit Manager
Maner Costerisan
06.2003 - 09.2005
Senior Audit Associate
Weber, Curtin & Drake CPAs
09.1998 - 05.2003
Franchise Owner - Domino's Pizza
Self-employed
08.1994 - 06.1998
Franchise Owner - Domino's Pizza
Self-employed
09.1992 - 06.1998
Regional Financial Controller
Domino's Pizza
09.1988 - 05.1992
Staff Accountant
Apple, & Bachman, CPAs
08.1984 - 03.1988
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
Oakland University
08.1982 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Northern Michigan University
09.1977 - 06.1981