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Brady Danner, CPA

Summary

Accounting professional with over 6 years of experience in audit, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. Supported PCAOB-compliant audit engagements for public and private companies across private equity, exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, hedge funds, fund of funds, and professional services sectors while maintaining SEC independence guidelines. Experienced in planning and executing financial statement audits, risk assessments, internal controls testing, walkthroughs, and substantive procedures in accordance with US GAAP and PCAOB standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audit Manager, Financial Services Organization

Ernst & Young (EY)
Minneapolis, MN
09.2020 - Current
  • Led audit engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
  • Developed risk assessment strategies to identify key areas for improvement in client operations.
  • Streamlined reporting processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of deliverables for clients during peak reporting periods and year-end close cycles.
  • Reviewed financial statements for integrity, ensuring adherence to GAAP guidelines.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of internal controls, identifying control deficiencies and recommended process improvements to strengthen internal control environment.

Accounting / Finance Intern

John Deere
Moline, IL
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Led monthly financial closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly budget reports and variance analyses.
  • Supported senior accounting team members with ad-hoc projects as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Completed Dardis Communications Effective Presentation Skills Class

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05-2020

Skills

  • Financial statement reporting & review
  • Audit documentation & analytics
  • Risk assessment
  • Internal controls testing
  • SEC independence compliance
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA); State of Iowa
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA); State of Minnesota

Timeline

Audit Manager, Financial Services Organization

Ernst & Young (EY)
09.2020 - Current

Accounting / Finance Intern

John Deere
05.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance

Iowa State University

Tools

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI), SAP BlackLine Smart Close, Alteryx Data Workflow, Workiva Wdesk