EMILY PATTERSON
Dallas,TX
Summary
Highly analytical finance and accounting professional with a Master of Accountancy and 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, investment underwriting, auditing, and investor relations. Seeking a Finance or Accounting position within the United States Air Force where disciplined financial expertise, data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to organizational mission can contribute to national defense readiness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Acquisition Manager
Cross Development
02.2026 - Current
- Direct the full financial lifecycle of commercial real estate acquisitions, including financial underwriting, risk evaluation, LOI negotiation, and closing
- Perform complex quantitative analysis to assess investment viability and project returns for Self Storage acquisitions and development
- Present financial findings and recommendations to senior leadership and investor stakeholders
Senior Acquisition Manager
Cross Heritage Capital
01.2022 - Current
- Managed investor relations for active commercial real estate portfolio; prepared quarterly performance reviews and financial summaries
- Maintained strict standards of fiduciary responsibility and regulatory compliance across all portfolio activity
- Fielded investor inquiries and ensured accurate, transparent financial reporting
Experienced Acquisitions Associate / Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Cross Development
01.2022 - 02.2026
- Conducted in-depth market research, financial modeling, and underwriting analysis to support multi-million dollar acquisition decisions
- Maintained financial records, performance metrics, and quarterly reporting for active portfolio
- Built strategic relationships with brokerage firms, ownership groups, and capital partners
Audit Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Executed financial audits in compliance with GAAP standards at a top-tier public accounting firm
- Identified financial discrepancies and communicated findings clearly to senior auditors and management
- Applied rigorous procedural discipline in a highly regulated, deadline-driven environment
Accounting Intern
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Executed substantive testing, workpaper documentation, and client data reconciliation across an 8-week complex audit engagement
- Collaborated with senior staff through all audit phases — planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up — under tight deadlines and extended hours
- Developed hands-on proficiency in audit methodology, risk assessment, and firm documentation standards
Accounting Intern
Sulia CPA Solutions, LLC
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Maintained accurate general ledger records and performed monthly bank reconciliations for a portfolio of small business clients
Education
BBA - Accounting
University of Oklahoma, Price College of Business
Norman05-2019
Masters of Accountancy - Accounting
University of Oklahoma, Price College of Business
Norman05-2021
Skills
- Financial Analysis & Underwriting
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
- GAAP & Audit Compliance
- Investor Relations & Financial Reporting
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Risk Assessment & Due Diligence
- Stakeholder Communication
- Market Research & Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List Spring 2017
- Dean’s list Fall 2018
- Dean’s List Spring 2019
- Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals Certified
- Quickbooks ProAdvisor Certified
Certification
- Grant Thornton Advisory Jumpstart Program - Retention Case Study Group Winner (competed with all starting associates across Grant Thornton's office locations)
- Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society
- Spring 2019 Audit Project - received second highest grade for said project in Senior level Audit class
- Received individual exam scores at or significantly above average on all three exams in Senior Audit class leading to a high Final grade
Timeline
Senior Acquisition Manager
Cross Development
02.2026 - Current
Senior Acquisition Manager
Cross Heritage Capital
01.2022 - Current
Experienced Acquisitions Associate / Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Cross Development
01.2022 - 02.2026
Audit Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
09.2021 - 12.2021
Accounting Intern
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2020 - 03.2020
Accounting Intern
Sulia CPA Solutions, LLC
12.2018 - 08.2019
BBA - Accounting
University of Oklahoma, Price College of Business
Masters of Accountancy - Accounting
University of Oklahoma, Price College of Business