Open To Work
Francis Benedict Alie
Hagerstown,MD
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting and Audit professional with over 10 years of experience analyzing accounting data, audit workflows, financial documentation, and internal controls across government, public accounting, nonprofit, and private-sector environments. Proven ability to review financial statements, evaluate compliance, document audit findings, and identify process improvements to support operational efficiency and data accuracy. Skilled in workflow analysis, financial reporting, reconciliation, and communicating complex accounting concepts to cross-functional teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Revenue Agent
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
09.2024 - Current
- Review tax returns and financial documentation for compliance with federal tax laws.
- Conduct audits of complex financial records and identify discrepancies.
- Prepare detailed audit reports and maintain audit documentation.
- Collaborate with agencies and taxpayers to resolve compliance issues.
Senior Auditor
BCA Watson Rice LLP
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Analyzed accounting data and financial documentation for DOD CFO audits.
- Conducted walkthroughs, risk assessments, and internal control evaluations.
- Prepared audit work papers and workflow documentation using Canvas.
- Delivered written and verbal audit feedback to management teams.
Lead Accountant
Maryland Department of General Services
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Processed capital project invoices, grants, and operating expenditures.
- Reconciled financial accounts using CPAS and FMIS systems.
- Prepared financial spreadsheets, reports, and journal entries.
- Supported budgeting and process improvement initiatives.
Finance Manager / Accountant
Bethel World Outreach Church
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed payroll, AP/AR, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Prepared financial statements and reconciled accounts.
- Implemented accounting procedures and workflow improvements.
Education
Master's - Construction Management and Technology
University of Arizona
05-2026
Master's - Accounting and Financial Management
University of Maryland University College
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Njala University
Sierra LeoneSkills
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Audit Workflows & Documentation
- Internal Controls & Risk Assessment
- Accounting Data Analysis
- Workflow & Process Improvement
- Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
- Compliance Review & Audit Support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Power BI
- Access
- Visio
- MS Project
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Maryland Procurement Associate
Timeline
Internal Revenue Agent
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
09.2024 - Current
Senior Auditor
BCA Watson Rice LLP
11.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Accountant
Maryland Department of General Services
01.2020 - 11.2022
Finance Manager / Accountant
Bethel World Outreach Church
08.2017 - 12.2020
Master's - Construction Management and Technology
University of Arizona
Master's - Accounting and Financial Management
University of Maryland University College
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Njala University