Howard Eddy
Penfield
Summary
Auditor with extensive experience in preparing and examining financial records. Proficient in developing and implementing auditing systems while evaluating internal controls of accounting functions. Strong analytical skills enable quick identification and resolution of issues.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Associate
RDG + Partners / Doeren Mayhew Assurance
Rochester
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted financial audits of clients' records, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger transactions, to assess compliance and identify discrepancies.
- Executed audits of financial statements and compliance documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Collaborated with clients to gather critical financial information and documentation for audit processes.
- Prepared comprehensive workpapers documenting audit evidence obtained during engagements.
- Delivered training sessions for junior associates on financial auditing techniques.
WOTC Processor
RDG-ERS Partners
Rochester
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated HR services in tax, including WOTC (Work Opportunity Tax Credit) and NYS Youth Jobs Program, as a third-party firm
- Utilized advanced Excel functions to automate credit calculations based on client qualifications, enhancing accuracy and efficiency
- Worked with tax planning software & QuickBooks
- Liaised with IRS and other institutions to address and fulfill client tax-related needs
Associate Operations Processor Intern
Wells Fargo Advisors
Rochester
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Liaised with Various Annuity companies to best meet our clients' needs.
- Worked with back office to create and submit various forms for clientele.
- Collaborated with management to maintain accurate records and conduct regular audits on client accounts.
Line Cook
The Pelicans Nest Restaurant
Rochester
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with ever changing menu items, able to learn on the fly
- Worked 70-80 hour weeks every week
- Given management shifts 1-2 times per week in the kitchen.
- Given the task of training new employees to help them grow and learn
Customer service representative
Wegmans Food Supermarkets Inc
Rochester
02.2016 - 03.2021
- Vast knowledge of all Store policies, responded to customer request for products, services, or company information to best suit their needs.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales teams to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Preserved revenue streams by utilizing strong communication and negotiating skills, offering refunds as a last resort to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with higher management to find solutions to larger store problems such as scheduling, pricing, and refunds.
- Always pushing co-workers further and harder to increase revenue and to help them grow.
- Constantly learning from superiors, asking questions and applying that knowledge at work whenever able.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
St Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure, NY05-2024
BBA - Accountancy
St. Bonaventure University
Saint Bonaventure, NY05-2023
High School diploma -
Aquinas University
Rochester, NYSkills
- Financial auditing
- Audit planning
- Workpaper preparation
- QuickBooks Online
- Quickbooks Desktop
- Microsoft Excel
- Tableau
- Microsoft Word
- Client relationship management
- Problem solving
- PowerPoint
Skills And Acknowledgements
- Involved in SIMM (Students in Money Management)
- Involved in Mock Trial
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
- Proficient in Tableau
- Involved in SBU Warming House
- Proficient in QuickBooks
Timeline
Audit Associate
RDG + Partners / Doeren Mayhew Assurance
06.2024 - Current
WOTC Processor
RDG-ERS Partners
12.2022 - 08.2023
Associate Operations Processor Intern
Wells Fargo Advisors
05.2022 - 08.2022
Line Cook
The Pelicans Nest Restaurant
06.2021 - 08.2021
Customer service representative
Wegmans Food Supermarkets Inc
02.2016 - 03.2021
MBA - Accounting And Finance
St Bonaventure University
BBA - Accountancy
St. Bonaventure University
High School diploma -
Aquinas University