Jake A. Tafel
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Experienced Auditor focused on improving business compliance, workflow and processes through detailed audits and optimization recommendations. Successful track record of fully evaluating information, structures and procedures and initiating corrective actions. Advanced skills in eAudit and KPMG's Auditing Workflow software.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting
Campbell's Soup Company
05.2023 - Current
- Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Managed quarterly and annual footnote preparation and Non-GAAP Reconciliation within the Press Release for the company ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Performed period-close process including journal entry submissions for Stock-Based Compensation, Dividends, EPS, Treasury and Restructuring.
Auditor
KPMG
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Complied with established internal procedures by examining reports, processes and documentation.
- Participated in interviews, performed observations and evaluated pertinent information to supplement audit findings.
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits.
- Planned and executed audit phases and data input into KPMG's audit workflow software for analysis.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented projects for auditor and examiner evaluations.
Tire Technician/Sales Associate
Sam’s Club
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with customers and asked questions to assess needs and budgets.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
- Recommended tires, batteries and TPMS sensors and explained features and costs to help customers make educated buying decisions.
Education
of Accounting 1 & 2 -
Washington Township High School
Sewell, NJCommunity Service Earth Day Cleanup - undefined
Lake Park, Washingtonundefined
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Technical Skills: Expert skill in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Xchange Editor, Power BI, and IDEA Sampling Software
- Reliability and Integrity Improvement
- Systems Efficiency Evaluation
- Effective and Professional Communication
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Accounting Policy and Control
- Audit Preparation
- Information Systems Examination
- Cash Analysis
- Accounting Procedures Validation
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Expertise in Workiva
Affiliations
- Member of Campbell's Soup BRIDGE Network
Timeline
Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting
Campbell's Soup Company
05.2023 - Current
Auditor
KPMG
10.2020 - 05.2023
Tire Technician/Sales Associate
Sam’s Club
08.2016 - 08.2020
of Accounting 1 & 2 -
Washington Township High School
Community Service Earth Day Cleanup - undefined
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rowan University
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