Jesse Acosta CPA
CA
Summary
Proactive business professional that is dedicated to working with a mindset of providing enhancements of quality and success that advance stakeholders' goals. Highly analytical and effective communicator with exceptional teamwork skills and a proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments. Possesses a positive attitude and unwavering commitment to continuous learning and growth, eager to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Consulting
07.2024 - Current
- Relocated to Orange County California and looking for consulting or fulltime positions in Accounting, Audit and Data Analytics to expand my horizons.
Senior Internal Auditor
Assurant Inc
01.2016 - 06.2024
- Lead risk-based and compliance audits through all phases of the audit including planning, testing, and providing written reports of key findings including follow up on open issues through remediation.
- Assessed opportunities to improve the internal control environment across the company to help Assurant business leaders manage risk by using critical analysis to identify root causes and communicate key performance drivers.
- Identified and realized efficiencies through data analytics and automation in both the department and in the company.
- Became a trusted and objective business partner by developing and maintaining strong relationships with all levels of management and staff and always promoted a positive work culture.
- Managed projects on my own as well as lead teams by developing their understanding of audit methodology and making the strategic goals for each project digestible to all members.
- Worked seamlessly with external auditors and provided ad hoc support to the financial reporting team during annual reporting and quarterly tie outs to ensure the integrity of publicly reported information.
Senior Internal Auditor
Tronox LLC
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Lead operational, financial and SOX audits and recommended control design improvements as part of a transformation initiative to strengthen the overall control environment.
- Travel globally to perform walkthroughs and review workflows to determine associated business risks and controls.
- Work closely with process owners to develop and maintain process documentation and provide them with feedback as to strengthen the overall control environment by enhancing their understanding of risks and creating solutions.
- Identified issues, diagnosed root cause and recommended effective solutions to area management.
- Drafted the audit report in conformance with professional and departmental standards.
- Performed closing meetings with responsible management to discuss audit findings and recommendations and solicit appropriate Management Action Plans for remediation of audit findings.
Senior Consultant
Consulting
05.2013 - 07.2015
- Relocated to NYC and performed various consulting roles to diversify my accounting experience in different departments.
- Worked with both Michael Page International and Elite Placement Group to provide companies with as a Senior Consultant to perform ad hoc projects over fixed periods of time.
- The areas of focus included Accounting, Internal Audit, and streamlining operations.
- Evaluated clients' needs and created plans of action to stakeholders, providing insights and actionable recommendations for business improvement.
Senior Corporate Accountant
Chemtura Corporation
05.2010 - 04.2013
- Regularly collaborated with General Accounting, Business Finance, international subsidiaries, and actuarial consultants to prepare monthly consolidated analysis for various technical accounting areas such as FAS 143 Asset Retirement Obligation, Pension, and Restructuring as well as completing periodic independent SOX testing.
- Provided guidance and developed journal entries to ensure appropriate and consistent accounting treatment in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
- Drafted SEC disclosures for the 10Q and 10K filings as well as worked with External Auditors to respond to any inquiries and provide all necessary supporting detail.
- Researched accounting literature and provided summary to Director of Corporate Accounting for areas such as multiemployer pension plans and updated literature on annual goodwill impairment testing.
- Performed quarterly analytical reviews of the P&L and various balance sheet areas by utilizing Hyperion and SAP to explain any unusual or unexpected items.
Senior Consultant, MBA Student, and CPA Certification
Consulting and Education
04.2008 - 04.2010
- Performed consulting work for the Internal Audit department at Warnaco Inc as an Internal Auditor, while studying for CPA and completing MBA Courses.
- Evaluated existing business processes, recommending improvements that led to increased design effectiveness & operational efficiency.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources and workload demands.
Experienced Associate
PWC
06.2005 - 03.2008
- Performed certified audits and compilations for a diverse client base concentrated in middle market manufacturing, financial services, insurance, banking, municipalities, and not for profit companies.
- Clients included Cigna, Landmark Partners, Assa Abloy, Lydall, and Novelis, among others.
- Responsibilities included planning, administration, fieldwork and wrap-up of audit engagements and special projects.
- Reviewed client financial statements to ensure compliance with GAAP, STAT and regulatory requirements.
- Performed balance sheet and income statement analytics and control testing.
- Performed internal control audits by documenting control environments, reviewing risk assessments and control activities to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Hartford
West Hartford, C12.2010
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2005
Skills
- Programming knowledge of Excel, and proficient in Microsoft office products, Sharepoint and AuditBoard
- Additional Programs used in previous roles are SAP, Hyperion, and QuickBooks
- Conflict resolution and negotiation of solutions meeting best needs of all parties
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Report Generation
- Facilitation of meetings and presenting to groups
- Adaptability and Multitasking
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- The ability to mentor and coach colleagues, through influence, to achieve team results
- Knowledge of accounting, finance, operations, data mining, risk and compliance
Certifications
CPA Certified in CT 2011-2014 and in NY 2014 - Present
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteHybridTimeline
Senior Consultant
Consulting
07.2024 - Current
Senior Internal Auditor
Assurant Inc
01.2016 - 06.2024
Senior Internal Auditor
Tronox LLC
08.2015 - 12.2015
Senior Consultant
Consulting
05.2013 - 07.2015
Senior Corporate Accountant
Chemtura Corporation
05.2010 - 04.2013
Senior Consultant, MBA Student, and CPA Certification
Consulting and Education
04.2008 - 04.2010
Experienced Associate
PWC
06.2005 - 03.2008
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Hartford
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Connecticut
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