Katherine Shumaker
Coraopolis,PA
Summary
Dynamic Audit Project Leader with extensive experience in the financial service industry, adept at crafting impactful audit reports and conducting thorough risk assessments. Proven ability to enhance audit methodologies and mentor emerging professionals, while ensuring regulatory compliance and performance management in complex environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Project Leader
Bank of New York
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2020 - Current
- Manage global audit projects within the Treasury Service Operations area. Budgeted hours ranging from 600-2,300 and teams of 10+ people.
- Craft comprehensive audit reports including details of findings and recommendations.
- Facilitate discussion and confirmation of audit findings among key business stakeholders.
- Perform comprehensive yearly risk assessments, leading to the formulation of audit strategies.
- Engage in enhancing audit methodologies through the Future of Audit Initiative.
- Mentor beginners to ensure smooth integration into the team.
- Conduct evaluations for performance management.
- Participate in community-focused activities as representative for the Community Impact Team.
Assurance Senior
CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Conducted comprehensive audits including full-scope, review engagements, and Single Audit grant work.
- Managed client interactions to ensure efficient audit scheduling and comprehensive reporting.
- Collaborated with members of the Young Advisory Committee to drive impactful discussions.
Senior Audit Associate
Sisterson & Co., LLP
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Directed audit engagements concentrating on Employee Benefit Plans, Manufacturing and Non-Profit sectors.
- Contributed to review of firm’s internal controls.
- Led initiatives within Young Professionals Group.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Accounting
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05.2013
Skills
- Project leadership
- Audit reporting
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
Activities
- Robert Morris University Head Women’s Bowling Coach
- Beverly’s Pittsburgh Volunteer
Timeline
Audit Project Leader
Bank of New York
07.2020 - Current
Assurance Senior
CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
06.2018 - 06.2020
Senior Audit Associate
Sisterson & Co., LLP
07.2013 - 06.2018
Bachelor Of Science - Accounting
Valparaiso University