Keith Lessner
Davenport,FL
Summary
With over twenty years of experience in the Title Industry, I'm currently looking to expand my knowledge and focus more on Premium Auditing. I'm currently working towards my CFE certification and plan to complete the certification in May 2025. Seasoned auditing professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
National Agency Audit Supervisor
Amtrust Title Insurance Company
02.2018 - Current
- Created, enforced and consistently improved audit procedures to improve audit efficiency by 55%.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant CFPB, ATLA Best Practices and business implications.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Cultivated mutually beneficial relationships with clients and company financial officers to facilitate improved business operations.
Internal Auditor
Stewart Title Insurance Agency
08.2008 - 04.2017
- Prepare timely formal written audit reports for senior management
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Supported management in developing action plans to address identified issues, promoting timely resolution of audit findings.
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
Policy Services Manager (Revenue Accounting Manager)
Stewart Title Insurance Agency
04.2004 - 08.2008
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures for improved efficiency and timely financial reporting.
- Managed the revenue recognition process, ensuring GAAP compliance and minimizing risk of errors.
- Developed a strong understanding of industry-specific revenue recognition rules, ensuring company compliance and reducing the potential for regulatory scrutiny.
- Hired, trained and managed revenue department team members and developed engaged, high-functioning performers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University Of New Haven
West Haven, CT06.2021
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Audit planning and execution
- Advanced Excel
- Audit oversight
- Internal control evaluation
- Risk assessment analysis
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Accounting standards expertise
- Quality assurance
- Profits and losses tracking
Timeline
National Agency Audit Supervisor
Amtrust Title Insurance Company
02.2018 - Current
Internal Auditor
Stewart Title Insurance Agency
08.2008 - 04.2017
Policy Services Manager (Revenue Accounting Manager)
Stewart Title Insurance Agency
04.2004 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University Of New Haven
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