KERENSA LEIGH CROY
Waxahachie
Summary
Dynamic DCAA professional with extensive experience in multiple roles, including Field Detachment and Policy, complemented by overseas assignments that foster a robust understanding of diverse operational environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex projects on time and within scope, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities. Excellent communication skills facilitate effective networking with peers and stakeholders, driving the development of new guidance and enhancing organizational efficiencies. Committed to continuous personal and professional development while fostering growth in others, adept at managing multiple projects to achieve significant process improvements and project milestones.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager, Policy (Audit Standards Division) GS 511-14
DCAA
03.2023 - Current
- Serve as a senior staff auditor and technical expert in PAS (Audit Standards) Division.
- Responsible for several plan areas and projects which support the Agency's goal of continuous improvements in audit practices and efficiencies to assist the field.
- Perform extensive research of AICPA Standards, GAGAS, Regulations, and other guidance to develop new guidance including significant projects such as improving efficiencies for the field.
- Perform timely research in response to incoming requests from the field on topics such as documentation, auditing standards, audit types (advisory services, etc.), audit working paper documentation, GAGAS, Judgmental Selection, Information Reliability, assessment of threats to independence and other technical areas.
- Analyze trend data such as quality review results to identify audit problem areas and emerging issues, evaluating cause, and determining need for revised or new guidance.
- Collaborated closely with other stakeholders such as the QM Team, DCAA Statistician, other Policy Divisions, Quality, and the Field to brainstorm and to ensure consistency in guidance.
- Support Quality during reviews; providing opinion on application of DCAA, GAGAS, and AT-C guidance.
- Provided opinions and comments on inquiries and suggestions received from other Headquarters teams, Quality Division, DCAA Regions and field offices regarding audit policies, guidance, procedures, and other program related matters.
- Responsible for several program areas including Audit Working Paper documentation, Audit Types, GAGAS/AICPA/Other Standards, Information Reliability, Judgmental Selection, Independent Reference Review (IRR), Legislation/NDAA/CR, Leveraging of Audit Effort, Advisory Services and monitoring of DCMA activities.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline audit processes and enhance compliance protocols.
- Developed strategic initiatives to improve efficiency in contract audits and oversight.
Branch Manager, Field Detachment, Central Florida Branch Office GS 511-14
DCAA
12.2019 - 03.2023
- Managed FAO with cognizance of Corporate, Shared Services, intermediate home office and the largest segment in the Network (3B ADV).
- Crossed teamed to issue high volume of reports on complex audits including incurred cost, FPRP, proposal effort, CAS, restructuring proposal, and business system audits for diverse segments timely while meeting DCAA's quality standards.
- Highly engaged with team and supported decision making relating to report qualifications, scope limitation language, SOCARs and timely resolution of audit issues.
- Encouraged use of tools and efficient methods to execute audits such as data analytics, leveraging other audit effort, best practices/templates available and inclusion of FAQ, RST and technical specialists in planning and execution of audits.
- Issued high profile restructuring proposal audit (proposed 500M; estimated savings of 1.9B) related to the merger of L3 and Harris.
- CAD focal point for discussions with senior contractor government compliance and DCMA.
- Issued accounting system deficiency on the access issue which resulted in the contractor's revision of this policy.
- Built positive working relationship with DCMA (CACO and DACO) and coordinated audit effort such as MMAS, Pensions, FPRP and CAS and teamed to work through noncompliances and contractor issues.
FD RST Chief, DCAA GS 511-14
DCAA
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Served as RST Chief; for a FM Certification special project and as the permanent RST Chief (during transition to FAO Manager at CFBO effective December 2019).
- Collaborated with technical specialists to research audit guidance and policy to effectively support the field.
- Attended recurring RS Collaboration with other RST Groups in DCAA to discuss current topics such as TIN planning, Requirements Planning, emerging guidance, etc.
- Collaborated with other technical specialists in other regions to develop process and guidance.
- Provided input and analysis on workload performed by NY team and reassignment of team.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Supervisory Auditor Field Detachment, South Central Branch Office GS 511-13
DCAA
09.2012 - 09.2016
- Supervised team of five auditors at a major contractor.
- Team was responsible for auditing annual incurred cost for five large segments.
- Performed timely reviews of working papers to ensure reports were timely, responsive, and met GAGAS and Agency guidance.
- Managed a team of new hires which have since developed into highly respected auditors/supervisors.
- Performed program planning for the team responsible for a major contractor (5 segments).
- Supervised the first audits that utilized data analytics successfully.
- Conducted comprehensive financial audits to ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
- Analyzed financial statements for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
Supervisory Auditor European Branch Office-TDY to Kuwait
DCAA
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Supervisory Auditor for the Kuwait Office during a time of transition as the Southwest Asia office was being absorbed into the European Branch Office.
- Responsible for program planning for Qatar, Afghanistan and Kuwait, office functions such as upcoming office move, fire inspections, postal duties, taking care of in processing/out processing for DCAA personnel, and daily reports to OMC-K and ASG-KU.
- Performed all program planning for Kuwait, Afghanistan, and Qatar suboffices.
- Supervised employees at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait and Bagram AFB, Afghanistan.
- Traveled to various bases in Afghanistan, Qatar and to Jordan for audits and to attend meetings with contractors, base command, and LOGCAP.
- Provided support for negotiations and met with representatives of DCMA and other agencies to present audit findings and recommendations regarding audit findings and system deficiencies.
- Led audit teams in assessing compliance with federal regulations and DCAA guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans to identify risks and ensure financial integrity.
Auditor, DCAA GS 511 (7-12)
DCAA
05.2007 - 09.2012
- Dallas Branch Office, Bell Helicopter May 2007 - July 2008
- Nominated for Auditor Trainee of the year.
- Received rating of 'outstanding' on every evaluation.
- Assignments included proposals, incurred cost, CAS.
- Issued all assignments under budget and by the agreed upon due date.
- Assigned as lead to major contractor incurred cost audit.
- Assignments include disclosure statement, billing system, forward pricing, proposals, voluntary disclosures, and voucher processing.
- Asia Branch Office (Iraq) January 2011 - September 2011
- TDY assignment to the Iraq Branch Office located at the US Embassy in Baghdad.
- Field work required travel to forward operation bases across Iraq and travel into Jordan.
- Virtual Incurred Cost Team September 2011 - July 2012
- Selected for VIC team to assist with the backlog of incurred cost audits.
- Completed multi-year incurred cost audits, adequacy determinations, low risk memos.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Texas A&M Commerce
05.2009
Bachelor of Business Studies - Business Administration
Dallas Baptist University
05.2007
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CPA - Certified Professional Accountant
Timeline
Program Manager, Policy (Audit Standards Division) GS 511-14
DCAA
03.2023 - Current
Branch Manager, Field Detachment, Central Florida Branch Office GS 511-14
DCAA
12.2019 - 03.2023
FD RST Chief, DCAA GS 511-14
DCAA
02.2019 - 05.2019
Supervisory Auditor European Branch Office-TDY to Kuwait
DCAA
06.2015 - 02.2016
Supervisory Auditor Field Detachment, South Central Branch Office GS 511-13
DCAA
09.2012 - 09.2016
Auditor, DCAA GS 511 (7-12)
DCAA
05.2007 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Business Studies - Business Administration
Dallas Baptist University
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Texas A&M Commerce
Awards
- Performance Awards, 2014-2023
- DCAA Team of the Year, 2021
- Global War on Terror, 2011
Training
- Bureau of Diplomatic Security - Department of State, 2010-12-01, Iraq Familiarization Course
- DDPL (Director's Development Program in Leadership), 2018-01-01, 2019-01-01, Competency based-strategic leadership development program designed to develop senior-level civilians with leadership performance