Laura Perez
Milton
Summary
Retired Audit Manager with 35 years of experience in Army financial operations. Led diverse teams in complex audits across financial reporting, medical operations, and logistics. Delivered comprehensive audit reports that enhanced management decision-making and improved client relations. Recognized for strong communication skills and critical thinking in driving performance improvements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Manager
U.S. Army Audit Agency
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
01.2008 - 04.2024
- Managed diverse team of auditors, ensuring timely and accurate completion of audit projects.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies to identify high-risk areas and formulate proposals.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, and resources needed.
- Evaluated internal controls by testing key processes across various business units.
- Oversaw successful completion of numerous audit projects while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Negotiated with clients to establish clear audit scopes and objectives for mutual understanding.
- Analyzed complex client issues, generating targeted solutions that improved client relations.
- Prepared audit reports and presented findings to senior managers.
- Mentored junior auditors, aiding in their professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
- Led recruiting efforts and made hiring decisions to fill vacant auditor positions.
- Conducted regular training sessions for audit staff, increasing their knowledge and skillset in the field.
Education
MBA - Business Management
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NYBachelor of Science - Organizational Behavior
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CASkills
- Client relations
- Performance improvement
- Employee development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
Timeline
Audit Manager
U.S. Army Audit Agency
01.2008 - 04.2024
MBA - Business Management
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Behavior
University of San Francisco