Lily Bell
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Financial Services Assurance Senior at Ernst & Young, experienced in US GAAP standards and AI-assisted analysis. Excelled in project management, leading audit teams to deliver high quality results. Cultivated strong client relationships, enhancing audit efficiency. Successfully managed audit budgets, ensuring compliance and resource optimization. Recognized for ownership and accountability in complex financial environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Services Assurance Senior
Ernst & Young
05.2025 - Current
- Served as lead senior on public audit engagements in the banking industry, including specialized audits such as 401(k) plans and broker-dealer engagements.
- Supervised and coordinated audit teams, ensuring timely, accurate deliverables and high‑quality audit results.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships by proactively addressing audit inquiries and communicating key findings.
- Presented and trained clients and internal teams on AI enabled audit tools, including financial statement tie‑out and code analysis solutions.
- Managed and monitored multiple audit budgets across diverse workstreams to support effective planning and resource allocation.
- Coordinated the completion of the GAAP disclosure checklist ensuring compliance with relevant accounting guidance and providing support on complex accounting matters.
Financial Services Assurance Staff
Ernst & Young
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Prepared workpapers in accordance with PCAOB and firm standards with accurate, complete, and clear audit evidence.
- Evaluated internal controls and documented walkthroughs to support control reliance strategies.
- Performed substantive and analytical testing across key financial statement areas to support audit conclusions.
- Partnered with senior team members to execute audit procedures and resolve issues identified during testing.
- Regularly communicated with clients to obtain documentation and clarify accounting matters.
Assurance Audit Internship
Ernst & Young
12.2022 - 2022
Education
Master of Accountancy -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12-2023
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12-2022
Skills
- Project Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Relations
- Strong Attention to Detail
- US GAAP standards knowledge
- ASC 606 Implementation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experienced in Workiva and Slack platforms
- Proficient in AI-Assisted Analysis & Reporting Tools (Internal Tools & Microsoft 365 Copilot)
- Financial Analysis & Forecasting
Timeline
Financial Services Assurance Senior
Ernst & Young
05.2025 - Current
Financial Services Assurance Staff
Ernst & Young
01.2023 - 05.2025
Assurance Audit Internship
Ernst & Young
12.2022 - 2022
Master of Accountancy -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham