Melissa Rampersad
Oviedo,FL
Summary
Currently a stay at home mother of two and looking to re join the workforce in the field of xxxxxx. My latest working background serves from the assurance environment, bringing experience in audit processes and financial controls and communication. Demonstrated ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights, comply with audit and other regulatory standards.
These foundational skills will leverage in this field to drive your organizational success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assurance Senior Associate
Ernst & Young
12.2012 - 04.2014
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent service delivery.
- Assisted with the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Actively participated in meetings with clients'' executives to present audit findings and discuss areas requiring attention or improvements.
- Prepared comprehensive audit reports that effectively communicated findings and recommendations to clients'' senior leadership teams.
- Reviewed financial data for accuracy and completeness, identifying discrepancies that led to significant adjustments in reported figures.
- Utilized advanced proficiency in [Software] to complete high-quality work.
- Performed detailed comparisons of reports and physical documents.
- Verified accuracy of business accounts and records for compliance.
- Mentored junior staff members in various auditing techniques and best practices, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
Audit Assistant
Pannell Kerr Forster
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
- Assessed financial statements and records.
- Supported senior auditors in the preparation of detailed reports for management, outlining key findings and areas for improvement.
- Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
- Reduced errors in financial statements by conducting comprehensive account reconciliations and adjusting entries as needed.
- Worked closely with clients'' accounting teams to ensure a smooth flow of information throughout the audit process, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while maintaining the integrity of final results.
Teller
Republic Bank Limited
10.2002 - 09.2003
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere in the branch by greeting customers warmly upon arrival and addressing them by name when possible.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Managed high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing for customers.
Education
ACCA - Level 1&2
Students Accountancy Center Ltd / Self Study
Trinidad And Tobago - Chaguanas12-2019
Certified Accounting Technician
Premier Accountancy Specialist School LTD
Trinidad And Tobago12-2004
Business Management & Administration
The Institute of Administrative Management
Trinidad And Tobago01-2004
Skills
- Internal audits
- Continuous learning mindset
- Advanced Excel
- Reporting skills
- Financial statement analysis
- Teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Certification
Certified Accounting Technician,
Levels 1&2- Association of Charted Certified Accountants Qualification (3 Levels)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assurance Senior Associate
Ernst & Young
12.2012 - 04.2014
Audit Assistant
Pannell Kerr Forster
01.2010 - 12.2012
Teller
Republic Bank Limited
10.2002 - 09.2003
ACCA - Level 1&2
Students Accountancy Center Ltd / Self Study
Certified Accounting Technician
Premier Accountancy Specialist School LTD
Business Management & Administration
The Institute of Administrative Management
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