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MONIKA FICKAS

RIVERTON,IL

Summary


Accomplished Internal Auditor offering more than 4 years preparing internal audit documentation and reports. Knowledgeable in GAAP, GASB and operations auditing.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Auditor

Illinois National Guard
01.2021 - Current
  • Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
  • Produced audit reports.
  • Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
  • Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
  • Communicated deficencies and findings to management.

Accounting Technician

Illinois National Guard USPFO
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and Army procedures.

Chaplain Assistant E7, Enlisted

183 Air National Guard Wing
02.2009 - Current
  • Non Commissioned Officer in Charge of Chaplain Corps Operations (Master Sergeant)
  • Looked over contracts and worked with chaplains to develop a contract totaling over $25,000 to hold a strong bonds event
  • Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
  • Developed, modified, and interpreted evaluated performance standards and encouraged self-development
  • Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
  • Managed 150k budget overseas,
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.

Liaison Non Commissioned Officer

Air Force Chicago MEPS
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Worked as the main source of communication between MEPS staff and Air Force components
  • Interpreted military processing procedures and applied it to accessions data
  • Advised and provided counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management
  • Communicated regulations and changes to regulations to Air Force Recruiting Staff, Air National Guard Recruiting Staff and Air Force Reserve staff (used both oral and written communication, answered emails and answered telephone calls)
  • Advised over 30 recruiters from all components of the Air Force on accessions regulation and MEPS processing standard operating procedures
  • Maintained physical database of over 700 applicant records at one time
  • Prepared and submitted medical records to Chief Medical Officer for review
  • Verified and quality checked applicant’s data prior to processing
  • Audited and reviewed applicant records for discrepancies, looked for weaknesses in processes and verified compliance to both Joint and Air Force Regulation
  • Gathered information, compiled reports to identify problems to streamline processing and assist staff in accessions
  • Worked independently and detached from the 182nd air lift wing managing priorities and with very little or to no supervisory staff
  • Managed and lower staff and applicants
  • Communicated statistical data and reconciled monthly expenses
  • Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
  • Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
  • Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.

Accountant

CTM Business Advisors and Accountants
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.

Financial Aid Communications Specialist Veterans Benefits Specialist

Harper College
09.2014 - 07.2016
  • Trained customers on financial aid application and assistance
  • Held workshops on how to properly fill out financial aid application and follow proper procedure for over 1,500 students and parents in the Greater Chicagoland area
  • Looked over tax documents for verification of financial assistance to include schedule C, and 1040s for accuracy
  • Helped over 1,200 veterans utilize federal education benefits and obtain scholarships
  • Assisted in the opening of the veteran’s center and obtained over 75,000 dollars in funding for the project

Education

Bachelors in Accounting -

Northeastern Illinois University
05.2021

Associates in Arts - Business

Harper College
Palatine, IL

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services And Aircraft Maintaince Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Remote
04-2019

Skills

  • Statistical Analysis
  • Financial Principles
  • Problem Solving
  • Fiscal Accounting
  • Interpretation
  • Analysis
  • Financial Management Regulations
  • Disbursements
  • Collections
  • Financial Transactions
  • Financial Statements
  • Auditing
  • Internal Controls
  • Accounting concepts
  • Policy compliance
  • Regulations and compliance
  • Project Management

Special Hiring Authority

Veteran Preference with disability rating

Federal Experience

Yes Military, Federal and State Gov

Clearance

Secret

Timeline

Internal Auditor

Illinois National Guard
01.2021 - Current

Accounting Technician

Illinois National Guard USPFO
12.2019 - 01.2021

Accountant

CTM Business Advisors and Accountants
12.2018 - 12.2019

Liaison Non Commissioned Officer

Air Force Chicago MEPS
08.2018 - 12.2019

Financial Aid Communications Specialist Veterans Benefits Specialist

Harper College
09.2014 - 07.2016

Chaplain Assistant E7, Enlisted

183 Air National Guard Wing
02.2009 - Current

Bachelors in Accounting -

Northeastern Illinois University

Associates in Arts - Business

Harper College

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services And Aircraft Maintaince Technology

Community College of The Air Force

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