Nidia "Lucia" Fajardo Barrera
Miami,FL
Summary
Bilingual Accountant specializing in Internal Control and Assurance, with eleven years of experience in Big 4 accounting firms, Non-For-Profit Organizations, Healthcare, and Government. Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, performing well under pressure, strong research and problem-solving, and communicating ideas clearly and effectively. Committed professional with the ability to work independently by fostering collaboration within the team members to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
04.2021 - Current
- Lead Internal Audits, from planning to execution and completion.
- Prepare the Audit Program, including the nature, extent, and timing of the Audit procedures to be performed.
- Instruct, direct, and review the work of audit associates in the completion of audit procedures.
- Develop detailed testing of Balance Sheet accounts, Revenues, and Expenditures in accordance with Governmental Accounting and Audit standards.
- Perform detailed testing to ensure compliance with applicable law and regulations.
- Perform Internal Audit procedures, including evaluating control design adequacy and operating effectiveness.
- Prepare Internal Audit Reports summarizing the scope of the Audit, findings, and recommendations as applicable.
- Constant communication with Director, Assistant Director and Manager with respect to engagement progress risks, issues, and demonstrate dexterity by managing the needs of multiple audits at a time.
- Participate in quality review process.
- Train new employees on Governmental accounting principles and department Audit procedures.
Associate Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted in planning work on assigned audits.
- Performed more complex assignments such as those of an investigative nature.
- Prepared summaries, schedules and supporting information for phases of audits assigned.
- Worked under close supervision of the Assistant Director or senior auditor to utilize and develop technical expertise in auditing.
- Drafted findings and recommendations into detailed reports.
- Prepared formal written reports, as requested, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.
Assistant Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Conducted Audit assignments by examining, analyzing and verifying accounting records and fiscal data; checks and verified entries, footings and extensions for accuracy; audits accounts, bank reconciliations, payrolls, invoices and expenditures for mathematical correctness and legal compliance; discusses unusual findings with Senior Auditor during audit progress.
- Determined whether county organizational units are performing their planning, custodial, accounting or control activities in compliance with policies, procedures, standards, laws and regulations, and in a manner consistent with objectives and standards of administrative practices and applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Semi Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens SCAI
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Supported coordination of financial audits, from planning to execution and completion
- Prepared Audit Program, including nature, extent, and timing of the Audit procedures to be performed.
- Coached, and reviewed the work of audit associates in the execution of audit procedures.
- Performed Walkthroughs on relevant business processes such as revenue, derivatives and financial reporting process.
- Performed detailed testing of balance sheet and income statement accounts, such as, revenue, derivatives and journal entries.
- Provided regularly updates to the Audit Manager concerning Audit progress, issues, and findings.
- Proposed adjusting journal entries and discuss audit findings with clients.
- Followed up on previous years' audit recommendations were implemented and audit adjustment were resolved accordingly by the clients.
- Documented audit procedures and cross reference work papers according with Moore Stephens SCAI methodology.
- Assisted in the preparation of the multilocation deliverables to Engagement Group Auditor (UK), which were in accordance to IFRS.
- Prepared management letter including recommendations of Internal Control deficiencies.
- Participated on Agreed Upon Procedures.
Senior Auditor
Logytech Mobile SAS
01.2013 - 10.2013
- Assisted in identifying and evaluating the organization's risk areas and provides input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan for the region. (Colombia, Panama and Chile).
- Performed Internal audit procedures, including evaluating suitability of control design and operating effectiveness, determining compliance with policies and procedures, identifying and defining issues, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting company processes and procedures.
- Conducted interviews, reviewed documents, prepared summary reports on Audit Findings.
- Assisted in communicating the results of audit findings via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Directors.
Audit Assistant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Performed Walkthroughs on relevant business processes such as cash and treasury, inventory, accounts receivable, PP&E, payroll and operating expenses.
- Performed detailed testing of balance sheet and income statement accounts, such as, cash and treasury, inventory, accounts receivable, PP&E, payroll and operating expenses.
- Provided regularly updates to the Senior Associate concerning Audit progress, issues, and findings.
- Proposed adjusting journal entries and discuss audit findings with clients.
- Documented audit procedures and cross reference work papers according with PwC methodology.
- Participated in client's physical inventory observations.
- Prepared internal control memos on audit findings for Senior Associate and Manager Review.
Accountant Assistant
Gansce LTDA
06.2008 - 12.2010
- Initiated customer's invoices according to sales orders.
- Recorded of daily sales, expenses, capital expenditure.
- Prepared bank reconciliations, accounts receivables, and account payables and investigated reconciling items.
- Prepared taxes and Income Tax Return according to local regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy -
Libre, University
Bogota, Colombia08.2012
Specialist in Internal Control And Assurance -
Libre University
Bogota, Colombia2014
English Program - English Education
Zoni Language Centers
Miami Beach, FL2015
English Program - English Education
Language On
Miami2016
Master of Arts - Accounting
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL2013
Skills
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Specialist in Internal Control and Assurance
- US GAAP and US GAAS Accounting Practices
- Governmental Accounting Standards - GASB
- COSO Framework
- Financial Reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
04.2021 - Current
Associate Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
06.2018 - 03.2021
Assistant Auditor
Miami Dade County, Audit And Management Services
02.2018 - 05.2018
Semi Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens SCAI
12.2013 - 12.2014
Senior Auditor
Logytech Mobile SAS
01.2013 - 10.2013
Audit Assistant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2011 - 01.2013
Accountant Assistant
Gansce LTDA
06.2008 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Accountancy -
Libre, University
Specialist in Internal Control And Assurance -
Libre University
English Program - English Education
Zoni Language Centers
English Program - English Education
Language On
Master of Arts - Accounting
Nova Southeastern University
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