Odessa Nash
Summit,MS
Summary
Dynamic internal auditor with extensive experience at First Bank, excelling in policy compliance and fraud investigations. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency through strategic audit planning and effective communication. Skilled in report generation and decision-making, successfully reducing discrepancies and improving internal controls across departments.
Internal auditing professional with expertise in risk assessment, compliance, and process improvement. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in financial analysis, internal controls, and regulatory standards. Reliable and effective communicator, known for integrity and precision in evaluating and enhancing organizational practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
First Bank
09.2016 - Current
- Led internal audits to assess compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Developed risk assessment frameworks to identify potential areas of concern within operations.
- Collaborated with management to implement process improvements based on audit findings.
- Trained junior auditors on best practices and methodologies in auditing processes.
- Facilitated discussions with stakeholders to communicate audit results and recommendations effectively.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports that clearly communicated findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Conducted follow-up audits to ensure implementation of corrective actions across departments.
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Reduced risk of fraud with thorough investigations into irregular financial transactions.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Supported management in developing action plans to address identified issues, promoting timely resolution of audit findings.
Accounts Payable Specialist
First Bank
09.2016 - Current
- Processed high-volume invoices efficiently, ensuring timely payments and vendor satisfaction.
- Reconciled accounts payable ledgers with general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced invoice processing speed and reduced discrepancies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve payment issues, improving interdepartmental communication.
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Led initiatives for automating invoicing systems, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced manual errors.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
ACH/Wire Specialist/Internal Auditor
First Bank
01.2006 - Current
- Processed wire transfers efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated communication between departments to streamline transaction workflows.
- Analyzed transaction data to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Assisted in developing new policies and procedures for the Wire Specialist team, ensuring consistent performance standards across the department.
- Identified potential fraud risks and escalated concerns, protecting both clients and the organization from financial loss.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations, performing thorough audits of wire transactions and documentation.
- Reduced transaction errors through meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to protocols.
- Managed high volumes of wire transfers daily, prioritizing tasks for timely completion and accuracy.
- Process ACH transactions accurately and efficiently using established protocols.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for electronic funds transfers.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of [Number] customers daily.
- Developed strong relationships with clients as their primary point of contact for ACH inquiries, offering exceptional customer service.
- Monitored transactions and customer behavior to identify signs of fraud.
- Managed high volumes of incoming and outgoing transactions daily, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements for all wire transactions.
- Processed high-value wire transfers with accuracy and attention to detail.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Kaplan University
Davenport, IABachelor of Science - Management
Belhaven University
Jackson, Mississippi, MSNo Degree - Certificate Credit in HR
LSU
Baton Rouge, LA09-2015
Skills
- Policy compliance
- Oral and written communications
- Fraud investigations
- Daily audits
- Audit planning
- General ledger entries
- Accounting principles
- Report generation
- Regulations and compliance
- Accounting concepts
- Decision-making
- Bank reconciliation
- Account reconciliation
- Audit support
Timeline
Internal Auditor
First Bank
09.2016 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
First Bank
09.2016 - Current
ACH/Wire Specialist/Internal Auditor
First Bank
01.2006 - Current
Master of Science - Accounting
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Belhaven University
No Degree - Certificate Credit in HR
LSU