Dedicated and results-driven member of the Washoe County School District administrative staff for six years with a strong background in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder communication. Experienced in coordinating and executing projects from conception to completion, while ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Proficient in identifying project risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Skilled in fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
Washoe County School District
06.2018 - Current
Responsible for conducting operational and performance audits across all schools within the Washoe County School District, overseeing and reviewing administrative policies and procedures throughout the District.
Key responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth analysis of school and departmental operations to ensure reliability and accuracy.
Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and the internal control environment.
Assess compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures governing district operations.
Deputy Legislative Auditor
Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau
08.2015 - 06.2018
Responsible for conducting rigorous performance audits of Nevada state government, where the mission is to deliver objective analysis of agency operations, enhancing their effectiveness, efficiency, and internal controls. The audits aim to elevate state governance by furnishing impartial and dependable insights into the workings of state agencies, programs, activities, and functions, thereby empowering the Legislature, state officials, and Nevada citizens with actionable information.
Key responsibilities:
Execute intricate performance and compliance audits with autonomy and precision.
Evaluate diverse facets of government operations with a keen eye toward enhancing efficiencies.
Collaborate seamlessly with personnel and administrators from other agencies during fieldwork and discovery phases.
Demonstrate adeptness in completing expansive assignments independently and promptly.
Employ tact and persuasive communication when addressing significant performance issues.
Utility Valuation Analyst
State of Nevada, Department of Taxation
11.2013 - 08.2015
Evaluate intercounty and interstate utilities and transportation firms to determine ad valorem tax assessments using sophisticated appraisal, accounting, and financial methodologies.
Gather and scrutinize financial data from both the industry at large and individual utility companies to establish valuation benchmarks for estimating corporate worth. Craft comprehensive narrative summaries to justify valuation outcomes and design and implement capitalization rate studies tailored to each industry.
Analyze company reports and financial statements meticulously to ensure accurate assessment allocation and tax apportionment to local jurisdictions. Develop predictive models to forecast revenue and convey these projections to facilitate local government budgetary processes.
Interpret pertinent statutes, codes, policies, and assessment outcomes upon request from stakeholders. Utilize this understanding to devise and implement valuation methodologies effectively, ensuring fairness and accuracy in assessments.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Financial Management
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL
05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Economics
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL
05.1996
Skills
Project Scheduling
Risk Management
Time Management
Communication
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Documentation
Problem-Solving
Tools & Software
Budget Management
Affiliations
Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA)
Association of Government Accountants (AGA)
Timeline
Internal Auditor
Washoe County School District
06.2018 - Current
Deputy Legislative Auditor
Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau
08.2015 - 06.2018
Utility Valuation Analyst
State of Nevada, Department of Taxation
11.2013 - 08.2015
Master of Business Administration - Financial Management
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Economics
Benedictine University
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