Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Petrina Washburn

Ardmore,OK

Summary

Dynamic Tax Compliance Audit Specialist with a proven track record at Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce, leveraging advanced Excel skills and effective communication to enhance audit processes. Recognized for improving risk assessment capabilities and fostering a culture of accountability, driving significant process improvements and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Work History

Tax Compliance Audit Specialist

Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Improved risk assessment capabilities by incorporating data analytics tools into the audit process, enabling precise identification of high-risk areas warranting further examination.
  • Efficiently managed multiple concurrent audit projects, ensuring timely completion without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
  • Mitigated potential conflicts of interest through careful review and approval of related party transactions.
  • Improved communication between departments by collaborating on cross-functional audits and addressing shared concerns.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by consistently enforcing established policies and procedures during audits.
  • Demonstrated adaptability as an Audit Specialist by effectively managing shifting priorities in response to evolving organizational needs.
  • Expedited resolution of identified issues by communicating actionable recommendations to responsible parties in a clear, concise manner.
  • Maintained professional development as an Audit Specialist by staying current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices relevant to the field.
  • Facilitated process improvements by analyzing workflow inefficiencies identified during audits, recommending solutions tailored to specific departmental needs.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information throughout the audit process by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols.
  • Contributed to the ongoing evolution of the organization''s audit program by participating in regular process evaluations and suggesting areas for enhancement.
  • Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.

Medical Support Technician

Chickasaw Nation Department Of Health
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and offering emotional support during challenging situations.
  • Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and efficient medical support services.
  • Streamlined clinic operations for improved patient care through effective scheduling and organization of medical supplies.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the clinic by adhering to established infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards or areas for improvement as needed.
  • Managed telephone communications to relay information and connect callers to staff.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.

Safety Specialist

Chickasaw Nation Division OfCommerce
  • Led training courses for employees at all levels.
  • Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
  • Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
  • Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
  • Created a culture of accountability within the organization by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and fostering open communication among employees regarding concerns or incidents.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.

Retail Sales Associate

Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, leading to repeat store visits and enhanced customer loyalty.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering welcoming store atmosphere.
  • Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ardmore High School
Ardmore, OK

Skills

  • Advanced Excel
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Business process analysis
  • Financial statement analysis
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Tax Compliance Audit Specialist

Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce

Medical Support Technician

Chickasaw Nation Department Of Health

Safety Specialist

Chickasaw Nation Division OfCommerce

Retail Sales Associate

Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce

High School Diploma -

Ardmore High School

Similar Profiles

  • Sheik Naazma AhmediSheik Naazma Ahmedi

    Tax Operations Specialist (Payroll & Tax Compliance) at Rippling IndiaTax Operations Specialist (Payroll & Tax Compliance) at Rippling India

  • Jacqueline Noelle RyionJacqueline Noelle Ryion

    Compliance & Audit Specialist at Oroville HospitalCompliance & Audit Specialist at Oroville Hospital

  • Neeraj GargNeeraj Garg

    <ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.

  • Xolelwa Siphokazi FantsiXolelwa Siphokazi Fantsi

    Internal Audit Specialist at African BankInternal Audit Specialist at African Bank

CREATE PROFILE
Petrina Washburn