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Robert Cole
Hesperia,MI
Summary
Results-driven audit professional with comprehensive experience in financial analysis and compliance. Expertise in risk management, internal controls, and best practices. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Dependable and adaptable with keen ability to navigate changing needs. Known for analytical thinking, integrity, and effective communication.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Manager
PRGX, Inc.
07.2000 - 03.2025
- Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge.
- Improved client relations by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Mentored junior auditors, aiding in their professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
Revenue Agent
Internal Revenue Service
02.1988 - 07.2000
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in reviewing financial records, ensuring accurate determination of taxable income and liabilities for assigned cases.
- Increased revenue collection by diligently reviewing tax returns and identifying discrepancies.
- Coordinated with legal counsel on complex cases requiring litigation support or expert testimony during court proceedings.
Accounts Payable Specialist
MC Sporting Goods
05.1986 - 02.1988
- 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.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
Education
BBA - Accounting / Business
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI05-1986
Skills
- Audit documentation
- Client relationship management
- Risk assessment
- Employee development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of nine staff members.
- Exceeded budgeted revenue for assigned accounts on consistent basis.
- Worked collaboratively with clients to identify procedural gaps and provide solutions to reduce financial leakage.
Outstanding Male Student Athlete
Selected as outstanding male student athlete at Kalamazoo Valley Community College in 1983.
Interests
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Employee of the Quarter
Selected as employee of the quarter at PRGX in April 2001
Timeline
Audit Manager
PRGX, Inc.
07.2000 - 03.2025
Revenue Agent
Internal Revenue Service
02.1988 - 07.2000
Accounts Payable Specialist
MC Sporting Goods
05.1986 - 02.1988
BBA - Accounting / Business
Aquinas College
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