Samantha Kenbeek
Taylor,MI
Summary
Seasoned Senior Accountant with a robust background in audit procedures and regulatory compliance. Skilled at improving business processes and delivering precise financial reporting. Strong in client relationship management and ensuring accuracy and compliance in audits.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant - Assurance
Plante Moran
Southfield, Michigan
07.2025 - Current
- Led client engagements by executing comprehensive audit procedures, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Analyzed and improved business processes, identifying risks and implementing control enhancements.
- Prepared financial statements and detailed reports for regulatory compliance, ensuring precision.
- Conducted thorough analysis of financial statements and accounts with a quality-driven approach.
- Maintained strong client relationships through effective communication, timely issue resolution, and updates.
- Supported audit teams in meeting deadlines, providing high quality service to maintain client relationships.
Staff Accountant - Assurance
Plante Moran
Southfield, Michigan
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in performing audit and review engagements across various industries including non profit organizations, municipalities, employee benefit plans, and service-based companies.
- Participated in planning and risk assessment to identify key audit areas.
- Prepared financial statements and supporting workpapers in compliance with professional standards.
- Conducted substantive and detail testing of client financial accounts to evaluate accuracy and completeness.
- Supported engagement teams in meeting deadlines and maintaining client relationships through high-quality service.
Staff Accountant
Iannuzzi Manetta & Company, P.c. Troy
Troy, Michigan
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Executed general ledger entries and reconciled monthly bank and credit card accounts for client trusts and business accounts.
- Assisted with tax preparation and compliance for various clients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes and workflows.
- Engaged directly with clients to develop tailored accounting solutions.
Assurance Intern
Plante Moran
Southfield, Michigan
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with team to execute phases of financial audits effectively.
- Supported senior auditors in testing and evaluating client financial records and internal controls.
- Researched potential clients and reported findings to senior management.
Tax Intern
Schlaupitz Madhavan, P.C.
Troy, Michigan
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with Partners and Tax Managers on diverse client engagements across various tax entities.
- Analyzed client bookkeeping records, prepared trial balances, and executed adjusting entries.
- Annotated and organized client documents into concise work papers for detail reviewers on each project.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08-2023
Skills
- Financial statement analysis
- Internal control evaluation
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Regulatory compliance and risk assessment
- Process improvement and data analysis
- Analytical problem solving
Certification
- Passed 2 of 4 CPA exams
Timeline
Senior Accountant - Assurance
Plante Moran
07.2025 - Current
Staff Accountant - Assurance
Plante Moran
08.2023 - 06.2025
Staff Accountant
Iannuzzi Manetta & Company, P.c. Troy
09.2022 - 08.2023
Assurance Intern
Plante Moran
06.2022 - 08.2022
Tax Intern
Schlaupitz Madhavan, P.C.
01.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Wayne State University