Sarah Kajs
Crowell,TX
Summary
Professional with over 19 years with experience in finance, auditing, and information security while also being well versed in administrative areas. Known for enhancing controls and adherence to internal policies and federal requirements while improving organizational performance. Deliver strong work ethic and effective leadership skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
Texas Department of Transportation
2023.07 - Current
- Assist and/or lead team in phases of audit engagement including planning, execution, and reporting.
- Assist and or lead team in developing and implementing audit work programs and risk assessments to determine the level of risks and identify controls for testing purposes.
- Conduct comprehensive audits to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and internal policies.
- Conduct client interviews and meetings with applicable personnel throughout audit engagements.
- Collaborated with departmental staff to identify areas for process improvement
- Report regularly to management and client regarding progress of assigned audit engagement
- Perform data analysis
- Compile audit results, findings, and recommendations into a comprehensive reports.
- Construct work papers to reflect audit process in conformance to audit requirements.
- Perform leadership duties for a team of four when assigned as lead for audit engagement (i.e., monitor team progress and understanding of audit engagement, review work completed, monitor leave taken)
Construction Auditor
Texas Department of Transportation
2022.09 - 2023.07
- Performed construction project closeouts verifying required documentation is maintained and final payments to contractor is completed.
- Verified monthly payments due to contractor for work completed
- Assisted in processing change orders.
- Monitored construction records to verify compliance with state and federal laws and TxDOT Standard Specifications to include Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Buy America, and labor compliance and on-the-job training.
- Public liaison when applicable
- Connect and assist with area recordkeepers on a regular basis to advise on recordkeeping procedures
- Served as the DBE Coordinator
- Purchaser duties for the construction district office and the lab(i.e., equipment, supplies)
- Assisted in writing district Standard Operating Procedures
- P
Director
Crowell Nursing Center
2021.12 - 2022.09
- Plan and implement activities for residents
- Promote socialization and encourage residents' participation in various programs
- Draft a budget for programs and procure necessary therapy materials from best quoted price
- Plan activities that help in stimulating residents' bodies and minds
- Arrange outings as part of recreations program
- Responsible for arranging audio visual equipment, displays, transportation and other needs for events
- Plan monthly calendar of events
- Work with individual residents and their families
- Perform quarterly evaluations of the residents' of the physical and mental status of each resident
- Able to understand diverse cultures and customs
- Healthcare management company
- Contact/Supervisor: Jan Turner, Administrator - Office: 940-684-1511 Mobile: 940-636-0123
Internal Auditor/Information Security Manager/Loan Processor
Crowell State Bank
2005.08 - 2021.11
- Ensure compliance with both State and Federal Regulations
- Perform regular bank wide audits and reviews using various programs, such as Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint
- Work with external auditors and regulators
- Present audit reports to the Board of Directors
- Track audits and findings
- Develop and implement information security program
- Maintain and update information security policies
- Process new loans
- Maintain loan credit files
- Contact/Supervisor: Patty Simmons, Executive Vice President - Office: 940-684-1531
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Technical Management with a Specialization in Accounting
DeVry University
2012-12
Skills
- Project Management
- Customer Service and Interpersonal
- Report Writing
- Administrative Office Duties
- Traditional Typing
- Organization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Adaptability
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and some Access
- Empathic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Scheduling
- Leadership
Interests
Outdoor Activities, Baking, Spending Time with Family, Crafts
Timeline
Internal Auditor
Texas Department of Transportation
2023.07 - Current
Construction Auditor
Texas Department of Transportation
2022.09 - 2023.07
Director
Crowell Nursing Center
2021.12 - 2022.09
Internal Auditor/Information Security Manager/Loan Processor
Crowell State Bank
2005.08 - 2021.11
Bachelor's Degree - Technical Management with a Specialization in Accounting
DeVry University