Scott Evans
North Aurora,IL
Summary
Licensed CPA with over 20 years of experience in a national public accounting firm, specializing in assurance and client advisory services for the renewable energy sector. Proven expertise in technical accounting and financial reporting under US GAAP. Successfully led teams to deliver high-quality service and drive client satisfaction. Strong analytical skills with a focus on compliance and efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Client Advisory Services
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Led a team of 12 professionals in delivering high-quality accounting advisory services to clients in the renewable energy industry, ranging from $1M - $100M in annual revenues
- Oversaw all aspects of planning and execution for client advisory engagements, ensuring timely and successful completion within stated deadlines
- Reviewed monthly, quarterly and annual US GAAP financial statements for clients prior to delivery
- Advised clients on complex technical accounting and financial reporting matters in accordance with US GAAP
- Oversaw all billings matters for clients, including negotiations for out-of-scope services performed
- Developed and executed strategies to enhance client advisory services, resulting in a 300% increase in new client engagements over a 9-month period
- Collaborated with senior leadership to develop business plans and identify growth opportunities for the client advisory services practice, as well as, other service lines within the Firm
- Developed and monitored annual budgets, metrics and related actual results for the renewable energy client advisory service vertical
- Grew practice nearly 100% in first year
- Attended renewable energy conferences and events, that included coordinated meetings with clients and prospects
Director
Assurance
Chicago, IL
12.2004 - 05.2024
- Led a team of 10-15 assurance professionals in conducting audits and reviews of financial statements for clients in the renewable energy, construction, and real estate industries
- Oversaw the planning and execution of audits and reviews by my teams, ensuring timely and successful project completion
- Developed and mentored assurance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
- Championed and oversaw the implementation of various best practices for audit procedures, improving efficiency and compliance with generally accepted auditing standards
- Main point of contact of my clients, managing all relationships and providing technical accounting guidance in accordance with US GAAP as a trusted advisor
- Developed and led multiple trainings specific to the renewable energy assurance practice
- Attended and presented on accounting topics at conferences for the renewable energy industry
Education
MBA - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12-2004
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2003
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Technical accounting
- Client management
- Project management
- Budget development
- Problem solving
- Excellent communication
- Supervision and leadership
- Experience with the following software solutions: QBO, NetSuite, Sage Intaact, BILL, Tipalti, FloQast, Caseware, Engagement Pfx, GoFileRoom, Box, SharePoint
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - State of Illinois (Active)
Timeline
Director
Client Advisory Services
05.2024 - 02.2025
Director
Assurance
12.2004 - 05.2024
MBA - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
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