Stephanie Williams
Glastonbury
Summary
Audit Manager, CPA and MBA with 17+ years of experience leading risk‑based audits, assessing internal controls, and managing high‑performing audit teams. Proven ability to plan and execute complex audits, strengthen compliance frameworks, and clearly communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders across financial and regulatory environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Audit and Assurance
Simone Macca & Larrow LLP
11.2025 - Current
- Managed audits and reviews of financial statements
- Developed comprehensive audit plans based on risk assessments and regulatory guidelines.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Performed on-call audit assignments for Department of Transportation, executing project closeout audits in adherence to contract requirements and applicable standards.
- Coordinated client documentation collection to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Communicated findings through detailed reports and presentations to stakeholders and executive management.
- Documented fieldwork test results, including conclusions from analyses and reconciliations.
Audit Manager, Government Contract Audit
CohnReznick LLP
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Improved clarity and professionalism in managing government contract audits through rigorous adherence to federal requirements.
- Executed comprehensive audit workpaper plans, ensuring adherence to firm methodology and enhancing audit quality.
- Acted as primary liaison for clients, delivering essential guidance on cost allowability and audit processes.
- Evaluated compliance risks and communicated audit findings to clients and management, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Oversaw audit team performance by mentoring staff and providing constructive feedback.
- Ensured timely completion of audits by coordinating project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
- Leveraged advanced auditing software for precise data analysis and streamlined reporting, improving audit efficiency.
- Adapted audit strategies in response to shifting regulatory environments affecting client operations.
Supervisory Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency
07.2008 - 05.2025
- Led a team of professional auditors, fostering collaboration and achieving annual goals.
- Supervised audit program segments, ensuring timely completion and adherence to standards.
- Reviewed audit programs and work papers, producing comprehensive audit reports to ensure compliance and clarity.
- Ensured compliance with GAGAS and agency policies throughout all audits.
- Conducted detailed examinations of accounting systems for adherence to regulations.
- Utilized quantitative methods and computerized techniques during the audit process.
- Maintained liaison with acquisition officials, communicating DCAA audit services to streamline collaboration.
- Counseled employees on performance and training, enhancing professional development and team capabilities.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
DeVry University
01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Journalism and Media Studies
SUNY Geneseo
01.2001
Skills
- Audit planning and execution
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- GAAP knowledge
- GAAS understanding
- Cost accounting standards proficiency
- Federal acquisition regulations compliance
- GAGAS/Yellow Book familiarity
- Financial analysis techniques
- Data analytics and analysis
- Process improvement strategies
- Reporting and communication expertise
- Regulatory compliance management
- Client management
- Team leadership capabilities
- Supervisory leadership skills
- Effective communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Detail orientation
- Trend analysis expertise
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management proficiency
- Staff training and development
Qualifications Summary
- 17+ years of audit experience across government and public accounting, financial and compliance audits.
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.
- Skilled in researching and concluding on complex accounting issues.
- Adept at managing multiple concurrent audits in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including trend analysis, root-cause identification, and development of recommendations.
- In-depth understanding of business processes, internal controls, and process improvement opportunities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with extensive experience preparing audit reports and briefing stakeholders.
- High attention to detail with a consistent record of delivering accurate, compliant audit documentation.
Professional Development
- Certified Public Accountant, Connecticut, 2025, Present
- Certified Public Accountant, New York, 2010, 2023
- DoD Certified Acquisition Professional, Level II, Auditing, 2010
- DoD Financial Management Certification, Level 2, 2015
Certification
Certified Public Accountant, State of Connecticut
Timeline
Manager, Audit and Assurance
Simone Macca & Larrow LLP
11.2025 - Current
Audit Manager, Government Contract Audit
CohnReznick LLP
05.2025 - 11.2025
Supervisory Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency
07.2008 - 05.2025
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
DeVry University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Journalism and Media Studies
SUNY Geneseo