Sushmita Thapa, CPA
South Charleston,WV
Summary
Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner with 5+ years of experience in public accounting and government auditing, specializing in financial statement audits, compliance audits, and employee benefit plan audits. Proven ability to lead audit engagements, mentor staff, evaluate internal controls, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines. Seeking to contribute technical expertise and leadership skills in a Senior Accountant or a similar role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Charge Associate
Brown, Edwards & Company
Charleston, WV
06.2024 - Current
- Led and managed 4-10 concurrent audit engagements from planning through report issuance for clients ranging from $3-$250m in revenue ensuring 100% compliance with GAAS and firm quality standards.
- Supervised, trained, and mentored 2-6 associates and interns, improving audit efficiency by 15-25% and reducing review notes by workpaper training and standardized procedures.
- Reviewed and evaluated client internal control systems, identifying control deficiencies and providing actionable recommendations to reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.
- Served as primary contact for CFOs and controllers, resolving issues promptly and providing insights on accounting and business operations.
- Delivered audit 100% on time and within budget, managing engagement budgets of up to $100,000 while maintaining high-quality standards and minimizing overruns.
Audit Associate
Brown, Edwards & Company
Charleston, WV
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared financial statements, reviews, and compilations in accordance with GAAP and other accounting principles ensuring accuracy and timely issuance for clients ranging from $2-$100m in revenue.
- Performed financial audits, employee benefit plan audits, and compliance engagements, achieving 100% adherence to applicable auditing standards and firm quality controls.
- Conducted walkthroughs and control testing to evaluate internal processes, identifying several control deficiencies and recommending improvements to strengthen compliance and reduce risk exposure.
- Trained and supervised 2-4 interns per engagement improving fieldwork efficiency by 20% through structured guidance on audit procedures and firm methodologies.
- Managed 2-8 concurrent engagements in a fast-paced public accounting environment, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality deliverables during peak season.
Auditor
West Virginia Legislative Auditor's Office Post Audit Division
Charleston, WV
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Conducted performance and compliance audits of state government entities in accordance with GAGAS (Yellow Book) standards, ensuring full regulatory compliance..
- Analyzed complex programs, budgets, and financial data to identify inefficiencies, noncompliance, and control weaknesses resulting in cost savings and process improvements.
- Assessed fraud risk and evaluated the effectiveness of internal controls and mitigation procedures.
- Developed and documents formal audit findings and corrective action recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and compliance.
- Prepared detailed audit reports and presented results to legislative committees, agency leadership, and senior stakeholders, influencing policy, funding decisions, and compliance improvements.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Concentration in Accounting)
Concord University
Athens, WV12.2018
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Foundation software
- GAAP
- VLOOKUP
- XLOOKUP
- ProSystem fx
- Pivot tables
- Microsoft Excel
- CCH
- GAAS
Certification
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Timeline
In-Charge Associate
Brown, Edwards & Company
06.2024 - Current
Audit Associate
Brown, Edwards & Company
01.2023 - 06.2024
Auditor
West Virginia Legislative Auditor's Office Post Audit Division
10.2019 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Concentration in Accounting)
Concord University