Tiffany L. Thompson
Bloomingdale,IN
Summary
Results-driven operations and compliance professional with 25+ years of progressively responsible experience in Indiana State Park financial administration, multi-site operational oversight, and regulatory compliance. Uniquely qualified for a Field Auditor role serving Southwest Indiana State Parks, with hands-on management experience spanning Turkey Run and Shades State Parks — demonstrating the ability to apply consistent audit standards and IDNR fiscal controls across two properties and operational environments. Brings demonstrated expertise in revenue auditing, accountable forms management, fish and wildlife sales reconciliation, and fiscal controls. Possesses an authoritative insider knowledge of IDNR policies, park procedures, and the full spectrum of accountable documents — including hunting and fishing licenses, park passes, permits, and daily operational forms — ensuring rigorous accountability and auditability across all revenue streams. Combines analytical rigor, executive-level communication, and meticulous documentation practices to identify discrepancies, evaluate operational performance, and deliver audit-ready assessments that uphold the highest standards of public trust and fiscal integrity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Turkey Run & Shades State Parks
06.2001 - Current
- Oversee and audit daily financial operations across Turkey Run and Shades State Parks, encompassing four entry gates, a concession stand, gift shop, and camp store — directly mirroring the multi-site accountability and audit scope required of a Field Auditor for Southwest Indiana State Parks.
- Administer, monitor, and audit all accountable forms utilized in daily park operations, including park passes, special use permits, hunting and fishing licenses, and vendor receipts — ensuring proper issuance, reconciliation, and secure disposition in full compliance with IDNR accountable document standards.
- Conduct comprehensive fish and wildlife sales reconciliation, verifying the accuracy of license and permit transactions against revenue records, identifying variances, and producing audit-ready reports for regulatory review and budget accountability.
- Compile, verify, and present detailed weekly revenue reports; perform rigorous financial reconciliations and contribute to budget forecasting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and full compliance with Indiana state fiscal standards and IDNR reporting requirements.
- Administer payroll processing and vendor payment management and oversee operational and preventative maintenance budgets.
- Direct purchasing operations and inventory management for retail and concessions divisions, implementing data-informed controls to optimize stock levels, minimize variances, and maintain accurate financial records consistent with audit requirements.
- Apply extensive, firsthand knowledge of Indiana State Parks procedures.
- Lead full-cycle workforce planning, recruitment, and scheduling for seasonal gate attendants and retail staff, maintaining consistent operational standards and service levels during peak visitation periods.
- Serve as primary escalation point for guest, vendor, and stakeholder inquiries, demonstrating executive-level communication and conflict resolution skills that reinforce organizational integrity and public confidence.
Co-Founder & Co-Owner
Crow Hollow Scents
10.2012 - Current
- Co-founded and currently operate a small-batch home fragrance enterprise, directing all financial operations including revenue tracking, expense management, vendor negotiations, and multi-channel order fulfillment — demonstrating sustained entrepreneurial accountability and fiscal stewardship.
- Oversee product development, quality assurance protocols, and procurement of sustainable materials, applying systematic evaluation and documentation practices consistent with auditing principles.
- Maintain accurate financial and inventory records across production, packaging, and distribution functions, reflecting the organizational discipline and detail orientation essential to professional audit work.
- Additional professional history available upon request.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cumberland High School
Toledo, IL06-1991
Skills
- Financial Reconciliation & Revenue Auditing
- Fish & Wildlife Sales Reconciliation & Reporting
- Accountable Forms Oversight, Monitoring & Auditing
- Passes, Permits & Daily Operational Form Compliance
- Extensive Knowledge of Indiana State Parks & IDNR Policies
- Budget Administration & Fiscal Controls
- Regulatory Compliance & Multi-Site Operational Auditing
- Inventory Control & Variance Analysis
- Critical Thinking & Analytical Problem Resolution
- Executive-Level Communication & Audit Report Writing
- Work Prioritization & Organizational Effectiveness
- Delivering High-Quality, Audit-Ready Work Products
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Office Manager of the Year – 2022: Recognized by Indiana State Parks leadership for exceptional financial oversight, operational compliance, audit accuracy, and sustained contributions to organizational performance and visitor satisfaction across managed state park properties.
Timeline
Co-Founder & Co-Owner
Crow Hollow Scents
10.2012 - Current
Office Manager
Turkey Run & Shades State Parks
06.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cumberland High School