Zachary Spande
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Internal and External audits and talent for navigating challenges and is actively working toward CPA certification. Brings strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Audit Associate
Forvis Mazars
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Primary focus on both public and private Financial Institutions.
- Delegated work to team members and student interns to meet pre-set deadlines.
- Supervised and trained junior audit staff and student interns in how to effectively review physical and digital data.
- Managed strong client relationships to deliver exceptional service and maintain repeat business.
- Collaborated with clients' management teams to collect audit information and recommend strategic business improvements.
Audit Associate
BKD/FORVIS/Forvis Mazars
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Facilitated financial, compliance, and operational audits, working with internal, and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement audit plans.
- Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
Audit & Tax Hybrid Intern
BKD
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Collect and analyze financial data, assist in the creation of financial statements and reports, and examine accounts of various clients across multiple industries.
- Assist with information gathering and workpaper organization.
- Identify and communicate areas of improvement to senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues found during the audit process.
- Identify, research, and assess tax issues while also providing information to seniors and managers.
Finance & Accounting Intern
Cambria
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Constructed sales and receivable reports to be used in each department by respective leaders.
- Showcased internship project and overall experience to senior management.
- Assisted financial analysts with data reporting and analysis.
Education
Master of Arts - Accounting
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05-2022
Double Major - Accounting And Finance
Butler University Lacy School of Business
Indianapolis, IN08-2021
Skills
- Expertise in Microsoft applications
- Financial statement review and analysis
- Annual reports
- Period-end book closing
- Financial account reconciliation
- Professional document drafting
- Internal audits
- Internal controls design
Involvement Service Skills
- Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, Alpha Psi Chapter, Member, Chapter Finance and Academics chair member for 2 years while at Butler
- Accounting Club, Member, Undergraduate time at Butler, Participate in discussions of accounting principles in business industry.
- Lacy Scholars, Member, Undergraduate time at Butler, Actively help with Lacy School of Business events and attend discussions with business leaders.
- Celebrate Me Week, Madison Lake, MN, Volunteer, Provided a safe environment for kids aged 12-13 to freely express their individuality. Worked with a team of 60 individuals to provide a positive experience.
Timeline
Senior Audit Associate
Forvis Mazars
10.2024 - 05.2025
Audit Associate
BKD/FORVIS/Forvis Mazars
09.2022 - 10.2024
Audit & Tax Hybrid Intern
BKD
01.2021 - 05.2021
Finance & Accounting Intern
Cambria
06.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Accounting
Butler University
Double Major - Accounting And Finance
Butler University Lacy School of Business
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