• Develop the annual audit plan for the Global Real Estate (GRE) organization.• Partner with Legal, Compliance and IT teams to identify and mitigate controls gaps and weaknesses. • Act as a liaison to the corporate internal audit department to ensure GRE engagements are thorough and properly supported before the final report is issued. • Prepare executive-level summary documentation and communicate key audit findings to leadership.• Oversee corrective action follow-up process to ensure audit findings have been properly resolved.• Review third-party processes to identify overpayments and to monitor adherence to contract terms and conditions.• Act as a liaison to the corporate compliance department to ensure GRE complies with federal laws and regulations and corporate and policies.• Seek process improvement opportunities and create tools designed to increase productivity and efficiency using Power Query and other automation applications.• Build meaningful relationships with cross-functional teams.• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion programs to bring change and awareness.

•Design and develop data visualization to provide auditors and stakeholders with business insights.•Assist non-technical audit teams with complex data analysis and testing.•Extract information from various AT&T systems for audit teams seeking to obtain testing data from independent sources.•Provide technical and administrative support to audit teams for data analysis tools.

-Perform investigative audits to identify suspicious activity or potential fraud within the company.-Perform data analysis using MS Excel and Access to identify suspicious trends and present to senior management.-Conduct investigation and document workpapers.-Prepare special reports in accordance with audit standards.-Communicate findings to senior management.

Lead audit planning activities including the development of the audit program.Prepared key presentations to be used in audit planning meetings with the senior leadership team.Facilitated client meetings at every stage of the audit, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.Oversaw fieldwork and developed workpapers as Assistant Senior Audit Manager.Expertly conducted rigorous testing in technical and complex areas, including system access.Took charge of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance testing, delivering results with the highest level of accuracy.Resolved audit issues with clients and presented results to management.Proactively mentored and provided training to less experienced auditors, elevating their skills and knowledge.

Collaborated with team members to develop audit plans, including conducting client calls and creating presentations for senior leadership meetings.Analyzed and monitored internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.Executed thorough financial and operational audits, documenting all workpapers and findings.Prepared audit reports in strict accordance with regulatory and audit standards.Presented audit findings to senior management, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Prepare individual taxes (1040's) on an ongoing basis.Assist Jubilant Organosys, a pharmaceutical firm, in month end closing entries on an ongoing basis.Prepare financial statements for MCSC, a nonprofit organization, using QuickBooks. Assisted in a special project involving Loans account reconciliation for YWCA working with Back Office Support Services (BOSS; Maintain Continuing Professional Education credits in the areas of accounting, auditing, taxation, information systems and ethics.Completed H&R Block's Individual Taxation course (2005)

Recorded client’s cash receipts and disbursements; recorded journal entries.Maintained client ledgers using QuickBooks and Creative Solutions Accounting package.Managed client’s fixed assets records using Creative Solutions; determined and recorded depreciation.Created fiscal year-end adjusting entries/accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting.Generated year-end financial statements for clients, providing clear and concise financial information.Produced corporate, partnership/, LLC, and personal tax returns using Ultra Tax Accounting Software..Conducted annual audits and tax returns for nonprofit organizations.Assisted in annual audits for corporate clients

Worked with public accountants to complete annual audits.Verified accuracy of expense codes on purchase orders and invoices to ensure compliance with State Administrative Code.Reviewed journal entries prepared by the business office staff and participated in the month end closing process.Reviewed quarterly payroll returns and financial statements.Prepared year end projections/budgets for future school years.Performed worker's compensation audits and other internal audit tests.Provided financial reports based on special projects and requests from upper management.

Lead financial and operational audits for various AT&T Business Units.Conducted financial audits for external accountants.Planned audit and consulting engagements and supervised assisting auditors.Prepared audit reports and executive presentations; communicated with operating and senior management.Lead special projects focused on key business processes, corporate restructuring, software capitalization, AT&T internet, collections management, and emerging issues.Provided recommendation to partners on internal control issues.Participated in risk assessment and audit planning activities.Managed relationships with internal management and external auditors.Performed financial statement analysis.

Ensured the accuracy of the book close process for several organizations.Prepared journal entries.Analyzed and prepared monthly financial results to review with upper management.Identified and investigated any unusual deviations in the Financial Statements.Coordinated and analyzed forecast and budget information.Acted as a liaison between the operations management and Controller's Organization to provide highest quality financial support.Responsibilities also included special projects and requests from Controllers and internal management.