Manager Quality Control

Gary L. Lavender, CPA

**** ******** ***** ( Birmingham, Alabama ( Phone: 205-***-**** ( Email:

*************@*****.***

Dedicated CPA with twenty three years of experience performing auditing and

accounting services dedicated to developing efficient audit, financial

reporting, and accounting processes. Experienced in general ledger

processes and analysis of internal controls that consider effectiveness,

cost and benefits. Committed to personal and staff development in a team

environment. Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, MAS90, MAS200 and data

mining techniques. Excellent ability to adapt and become proficient with

new computer software.

Education

Certified Public Accountant, State of Alabama, 8/1994 B.S.B.A,

University of Alabama in Huntsville, 6/1987

Experience

orthopaedic specialists of alabama, p.c. - birmingham, ALabama

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 8/2010 TO 2/2011

Supervised two accountants and responsible for financial analysis, G/L,

A/P, payroll and fixed-asset accounting. Managed relationships with third

party vendors, bankers and insurance agents. Prepared and developed

financial templates and models for presenting financial information to the

board of directors.

Key results:

Revised accounts payable, payroll and financial reporting systems to

facilitate enhanced reporting of financial statements by physician, cost

center and location.

Developed and maintained overhead by physician reporting which includes

models for adding new physicians.

L. Paul Kassouf & Company, P.C. - birmingham, alabama

AUDIT MANAGER 9/2008 TO 8/2010

Audit manager responsible for supervision of staff, planning and

performance of audits of retirement plans, telecommunication carriers,

government contractors, churches and foundations.

Key results:

Successfully implemented a scheduling process to ensure timely completion

of projects.

Analyzed and considered audit, review and compilation procedures to develop

focus on quality and efficiency.

Successfully served as the quality control manager.

Conducted 911 compliance audits of national telecommunication carriers.

Served as expert witness in Madison County Communication District vs.

Bellsouth.

Served as expert witness in Alabama Wireless 911 Board vs. T-Mobile.

Carr riggs & Ingram - birmingham, alabama

AUDIT MANAGER 10/2005 TO 9/2008

Audit manager responsible for supervision of staff, planning and

performance of audits.

Key results:

Managed audits of food wholesalers, construction contractors and grocery

chains.

Conducted 911 compliance audits of national telecommunication carriers.

Gary l. lavender cpa - madison, alabama

OWNER 12/2001 TO 9/2005

Key results:

Developed methodology and conducted 911 compliance audits of national

telecommunication carriers.

Prepared tax returns, performed small business accounting and audit

services.

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