Accounting Management
Resume:
Jennifer L. McMichael, CPA, CIA, CFE
Medina, OH 44256
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A sharp professional who is attentive to detail, assertive, strongly
believes in diversity and being a team player. An energetic problem solver
who has excellent ability to analyze people, situations, and numbers in
order to create viable options and produce results. To play a dynamic role
in the growth and profit picture of an aggressive organization with the
opportunity for professional advancement.
Computer Skills Financial Expertise
Excel, Word Auditing
Access, Power Point Financial Reports
Hyperion, Oracle, MS Account Analysis
Dynamics
MIP Fund Accounting, Cost Accounting
SAP
QuickBooks Budget Preparation
AutoAudit, TeamMate System Implementation
Certifications, Education & Affiliations
Certified Public Accountant, March 2002
Certified Internal Auditor, February 2005
Certified Fraud Examiner, September 2005
Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors
Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
B.B.A., Accounting, University of Texas at Arlington, December, 1998
Member of Accounting Society 1997 - 1998
Employment & Career Highlights
Consultant Cleveland, OH and Dallas, TX
2003 - present
Experis 2011 -
present
. Prepared financial statements, analyzed data, developed analytical
tools for cost reduction, reviewed control processes and
implemented process improvement procedures for manufacturing
clients with revenue >$1 billion.
. Performed accounting functions for manufacturing clients, including
month-end close, cost accounting analysis, annual filings,
budgeting, cost reduction reviews, process improvement plans,
control risk assessments and reporting findings to senior
management and the Board of Directors.
. Performed risk assessments for financial institutions and
manufacturing clients.
. Performed operational and financial audits for manufacturing
clients, not-for-profits, financial institutions, technology,
energy, oil & gas, and mortgage servicing companies.
. Performed duplicate payment audits.
MADD 2011 -
2011
. Reviewed and approved all financial transactions related to
Affiliates and States to ensure compliance with policies and
procedures.
. Reviewed and reconciled grants to ensure compliance with State and
Federal guidelines.
. Assisted management with the preparation of the annual budget.
. Assisted Affiliate and State staff in developing and initiating
action plans to create more efficient and effective controls and
processes.
SuperMedia Inc. 2009
- 2010
. Planned and executed Sarbanes-Oxley audits for a telecommunications
company with $1.5 billion in annual revenues.
. Drafted and presented reports for management.
. Assisted clientele in developing and initiating action plans to
create more efficient and effective controls and processes.
Planned Parenthood of Greater Iowa
2008 - 2009
. Developed internal controls to comply with SAS 104 - 112, including
segregation of duties, fraud prevention and detection, developing
policies and procedures for the department.
. Supervised a staff of eight employees whose responsibilities varied
from accounting, patient accounting, and insurance verifications
and credentialing.
. Responsible for tracking of grants and A-133 compliance.
. Responsible for accounts payable, expenses, use tax filings, Form
1099 filings, and cash disbursements.
. Responsible for cash receipts, accounts receivable and other
receipts pertaining to income and receivables and maintaining
related accounting records.
. Responsible for the oversight of all revenue generating procedures
in the areas of claims filing, direct billing, collection, and 3rd
party billing activities.
. Responsible for all payroll processing, payroll taxes and forms,
reports, and records.
. Responsible for the development and maintenance of reports and
records related to accounting activities and as requested to help
other departments assess operations and make decisions.
. Responsible for inventory reports and maintaining related
accounting records.
. Responsible for general ledger maintenance, including preparing and
posting voucher entries and reconciling accounts.
. Continuously monitored staffing levels and personnel assignments to
ensure there is sufficient knowledge/skill overlap to accomplish
goals within each department, including cross-training and
succession planning.
Lennox International 2005
- 2007
. Planned, supervised and executed operational and Sarbanes-Oxley
audits for a manufacturing company with $3 billion in annual
revenues and over 14,000 employees.
. Drafted and presented reports for management.
. Assisted clientele in developing and initiating action plans to
create more efficient and effective controls and processes.
. Developed policies, procedures, and workpaper templates.
Flowserve Corporation 2005
- 2005
. Planned, supervised and conducted operational and Sarbanes-Oxley
audits for a manufacturing company with $5 billion in annual
revenues and over 14,000 employees.
. Developed audit plans and budgets to ensure timely completion of
the project.
. Drafted and presented reports for management.
. Assisted clientele in developing and initiating action plans to
create more efficient and effective controls and processes.
. Assisted in implementing automated workpaper tool.
Nortel Networks 2004
- 2004
. Performed sensitive investigations.
. Performed Sarbanes-Oxley testing.
LSG SkyChefs 2003
- 2004
. Designed internal controls for capital planning process.
. Closed and reconciled Construction Work in Progress account on a
monthly and annual basis.
. Assisted in implementing capital planning and budgeting system.
. Involved in the process for bringing all general construction
outsourced services in house.
Greyhound Lines, Inc. Dallas, TX
1999 - 2003
Sr. Corporate Auditor
2001 - 2003
. Performed and supervised reviews and audits as requested by Senior
Management.
. Drafted and presented reports for management.
. Assisted clientele in developing and initiating action plans to
create more efficient and effective controls and processes.
. Assisted external auditors in the simultaneous audits of calendar
and fiscal years.
Senior Staff Accountant
1999 - 2001
. Prepared month-end journal entries.
. Analyzed accounts on a monthly basis.
. Prepared supporting schedules for SEC filings.
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