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Management Accounting

Location:
Atlanta, GA, 30349
Posted:
August 31, 2010

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Reginald A. Clark, CISA, CPA candidate

**** ******** ***** ( ATLANTA, GA 30349 ( 404-***-**** (

ablk5z@r.postjobfree.com

Accounting & Information Systems Audit Professional

< Extensive background in assessing accounting controls, risks and

procedures, in particular those associated with accounts payable,

purchase orders, accounts receivables, travel & entertainment expenses

and cash management.

< Experience with analyzing client profit & loss reporting, focusing on

trends, variances and forecasts for revenue and expenses.

< Demonstrates ability to quickly learn and efficiently utilize auditing,

accounting and various client systems.

Core Competencies

INTEGRITY Results Oriented Presentation and

Detail Oriented Flexible Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking Leadership Skills Business Systems

Team Player Gather Information/Find Understanding

Efficient Solutions Interpersonal Skills

Organized

Professional Experience

ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS - ATLANTA, GA

Prevent and detect fraud, waste and mismanagement, while promoting

accountability and efficiency in Atlanta Public Schools' programs and

operations.

Information Systems Compliance Auditor, 2009 to 2010

Provides for performing information system audits of operational,

performance, compliance, electronic data processing, and financial

systems.

< Perform information systems audits, studies and reviews in accordance

with standards.

< Work in a highly technical manner utilizing analytical ability, well-

developed oral and written communication skills, and proficiency in

recommending improvement in APS' processes, functions, and controls.

< Work independently or in teams on information system audits, reviews

and studies of the Atlanta Public Schools programs, schools, offices

and functions.

< Discuss information system audit findings and recommendations with the

Audit Manager and Director of Internal Compliance on a continuous

basis.

< Exercise professional judgment while performing duties in the Office

of Internal Compliance.

< Maintain the integrity of all confidential data entrusted.

< Interpret Federal and State laws and regulations, and the GA State

Board of Education, and Atlanta Board of Education rules, policies and

procedures.

Citizens Financial Group (RBS WorldPay) - Atlanta, GA

Provides a globally connected, locally coordinated payment processing

service for small and large businesses.

Senior Auditor, Officer, 2008 to 2009 Senior IT Auditor, 2007 to 2008

Performed as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and in-charge auditor for the

Finance/Accounting, Credit Risk, Risk Management and Sales Support

Management audits.

< Implemented the Continuous Audit Model; integrated early warning

systems into continuous auditing practices; expanded the "portfolio"

of high risks on an ongoing basis.

< Completed all Audit Plans on schedule; employed use of Standard Audit

Work programs in all audits; served as Subject Matter Expert for

assigned areas.

< Effectively communicated with management on the scope and results of

audit activities; assisted management with the timely resolution of

control issues, prioritized corrective actions, etc.

< Assisted with the roll out of group methodologies and the

harmonization of audit practices; planned, supervised and developed

procedures for Finance, Credit Risk, Risk Management and Sales

Management audits.

< Ensured that emerging audit issues detected during continuous audit

activities were reported timely to the audit and communicated to

business management; developed audit reports, ratings and quarterly

opinions; ensured reports were written in a clear and concise manner.

< Developed and maintained strong and effective business relationship

with company management, while maintaining an appropriate degree of

independence; periodically reviewed the status of efforts with the

director and the team.

Georgia Department of Audits & Accounts - Atlanta, GA

Provides decision-makers with credible management information to promote

improvements in accountability and stewardship in state and local

government.

Principal Auditor, 2006 Advanced Staff Auditor, 2005 Staff Auditor, 2004

to 2007 to 2006 to 2005

Coordinated and lead the State Capital Asset Management audit. Performed

various engagements as in-charge auditor.

< Obtained prior year audit documentation, reports and other documents

and materials that were necessary for field work;

< Interviewed executive management and client personnel of state

agencies to gain an understanding of internal control objectives and

procedures and design testing based on control environment;

< Observed and re-performed accounting processes performed by client's

personnel, examined results, and formed conclusions based on results;

< Researched State Constitution, State Accounting Policies, and entity

established policies on which to base points and/or findings;

< Documented narratives and conclusions based on the findings derived

from the procedures; and

< Attested to the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial

information presented by each component unit of the State of Georgia

before opinions were issued.

Education & Certifications

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY -- ATLANTA, GA

Master of Business Administration [MBA] in Information Systems

Morehouse College -- Atlanta, GA

Bachelor of Arts [BA] in Business Administration/Accounting

Activities: GSU's Student Accounts Department - Account Analyst, 2002

- 2004

Liberty Tax Service - Tax Preparer, 2003

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Student, 2002

Deloitte Accounting Competition - Morehouse Representative, 2002

E.B. Williams Business Award recipient, 2001-2002

Designations:

< Certified Information Systems Auditor, 2009

< Certified Public Accountant candidate, 2009

TECHNICAL SKILLS

MICROSOFT OFFICE, BANNER SYSTEM, DELOITTE'S AS/2, PWC'S TEAMMATE.

PEOPLESOFT, ORACLE, GREAT PLAINS, LAWSON, QUICKBOOKS PREMIER 2010, BANK

OF AMERICA'S WORKS, ESSBASE, HYPERION AND ACL (AUDIT COMMAND LANGUAGE).



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