YOLANDA SHANTA STOKES
313-***-**** (Cellular)
*************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a rewarding Accounting/Auditing position with skill enhancement and learning opportunities as I seek to relocate to North Carolina area.
EDUCATION
September 2003 University of Phoenix Southfield, MI
Masters of Business Administration
December 1994 Wayne State University Detroit, MI
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
EXPERIENCE
December 2012 State of Michigan Department of Treasury
to Present AUDIT TEAM MANAGER
Review audits of seven team auditors on Regular audit team to determine tax compliance and audit liability
Communicate with taxpayers regarding audit conducted for Michigan Business, Corporate Income, Sales and Use taxes
Conduct performance evaluations for auditors
Provide disciplinary action when necessary according to State of Michigan rules and regulations
Communicate and analyze variety of tax issues with taxpayers, management and auditors
Facilitate training for auditors
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports based on auditors performance
Represent State of MI during informal conferences, tribunal hearings and other litigation
September 2003 State of Michigan Department of Treasury
to December 2012 SENIOR AUDITOR - P12
Conduct audit on Large-Midsized Industrial Processing taxpayers to determine tax compliance
Communicate with taxpayers regarding audit conducted for Single Business, Sales and Use taxes
Evaluate internal controls for large/mid sized business with Michigan activity
Communicate and analyze variety of tax issues
Perform tax compliance audits on Industrial Processors – Specialized Audit Team
Presentation of audit to corporate taxpayers and collect payment for tax liability determined
Facilitate training for Junior Auditors
Special Projects
December 1999 SER Metro-Detroit
to September 2003 YOUTH OPPORTUNITY MOVEMENT
AUDITOR
Analyze, prepare, review and negotiate contracts for Youth Opportunity Movement
Contract compliance monitoring within guidelines of WIA regulations
Assist outside CPA firm in independent audit
Analyze current procedures and implement changes for improvement
Audit and approve invoices submitted by sub-contractors for reimbursement of expenditures
Monitor internal controls and accounting systems of sub-contractors
Knowledgeable of WIA Regulations and OMB Circulars A-122
YOLANDA SHANTA STOKES
313-***-**** (Cellular)
*************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a rewarding Accounting/Auditing position with skill enhancement and learning opportunities as I seek to relocate to North Carolina area.
EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
December 1995 Michigan Consolidated Gas Company
to December 1999 STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Analyze, prepare and review journal voucher entries.
Prepare accounts reconciliation and post entries to General Ledger system.
Present financial standing to management during Earning and Pre-Close meetings.
Train various staff members on departmental tasks as needed.
Control subsidiary company records.
Research various accounting issues as needed.
Participate on Employment and Jet competency teams.
January 1995
to December 1995 Follmer Rudzewicz and Company, Incorporated
26200 American Dr. Ste. 500 Southfield, MI
JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
Prepared financial statements for individuals and small corporations.
Prepared tax returns for individuals and small corporations.
Prepared compilations and reviews for corporations.
Prepared tax and income projections for corporations and individuals.
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