Management Accounting

Michael G. Vaughn

*** ******* *****, *******, ** 35758 • ******.******@***.*** • 601-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

I am seeking an accounting or auditing management position where my prior employment experiences, skills and education will contribute to the overall success of the company by providing high quality accounting and audit functions that are reliable, competent and accurate.

WORK EXPERIENCES:

Internal Audit Consultant, Sr. October 2008 to Present

Navistar Diesel of Alabama, LLC, Huntsville, AL Phone: 800-***-****

Manage and coordinate audit projects at various manufacturing, foundry and other company locations.

Prepare key process narrative documentation, internal control risk analysis, test plan design and performance, issue remediation, and process improvement plans and procedures for compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Act.

Utilize Microsoft Excel advanced functions including nested formulas, macros, V and H lookups, and pivot tables for work prepared.

Forge positive relationships with staff and management to effectively obtain knowledge, support and feedback related to work performed.

Work as location liaison at facilities with external audit staff providing assistance and answers to audit questions.

Facilities in scope of responsibility have included 2 engine plants Alabama; 1 engine plant in Illinois; foundries in Wisconsin and Indiana; and engine components plant in South Carolina.

Consulting Project Professional January 2006 to July 2008

Huron Consulting Group, Inc., Atlanta, GA Phone: 678-***-****

Worked on assignments as a professional consultant providing accounting and audit services.

Performed financial analysis for reconciliation and review of general ledger balance sheet accounts for financial statement preparation.

Reviewed lease contracts for FAS 13 compliance.

Developed schedules to report disclosures and footnotes in corporate filings with the SEC.

Documented internal control procedures for SOX compliance.

Supervised the work of other consultants involved in performing the processes above.

Firm Administrator August 2000 to July 2005

Smith, Turner & Reeves P.A. Phone: 601-***-****

Certified Public Accountants and Consultants, Jackson, MS

Performed or supervised the staff performing all the administrative functions of the CPA firm.

Functions included AR, AP, payroll, general ledger reconciliations, financial statement preparation, cash management, human resource management, management of the time and billing system, budgeting and goal setting, facilities management, property procurement and record retention.

Functions required the ability to coordinate multiple ongoing projects utilizing appropriate time management skills.

Utilized QuickBooks for the Firm’s financial records, CCH ProSystemFx for Firm Time and Billing management and CCH Tax for the firm’s fixed asset depreciation records.

Internal Auditing Director November 1998 to August 2000

Mississippi State Department of Health, Jackson, MS Phone: 601-***-****

Supervised and managed the work performed by the staff of the Department of Internal Audit within the Mississippi State Department of Health.

Designed and implemented system of examination of selected internal controls, and financial data related to State and Federal programs.

Assisted in training and policy development relating to internal controls for staff statewide.

Designed and coordinated audits at the request of the State Health Officer.

Prepared audit reports for the State Health Officer and ensured findings were resolved. Audits included Health Department Clinics, District Health Offices, WIC Distribution Centers and Home Health Offices.

Assistant, Intermediate and Senior Auditing Accountant July 1993 to November 1998

Office of the State Auditor, Agency Division, Jackson, MS Phone: 601-***-****

Started July 1993 as Assistant Auditing Accountant, promoted to Intermediate Auditing Accountant in July 1994 and to Senior Auditing Accountant in July 1995.

As Senior Auditor performed the duties of auditor-in-charge for audits of various state agencies.

Developed audit plans and programs outlining audit objectives, control questionnaires and test procedures to document and evaluate controls associated with accounting and data processing systems and with CFDA requirements and determined the extent of substantive testing needed.

Prepared audit findings in letters to agency management.

Conducted entrance and exit conferences with agency management.

Accountant/Auditor II January 1992 to July 1993

Office of the Governor – Division of Medicaid, Jackson, MS Phone: 601-***-****

Processed purchase orders and payment vouchers for agency expenditures in compliance with state procurement laws, and appropriate policies and procedures.

Ensured proper receipt and disposition of payments received by the agency related to fees, taxes, overpayments related to fraud and abuse, and insurance subrogation.

Tracked agency expenditures to ensure budgets were not exceeded.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES: Additional detail available upon request.

RGIS Inventory Auditor Trustmark National Bank Unifirst Bank for Savings, F.A.

June 1991 to January 1992 June 1990 to April 1991 August 1987 to June 1990

Supervisor, Return Items Dept. Manager, Funds Transfer Dept.

Jun. 1987 – Aug. 1987

ATM Balancing Coordinator

Mar. 1980 – Jun. 1987

Various Teller Positions

EDUCATION:

University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS Hinds Junior College, Raymond, MS

Bachelors of Science Degree Associate of Arts Degree, May 1993

Business Administration, May 1987 Graduated with Special Honors

Major: Accounting

Minor: Data Processing

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION:

Certified Public Accountant, Mississippi, March 1998 (License Status-Inactive)

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Access

JBA, QuickBooks and DacEasy Accounting Software

Adobe Acrobat XI Pro

AssureNet Account Reconciliation Software

CCH ProSystemFx Practice and Tax Software

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