ANTHONY K. JAMISON, CPA

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Chicago, Illinois 60619 ad06qe@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Over 30 years of proven Audit experience within diverse industries (including manufacturing, insurance, banking, publishing, non-profit, healthcare and financial services). A CPA complemented by strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify pertinent information, evaluate the data, and make informed conclusions and projections to assist companies in making business decisions. Ability to work effectively in various capacities; as an Independent Contributor, a Team Member or a Project Manager. Proven track record of completing assignments from inception through completion, where prioritizing, follow-up and meeting strict deadlines have been key elements to a successful career.

EXAMPLES OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Developed and established control procedures that help reduce inventory variances by 60% annually.

Uncovered control weaknesses that enabled loans to be over-advanced by approximately 40%.

Identified $1MM+ in cost that were capitalized instead of expensed which help reduce the company’s tax liability.

Identified $400K due to the Chicago Park District as a result of improper reporting practice

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Internal Audit and Sarbanes-Oxley Consultant 2002-Present

Conducted Operational and Financial Audits and performed Sarbanes Oxley compliance efforts for clients including; Northern Trust, Exelon Corp, Castle Metals, Journal Communication Inc., Dade Behring, CCH Inc, Nicor Inc., Coca Cola Inc., CCC Information Services Inc., City of Chicago, Cook County of Illinois, Deloitte LLP, AKA Sorority, Inc., RSM US LLP, and the State of Illinois.

My responsibilities included but were not limited to:

Performed advanced specialized audit work within the COSO framework, including risk

assessment and process improvement. Provided necessary recommendations to the client.

Performed Sarbanes Oxley Compliance efforts: Documentation of financial processes,

identification of risks, remediation and testing of key controls. Areas of Concentration have

included: Sales, Accounts Payable, Billing, Cash Application, Purchasing, Inventory,

General Ledger, Tax, Human Resources, Insurance, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and Payroll

Made recommendations to improve internal controls and efficiencies.

Maintained organization and flexibility throughout the audit process to ensure timely completion of engagements by prioritization and multi-tasking. Worked effectively both independently and within a project team.

Participated in audit conferences and presented results.

ODELL HICKS & COMPANY, CPAs, Chicago IL 2001- 2002

Senior Auditor

Planned and performed comprehensive financial audits of new and existing clients with assets in excess of $10 Million.

Supervised and trained audit staff to promote efficient and effective audit results.

Identified significant audit issues that may have a material effect on the financial statements.

Communicated audit results to company management.

Prepared comprehensive audit reports for the Board of Directors.

BANK OF AMERICA, Chicago, IL 2000- 2001

Senior Examiner

Conducted comprehensive audits on new and existing customers. Average one audit per week. Supervised a small audit staff.

Ran extensive background checks on customers in the verification of sufficient collateral on asset-based loans. Check carefully for potential risk factors.

Conducted field examinations of clients’ financial records on loans of $100+ million. Ensure compliance with loan agreement.

Prepared detailed audit reports, which are distributed to Audit Manager, Portfolio Managers and Account Executives.

BANK ONE, Chicago, IL 1998 - 2000

Senior Auditor/Credit Analyst

Conducted detailed audits for new and existing customers with loans of $70 million or more.

Verified collateral on asset-based loans.

Performed detailed examination of customers’ financial records to ensure compliance with loan documentation.

GE CAPITAL, Barrington, IL 1995 - 1998

(Auto Finance Group)

Senior Field Auditor

Conducted exhaustive and detailed audits for inventory financing on customers throughout the

U.S.

Checked financial records and inventory to determine compliance with loan agreement and ensure sufficient collateral.

Supervised and trained professional staff.

Internal Auditor/Staff Auditor 1986-1995

Held various audit positions ranging from a staff to a supervisor conducting financial and operational audits with Baxter Healthcare, Allstate Insurance Company and Washington, Pittman and McKeever, CPA’s.

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Caseware, AS2

EDUCATION

B.S. in Accounting, Grambling State University

Grambling, LA

Dean’s List

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Illinois

AFFILIATIONS

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Cosmopolitan Chambers of Commerce

Greater North Michigan Avenue Association

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