James G. Moore
Las Vegas, NV ***** 702-***-**** *************@*****.***
A highly motivated and successful executive with a long history successfully managing finances using a firm understanding of key accounting principles. After 25+ years of progressive experience in the accounting and auditing, I am more than capable of working closely with key decisions makers to develop innovative improvements to business operations that optimize a company’s economic success. Possess firm knowledge of required local, state, and federal mandates.
Core Competencies
Institutional Accounting
Budget Forecasting
Operational Improvements
Economic Roadmap Planning
Risk Assessments
Regulation & Code Compliance
Financial Planning & Analysis
Internal Auditing Principles
Leadership Collaboration
Professional Experience
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas, NV October 2012–October 2019
Internal Auditor Supervisor (Oct. 2012–Oct. 2019)
Conducted in-depth risk analysis and used findings to prepare informed audit plans for the department. Evaluated movement of finances during comprehensive audits to assess the state of department’s internal controls. Consistently monitored the audit process and made changes as needed to maintain full visibility into the scope of all audits. Reviewed grant funds on a periodic basis to verify proper use of finances.
Key Achievement:
Discovered more than $500,000 in stolen funds and successfully recovered all money.
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas, NV January 2007–October 2012
Accountant - Thomas & Mack Center (Jan. 2007–Oct. 2012)
Led the timely and accurate preparation of budgets spanning 23 separate departments valued at more than $26M. Inspected the use of budget funds, noting any discrepancies, and worked closely with managers to resolve suspicious variations between actual and budgeted amounts. Managed the movement of funds in the center’s internal banks to guarantee that all transactions were in compliance with requirements. Drafted detailed budget reports and presented findings to the Budget Office, providing explanations of any variations found.
Key Achievement:
Created a new system for monthly reporting of the status of the financial position of the venues.
Additional Job History
Finance Accountant, UNLV – Las Vegas, NV
Business Manager for Student Activities, UNLV – Las Vegas, NV
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, Whittier College – Whittier, CA
Military Experience
Years of Service: 1979–1992; Final Rank: Major