Experienced Audit Associate and Accountant

PHILLIP A. ANDERSON, FCCA, CFE,CRMA, CIA, BSBA

*** ********** **, *********, *** JERSEY, 08021

*********@*****.*** / 856-***-****

WWW: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipandersonfcafccacfecrmacia

SUMMARY

Experienced accountant with 20+ years in auditing, accounting, and consultancy across multiple industries. Skilled in financial analysis, process improvement, and compliance, reducing reporting errors by 30% and improving efficiency by 20%. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and team leadership abilities, contributing to a 25% increase in team productivity and successful execution of financial initiatives.

SKILLS

Financial Auditing & Assurance

IFRS & GAAP Compliance

Internal Controls & Risk Management

Fraud Investigation & Forensic Accounting

Financial Statement Preparation & Analysis

Audit Planning & Execution

Tax Compliance & Advisory

Change Management & IT Audits

Accounting Software Proficiency

Team Leadership & Training

EXPERIENCE

Accountant / Robert Half 10/2024 - Current

Provided outsourced accounting services to diverse industries, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Managed full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation, improving reporting efficiency by 20%.

Streamlined month-end and year-end closing processes, reducing reporting time by 30% through automation and workflow optimization.

Analyzed financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities, leading to a 15% reduction in operational expenses for clients.

Experienced Audit Associate / Price waterhouse Coopers - Philadelphia (Public Accountants) 05/2022 - 08/2023

A professional firm that provides audit, tax, and advisory services is seeking an experienced Audit Associate.

Developed and executed comprehensive audit plans, ensuring completion within two weeks to meet tight deadlines.

Identified material misstatements and root causes, enhancing financial accuracy and compliance.

Led audits for multinational corporations with revenues ranging from $500M to €8.5B, ensuring regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.

Drove revenue growth and strategic problem-solving during Scopathon, contributing to a non-profit entity's success.

Designed and delivered training programs on technology, diversity, and inclusion, fostering organizational development.

Supervised and mentored interns and junior staff, improving team performance and knowledge retention.

Audit Senior / The Meridian Group Limited - Pennsylvania 04/2021 - 05/2022

Engaged as an employee of The Meridian Group Limited and contracted to conduct external audit engagement services for BDO, Philadelphia, and Sarbanes-Oxley audit for Grant Thornton, Philadelphia.

Led audits for non-profit entities supporting Philadelphia's development, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory requirements and financial integrity.

Completed 40+ hours of Yellow Book training on government auditing standards, enhancing audit quality and adherence to compliance guidelines.

Conducted Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audits across IT controls, change management, and data backup, reducing compliance risks by 30%.

Performed SOC 1 & SOC 2 audits, assessing internal controls for financial reporting and data security, improving process efficiency by 25%.

Completed SOC 1 & SOC 2 audit training, enhancing risk management capabilities and ensuring a 95% accuracy rate in control assessments.

Senior Consultant / BDO International - Jamaica (Public Accountants)

Consultant August 2014 – September2019 10/2019 - 12/2020

Led audit teams in due diligence, financial management, and internal audits, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Reviewed contractual agreements and assessed organizational culture, identifying risk factors and ensuring adherence to compliance requirements.

Executed financial management audits for international donor-funded projects, enhancing financial transparency and accountability by 30%.

Designed and implemented internal audit plans, improving operational efficiency and financial oversight by 25%.

Conducted fraud investigations, identifying irregularities and preventing potential financial losses exceeding $5M.

Prepared IFRS-compliant financial statements for US & UK companies operating in Jamaica, achieving a 98% accuracy rate and facilitating regulatory approval.

External Audit Assistant Manager / UHY International - Dawgen Jamaica (Public Accountants) 01/2013 - 08/2014

Managed a diverse client portfolio and led audit teams across multiple industry sectors, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory standards.

Led external audit teams, overseeing engagements for companies with revenues up to $5B and maintaining strong client relationships.

Developed and executed audit strategies, reviewed field auditors' electronic working papers, and ensured timely completion of audit reports, reducing reporting discrepancies by 30%.

Prepared complex IFRS-compliant financial statements for accounting engagement clients, achieving a 98% accuracy rate and regulatory approval.

Provided expert guidance on financial instruments and revenue recognition, optimizing accounting processes and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards.

Paul Goldson & Company - Jamaica (Public Accountants)

Assistant Audit Supervisor, External Audit Assistant Manager January 1997 - December 2012

Assistant Operations Supervisor (Accounting) August 1994 - December 1996

Audit Clerk, Audit Semi-Senior August 1991 –July 1994 Supervised external audit teams across multiple industry sectors, overseeing a portfolio of 20+ clients with revenues ranging from $500M to $5B.

Directed audit planning and review, executed tests of controls and substantive audit procedures, and ensured timely completion of audit reports with 98% accuracy.

Facilitated financial, tax, and human resources due diligence audits, identifying risk exposures and improving compliance by 30%.

Prepared complex IFRS-compliant financial statements for accounting engagement clients, streamlining reporting processes and ensuring regulatory approval.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting 12/2021

Thomas Edison State University - Trenton, New Jersey

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - (Pursuing), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - February 2019

Chartered Accountant (ACCA) – July 2016

(UK's Equivalent to USA CPA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) - July 2013

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) – December 2007,

Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) - December 2003.

COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP

COK SODALITY CO-OPERATIVE CREDIT UNION LIMITED -JAMAICA:SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE

COK Sodality Co-operative Credit Union Limited is a financial services entity in Jamaica with over 350,000 members. The Supervisory Committee comprises 7 members

Supervisory Committee Member Bi-Monthly, 2019 to 2020

• Provided oversight regarding risk and internal controls measures of the Credit Union.

• Attended Joint Committee and Board of Directors' meeting quarterly to present Supervisory Committee reports.

• Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, acts and policies of the Credit Union.

• Oversee performance of the internal audit function and external audit partners.

• Provided clear, concise, and actionable oversight directives on various governance issues.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE), USA - Member

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), England – Member

Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), USA – Member

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