Information Technology Business Development

CHRISTOPHER D. MAROTTA, CPA, CISA

Woodbridge, VA 571-***-**** *************@*******.*** LinkedIn Profile

Professional Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented CPA and CISA with 20+ years of experience in financial and information technology audits, regulatory compliance, and advisory services for federal government agencies and private organizations. Proven expertise in internal controls, process improvement, and team leadership. Adept at leveraging advanced ERP systems and audit tools to optimize efficiency and compliance. Top Secret Security Clearance.

Professional Experience

Audit Manager, GenTech Associates

Feb 2024 – Present

Leader of 3-member team

Developed audit programs

Reviewed and coached work of subordinates

Lead internal control interviews with officials of audited organizations

Executed audit procedures to determine whether financial statements were reasonably supported

Developed findings and recommendations to improve internal control

Briefed agency officials on findings and recommendations

Drafted audit reports

Manager, Federal Government – BDO

March 2024 – December 2024

• Designed and implemented business process improvements, achieving an increase in operational efficiency while improving auditability for Defense Department agencies.

• Evaluated Service Organization Control reports to enhance information system controls, focusing on security, data integrity, and confidentiality.

• Authored business development materials to expand service opportunities in the federal environment.

• Mentored staff and senior accountants, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.

Manager, Financial Accounting and Advisory Services – Government – EY

January 2022 – January 2024

• Led modernization and reengineering of enterprise resource planning systems, resulting in enhanced auditability and operational performance for Defense Department components.

• Directed teams of staff and senior accountants, fostering skills development and delivering client-focused solutions.

• Authored technical service descriptions and proposals for federal business development efforts.

Foreign Service Auditor – Office of Inspector General, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

May 2000 – January 2022

• Managed financial, operational, and IT audits, leading to recovery of funds and improved internal controls over financial reporting.

• Directed Federal Information Systems Modernization Act audits for fiscal years 2019–2021, ensuring compliance and system security.

• Prepared IT control audit program steps for USAID financial statement audits.

• Conducted training on government audit standards for new employees and contracted audit firms.

• Mentored staff and senior accountants, supporting their professional growth and enhancing team effectiveness.

Audit Associate – Johnson Lambert and Company

October 1998 – May 2000

• Audited financial statements for businesses and nonprofits in compliance with AICPA standards and OMB Circular A-133

• Completed Internal Revenue Tax Forms including 990

• Managed resources for audits, ensuring completion within budget and time constraints

Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Licensed in Virginia and Maryland

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Core Competencies

• ERP Systems: General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), DAI, Deltek, Phoenix, ASIST, Global Acquisition and Assistance System (GLAAS)

• Legal/Regulatory Frameworks: Office of Management and Budget (OMB) A-123, A-133, GAO Yellow Book, FISMA, NIST 800-53, DoD FIAR, FFMIA, FMFIA, Single Audit Act

• Audit Tools: Teammate, Audit File, MS Audit

• Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Professional Memberships

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

• Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA)

• Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

• Society of Defense Financial Management

• Association of Government Accountants

Military Service

• 2nd Lieutenant, US Army Reserves, Honorably Discharged

Languages

• Professional Working Proficiency in Spanish

Education

• Bachelor of Arts – Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

• Associate in Accounting – Montgomery College, Rockville, MD

• Master of Taxation (in progress) – Villanova University

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