Certified Public Accountant

Location:

Jackson, MS

Posted:

June 19, 2025

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Résumé of Qualifications

Darrol J. Woods, Ph.D.

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Madison, Mississippi 39110

Phone: 601-***-****

Email: ******.*****@*****.***

Darrol J. Woods, Ph.D., MBA, CPA, CFE

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

To commit my strong work ethic, high standard of attention to detail, exceptional leadership, and administrative skills, to enhance the reputation and overall vision of the organizational.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Dynamic, results-focused professional with an impressive record of accomplishment in business administration, accounting and finance, and education and training, Exceptional in evaluating organizational needs and superintending the financial and administrative features to consistently achieve and surpass operating goals. Articulate communicator with effective influence, persuasive communication, and negotiation skills.

Core competencies include:

• Strategic Planning & Implementation • Policy & Procedural Issues Development

• Budgeting & Forecasting • Financial Management & Analysis

• Program/Project Management • Educational Programming & Evaluation

• Leadership & Development • Competitive Success

• Sales & Marketing • Fiscal Management

• Investments & Securities • Auditing and Review

Thorough knowledge of: Financial Analysis & Reporting, Operational Analysis & Improvement, General Accounting, Regulatory Compliance, Budgeting & Forecasting, Fiscal Management, and Internal Auditing

EDUCATION

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY - Jackson, MS

Doctor of Philosophy

Major: Higher Education

Dissertation: “Athletic Directors’ Responsiveness to Various Constituents in Meeting Departmental Goals”

MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE – Clinton, MS

Master of Business Administration

Concentration: Accounting

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY - Itta Bena, MS

Bachelor of Science

Major: Accounting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER – Jackson, MS 10/21 – current

Senior Internal Auditor

Plans, develops, and executes financial statement, operational, and compliance audits

Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, fraud, waste, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and UMMC policies

Prepares and compiles data into final audit reports for presentation to management and recommends changes in operations and financial activities

Inspects account books and accounting system policies and procedures to ensure conformity to guidelines and to identify weaknesses or inefficiencies in operation

Examine department records to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with laws and policies

Examine and evaluate financial and information systems and recommends measures to ensure system reliability and data integrity

Darrol J. Woods, Ph.D., MBA, CPA, CFE

Prepares detailed reports on audit findings

Coordinates information requests with external auditors as needed

Plan, coordinate, and implement internal auditing program by conducting routine and special audits and reviewing effectiveness of internal controls, financial records, documents, and operations

THE WOODS GROUP, LLC – Jackson, MS 08/19 – Pres.

Chief Operating Officer

Development and administration of an athletic audit program on behalf of the Mississippi Community College Board for the Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges

Provide internal auditing of all student-athlete financial aid awards including: federal, state, and local aid to ensure awards meet MACJC and NJCAA rules and regulations

Assist with the development and administration of compliance protocols and processes; and identify noncompliance of awards and eligibility for student-athletes consistent with MACJC and NJCAA rules and regulations

Conduct athletic compliance audits at each MACJC institution annually; or when it has been determined by the MACJC Commissioner of Athletics

Advise on rules and regulations, noncompliance, and penalties

Suggest and implement, as appropriate, new rules, policies, and best practices in an effort to improve all 15 community college athletic programs

Prepare audit reports of finding(s), outline discrepancies/noncompliance, and recommend corrective actions and penalties consistent with rules and regulations of the MACJC and NJCAA

Examine and analyze internal control structures and systems, accounting records reliability and accuracy, and make recommendations for improvement

Utilize the MACJC Athletic Management Tracking System for monitoring data on student-athletes

Reconciled revenue and expenditures for South Carolina State University’s Department of Athletics

Completed NCAA reports and EADA reports at South Carolina State University’s Department of Athletics

Assisted with game day operations to provide back on proper and effective management with South Carolina State University’s Department of Athletics

Assisted with BANNER training to Athletic Administration at South Carolina State University

LINCOLN UNIVERSITY – Jefferson City, MO 07/18 – 07/19

Assistant Vice President/Controller

Overall supervision, coordination and policy development of all financial accounting and reporting functions of Lincoln University – general accounting, grant accounting, accounts payable, student accounts receivable, payroll, cash management and investment

Manage and provide leadership to staff in General Accounting, Grant Accounting, Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Payroll Departments

Responsible for internal and external financial reporting, coordination of annual audits and preparation of audited annual financial reports as well as other fiscal documents: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), EADA and NCAA Reporting, Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Bond Indebtedness

Utilize external audit requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, and governmental rules and regulations to perform monthly and year-end closeout

Responsible for monitoring budgets vs. actual expenditures and guidance in financial administration sponsored grants and contracts

Maintain strong financial management and appropriate accounting controls – develop policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls

Recommend and institute appropriate institutional measures that impact the University’s Rules and Regulations

Implement and administer an efficient cash management system

Darrol J. Woods, Ph.D., MBA, CPA, CFE

Handles cash and investment management of university funds, long-term debt management, and endowment management

Issues routine reports to board of curators and external constituents and publishes annual audited financial statements

Maintain continuous interaction with internal and external constituencies

Assist the Vice President for Administration and Finance on projects as needed

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY – Jackson, MS 12/11 – 01/18

Sr. Assoc. Athletics Director/Fiscal Management

Assist the Athletics Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in the daily administrative and fiscal operations and management of the athletic budget unit

Review and approve expenditures from accounts and budgets for coaches and staff which include state funds and gift accounts

Review all expenditures for proper documentation and authorization prior to forwarding to appropriate offices across campus for processing

Make requests for budget adjustments through the Office of Budget and Planning to properly align accounts

Ensure daily maintenance and log in of accurate internal ledgers and records and reconcile monthly with university ledgers

Distribute ledgers to the appropriate athletic budget units which include current monthly balance sheets

Request and establish new accounts as needed for existing sports programs or activities

Assist in set up of accounting records and tracking system for new accounts as they are established

Forecast and recommend athletic fees to be accessed to the student body

Compile, analyze, and submit yearly budget requests for the Department of Athletics

Review expenditure requests throughout the year including travel, operating and supplies, equipment purchases, and professional services and various personnel appointments

Provide monthly budget reports to the AD and CFO on status of accounts and projections for future expenditure impacts on various accounts

Collect, compile, and interpret financial data each year and maintain reports using database and spreadsheet programs

Responsible for coordinating information to submit blanket bids for game uniforms, equipment, supplies, media relations, ticketing, and transportation used by Athletics during the fiscal year

Under administrative direction, responsible for the business management and supervision of athletic facilities and for carrying out and implementing policies relative to the management and supervision of such facilities

Assist in planning, managing, coordinating, operating, and evaluating, athletic and activity programs for the University

Expertly maintain, control, and balance the Department of Athletics annual budget of $6 million

Provide accurate and timely financial data and advice through internal control reviews, budget reviews, inventory reviews, and other financial analyses and audits as well as reporting status, issues, and problems

Assist in determining charges and arrangements connected with the rental of athletic facilities and staffing for various events

Responsible for collecting designated funds and their deposit to appropriate accounts

Effectively maintain control of revenue from ticket sales and solicit support internally and externally

Plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive marketing and promotional plan to maximize ticket revenue, group sales campaign, and attendance for assigned sports

● Provide effective leadership and supervision to Ticket Office, assigned staff, and students

Assist student athletes in the areas of course enrollment, college and university requirements, NCAA regulations, study strategies and skills, career planning, graduate/professional school preparation, and internship development

Darrol J. Woods, Ph.D., MBA, CPA, CFE

Work as a team member with the Athletics Academic Advisor to provide coordinated services for student athletes

Troubleshoot problems with Office of Admissions, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Budget Office, Human Resources, Accounting Services, and Internal Auditing as needed

Sport Administrator for Baseball, Men’s and Women’s Golf, and Men’s and Women’s Track & Field

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI – Oxford, MS 08/10 – 12/11

Project Administrator for the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation

•Supervise fiscal and administrative records; prepare monthly budget statements

•Maintain departmental inventory, purchasing/travel paperwork, and process payroll

•Direct student workers and interns

•Ensures compliance with policies and procedures

•Designs and oversees data collection and maintenance

•Coordinate, plan, and direct events for certain projects

•Write press releases, newsletters, and work with media and public relations for press distribution

•Communicate with donors, local, and federal entities

•Provide technical writing and budget preparation

•Manage and coordinate the daily activities of a grant funded project

•Researches and identifies needs and available resources for grant funded projects

•Assists with designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating efforts for reports and proposals

•Serves as spokesperson for assigned projects

GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY - Grambling, LA 01/09 - 07/10

Associate Athletics Director/Finance