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Steven Rose

*********@*****.*** 602-***-**** Maricopa, AZ

Results-driven accounting and operations professional with expertise in financial auditing, automotive testing coordination, and cross-functional project leadership. Proven ability to streamline processes, ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance, and deliver measurable results to stakeholders. Adept at bridging technical and operational teams to enhance efficiency, improve accuracy, and drive profitability.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kimberlin Company, PLLC Chandler, AZ

Auditor May 2022 – August 2025

Conduct audits, reviews, and compilations of financial statements adhering to GAAP and regulatory standards.

Analyze 401k plans for ERISA compliance, identifying discrepancies and ensuring adherence to plan documents.

Collaborate cross-functionally to gather documentation, reconcile accounts, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Utilize accounting software to streamline audit processes, enhance efficiency, and maintain detailed records.

Volkswagen Group of America Maricopa, AZ

Program Lead May 2021 – May 2022

Scheduled and supervised the evaluation team who were responsible for the testing of over 50+ vehicles per year

Trained and supervised the coordination team on the importation and financial billing of 50+ vehicles per year

Created and designed working instructions for QMS audit and ISO implementation

Oversaw the daily processing and recording of test data and final customer reports

Tracking and reporting of key performance indicators for the team

Communicate test requests, shipping documents and budgetary documents to customers in over 10 countries

KETT ENGINEERING Maricopa, AZ

Corrosion Test Project Assistant Apr 2017 – May 2021

Evaluated the durability and corrosiveness of over 40 vehicles annually

Learned VBA to modernize the company’s antiquated system that relied solely on MS Office programs

Performed weekly audits of the test vehicle budget to reconcile outgoing payments and incoming invoices

Developed a process flowchart for ISO certification

Coordinated test vehicle scrapping with appropriate departments including Essential Services for invoices and Health and Safety who coordinates the crusher and takes photos for customs

Generated quarterly billing statements for review by the Program Lead before being sent to Finance

Corrosion Data Technician

Generated daily test activity logs and summarized reports for Department and Test Groups

Identified causes for test vehicle inactivity which often correlated to delays in parts

Helped implement additional criteria of “inactive vehicle” for evaluating test vehicles' inactivity which added more depth and understanding to the quality control analysis; previously these vehicles were not classified

Verified test vehicle specifications through VW’s parts catalog (ETKA)

Developed testing policies and parameters to test battery electric vehicles as part of a shift in corporate strategy

Assisted the weathering department with data entry and reporting of test outcomes on customer vehicles

STERLING MOBILE SERVICES Phoenix, AZ

Operations and Logistics Specialist Aug 2009 – Dec 2016

Oversaw daily activities involving sales, repairs, purchases, rentals, and customer service

Collaborated with external CPA to conduct general accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable

Prepared item costing reports for 6 sales representatives, ensuring sales met a minimum margin after accounting for parts and labor to refurbish the equipment

Tracked customer orders, payments, and service contracts to ensure timely revenue and delivery of service

Negotiated with vendors for the lowest product prices

EDUCATION

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Phoenix, AZ

Bachelors in Applied Science in Accounting Summa Cum Laude Jan 2017 – Aug 2020

ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Phoenix, AZ

Associate of Applied Science in Electronic Engineering

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Skills: Financial Auditing & GAAP/ERISA Compliance, Automotive Testing Coordination & Quality Assurance, Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management, Volkswagen Product & Process Expertise, Data Analysis & Performance Reporting, Strategic Planning & Process Optimization

Technical: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), VMware Virtual Server, MAS 50/200, Sage 50 (Peachtree Accounting), ACT! CRM, OSHA 10 Certification, VBA Macro Development

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