Audit Supervisor Government & Compliance Expert
Resume:
Adrian Meade
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Phone: 757-***-****
***************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Audit Supervisor and compliance professional with strong background in conducting and leading complex government contract audits, federal grant audits, supporting other performance and agreed-upon procedure federal program audits. Also, I have experience with FAR, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, and OMB A-123. My roles have also included 15 years of government contract cost accounting, federal asset forfeiture and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 assessments, fraud risk investigations, premium audits and loss control property risk assessments.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Regis and Associates, Washington, DC
Audit Supervisor 2017 and 03/2019 – 12/2024
• Supervised senior and staff auditors, providing mentorship and performance reviews for CPA firm.
• Led several federal agency audit engagements, including incurred cost submission audits, compliance audits, business system audits, forward pricing rate agreements, financial controls reviews, and other agreed-upon agreement engagements.
• Conducted audit planning, entrance and exit conferences, and managed fieldwork.
• Drafted audit reports with recommendations to remediate findings.
• Negotiated provisional and final billing rates with contractor leadership.
• Utilized data analytics, CaseWare, and Microsoft Suite, MS Projects, and Visio on engagements.
Supervised the following Key Engagements:
• 2019 – 2024:
o Supervised staff audit team on incurred costs audits for NASA contractors exceeding $10 million in contract values. Assessed contract, FAR, and DFAR compliance.
o Supervised staff audit team on incurred cost audits for federal grantees, such as NHTSA grantees. Assessed grant compliance and 2 CFR Part 200 compliance related to grant agreements.
o Prepared pre-planning documentation, and reviewed planning and fieldwork workpapers utilizing CCH CaseWare.
o Reviewed identified control deficiencies and findings and documented any material weaknesses or significant deficiencies over internal controls. o Drafted the audit report for senior leadership review.
• 2023-2024: Supervised staff audit team on conducting various other audits and reviews for several federal agencies, including:
o Internal control and Open Payment compliance reviews for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS);
o Assessment of USDA Rual Utilities Service’s Re-Connect Program compliance regarding utilization of IIJA-funds for broadband expansion within rural US. Eligible providers were eligible to receive awards up to $25 million in loans and grants. Identified deficiencies and program struggles with implementation; o Compliance audits related to FCC regulations and Program Rules (47 CFR Part 54) for Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) – E-Rate Program. Reviewed eligibility, competitive bidding, discount rate application, and CIPA requirements;
o Conducted performance audits and agreed-upon procedures for the Department of Labor- OIG, related to CARES Act, Continued Assistance Act, STC, and MEUC program payments and improper-payment recovery.
• 2024: Served as Senior Consultant on overseas travel to Republic of Benin financial statement audit evaluating USAID’s internal control over financial reporting, and determining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and grant agreements.
• 2018: Federal Communications Commission, OIG – Lifeline Program Performed performance audit of state compliance with USF Lifeline program requirements.
HPBS Accounting and Professional Services, Reston, VA
Senior Consultant 05/2023 – 11/2024
USAID - OIG Financial Audit
Supported two Incurred Cost Submission audit projects for the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan (SIGAR) grant for CPA firm.
• Evaluated internal controls, SOPs, and subrecipient monitoring applicable to the grants.
• Reviewed allowable and unallowable costs and contract terms to determine contractual and 2 CFR 200 regulatory compliance.
• Reviewed audit reports to determine if corrective actions were addressed regarding prior audit findings.
Terathink, Reston, VA
Principal Consultant 03/2018 – 03/2019
Led the Compliance Review Team for DOJ’s Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS).
Conducted onsite AML compliance reviews and potential fraud evaluations for the Federal Asset Forfeiture Program nationwide.
• Reviewed daily news articles, financial submissions, and annual reports to assess and prioritize potential risk in partnering agencies.
• Led kickoff, entrance, and exit conferences with State Attorneys General, law enforcement leaders, and program officials.
• Analyzed OIG and OJP audit findings to identify recurring deficiencies within the federal asset forfeiture program.
• Provided daily briefings, presentations, and escalations to MLARS leadership.
• Processed quarterly risk matrix to support annual compliance review planning.
Atlas Research, Washington, DC
Senior Consultant 11/2016 – 07/2017
• Led development of internal controls and SOPs regarding OMB A-133 and 2 CFR 200 compliance requirements for the Office of Internal Audit and Risk Assessment (IARA).
• Assisted the Internal Audit and Risk Assessment (IARA) Agency within VHA with documenting risk assessments, internal audit SOPs, and monitoring capabilities.
• Documented internal controls support for the $14B VA Office of Community Care project to meet the requirements of the GAO Green Book and OMB Circular A-123 for the Audit Resolution Work Group Support.
• Lead staff auditor in planning, holding entrance conferences and exit conferences, and supervising staff auditors in fieldwork regarding allowable costs, sub-recipient management, timekeeping, labor, and applicable asset management testing for National Science Foundation (NSF) grants.
Ascension Solutions, Fredericksburg, VA
Independent Consultant 01/2014 – Present
Loss Control Property Inspector & Premium Auditor
• Evaluate commercial and residential properties for risk exposure, safety hazards, and insurance compliance.
• Conduct premium audits including payroll, tax records, and sales receipt analysis.
• Review risk management controls, safety procedures, and mitigation documentation.
• Produce audit reports with photos and recommendations.
• Proficient with Rapid Sketch Lite.
Remote Certified Notary Signing Agent
• Partner with lenders, title companies, law firms, and debt-consolidation organizations to complete timely remote notarizations.
Government Cost Accounting Experience:
Oceaneering, Inc, Chesapeake, VA
Principal Analyst/Cost Accounting Manager 08/2014 - 10/2016
Maersk Line Limited, Norfolk, VA
Senior Financial Analyst and Accounts Payable Manager 01/2001 – 03/2009
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
• BS, Accounting, Hampton University
• MS, Human Relations and Business (Organizational Development), Amberton University
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification – William and Mary University - 2007
• Certified Organizational Systems & Relationship Coach (ORSC) – CRR APAC, 2008
• CCH CaseWare Audit Software
• TeamMate Analytics Training
• CaseWare IDEA Training
• Microsoft Suite, MS Projects, and Visio
• Currently preparing for CPA Exam
• SWYFFT Exterior Residential Training
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