Manager Accounting

Daniel K. Schauer, CPA, CFE, FCPA

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Senior position in audits, fraud examination and/or investigations with a progressive organization that values truly outstanding performance and uncommon dedication.

HIGHLIGHTS of QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive auditing experience as CPA/CFE in a wide range of challenging situations.

Dedicated to and passionate about my career in audits and fraud investigations.

Proficient and experienced in dealing with the IRS.

Strong analytical skills; able to create innovative solutions to complex business problems.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to convey complex accounting information in easily understandable layman's language.

Proven ability implementing computer technology to create accounting efficiency; expert with Excel.

Reliable, conscientious, trustworthy and completely honest.

Excellent interpersonal skills; get along well with all types of people; respectful of diversity.

Highly motivated, results oriented, great attitude.

Forward thinking accountant and business analyst who looks beyond the status quo to uncover hidden opportunities for improvement and profit.

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Burkhart, Peterson & Company, San Antonio, TX 2008-Present

Case Manager

• Prepare tax returns for current and previous years with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

• Establish clear two-way communication with all relevant stake holders, ensuring their expectations and needs are fully considered.

• Consistently meet challenging deadlines and commitments.

• Negotiate resolution for outstanding taxes with relevant taxing authorities.

• Deal personally with clients with calm and rational approach.

• Research detailed tax issues and communicate results in an understandable manner.

• Resolve conflicting requirements between clients, federal and state taxing authorities.

Cohen, Berg & Company, San Antonio, TX 2006-2008

Manager

• Conduct extensive data analysis, finding areas of concern and recommending corrective action.

• Identify new business opportunities leading to strong revenue growth.

• Audit capital assets to ensure proper recognition and allocation of assets and revenue.

• Establish clear, two-way communication with all relevant stake holders, ensuring their expectations and needs are fully considered.

• Guide executives without financial expertise through the fiscal intricacies of their decisions.

• Personally assist managers with audit issues, clarifying and explaining all details.

• Consistently meet challenging deadlines.

• Build strong relationships with clients, leading to trust, rapport and ultimately increased business.

• Supervise coach and mentor accounting staff.

• Provide comprehensive training to staff accountants, ensuring they are knowledgeable and capable of outstanding performance.

• Prepare tax returns and financial statements with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

• Deal personally with clients who require a calm, rational approach; resolve issues to the satisfaction of all parties.

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Career Point Institute, San Antonio, TX 2003-2006

Accounting Instructor

• Taught four accounting classes to students from diverse backgrounds.

• Demonstrated the practical applications of accounting in the business world.

Wells, Lightfoot & Company, San Antonio, TX 2000-2003

Certified Public Accountant

• Planned preliminary audit work for sales tax audits for the state of Texas.

• Supervised and directed audit teams.

• Conducted audits and reviews of non-profit organizations.

• Audited a law office, several food wholesalers and an international financial organization.

Daniel K. Schauer, CPA, Las Cruces, NM 1996-2000

Certified Public Accountant

• Achieved significant improvements in profitability for several major clients.

• Uncovered fraud of $750,000 at a local restaurant.

Department of Defense, Ft. Bliss, TX 1994-1996

Chief of Accounts Payable

• Managed, supervised and directed 17 employees.

• Oversaw all accounts payable related issues.

• Played integral role in financial investigations.

• Worked closely with other departments to develop a cohesive, cooperative approach.

AUDIT EXPERIENCE

Credit Unions/ Banks Publishing Companies Food Warehouses

Restaurants Transportation companies Non Profits

Construction Companies Government Audit of local VA hospital State Sales Tax Audits

Retail Stores Professional Firms (attorneys, physicians)

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM

Bachelor of Arts, Major in Accounting graduated 1990

Certified in Government Accounting

Certified QuickBooks Instructor

Licensed CPA/ CFE in Texas and New Mexico

TECHNICAL PROFILE

~ Quick Books ~ Peachtree ~ Cougar Mountain ~ MS Word

~ Excel ~ Lotus 123 ~ Ultra Tax ~ Mas 90

~Lacerte

MEMBERSHIPS and AFFILIATIONS

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

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