James D. Magee
Horn Lake, MS 38637
********@*****.***
Social Security Number: xxx-xx-1524
Citizenship: United States
Federal Civilian Status: N/A
Veteran’s Preference: N/A
Highest Civilian Grade Held: N/A
Objective: To obtain a permanent civilian position within the federal sector in a challenging and rewarding career field.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient in internal auditing processes
Knowledgeable of state and federal laws and regulations regarding financial, record, and retention
Selected to serve in a variety of competitive and highly visible leadership roles
Proficient in automated financial systems
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications
EXPERIENCE
Audit Specialist December 2008-present
Mississippi State Department of Health Hours per week: 40
Supervisor: Sharon Smiley; 601-***-****; may contact Salary: $45k per year
Responsible for the internal auditing of medical, time and attendance, financial, and environmental records in four State of Mississippi Districts consisting of 36 counties. Plan, coordinate, and execute inventory placement and counts. Evaluate personnel performance and report findings and recommendations to Director of Internal Audit for the State Department of Health.
Perform routine and ad hoc audits of medical records.
Perform routine and ad hoc audits of time and attendance of Department of Health employees.
Review files to prepare for the auditing process.
Analyze accounting systems and financial records.
Audit payrolls and individual accounts.
Ensure compliance of accounting procedures with state and federal regulations.
Verify provision of services.
Prepare final audit reports for review by the agency's Audit Committee.
Perform special investigations.
Holds pre-audit conferences with parties involved.
Travels to locations throughout the state to conduct audits.
Analyzes financial and accounting controls to determine the effectiveness of operation and to ascertain the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded from losses.
Discusses audit findings and recommendations with parties involved.
Manager July 2003-Dec 2008
Office Depot (Pearl, MS) Hours per week: 40
Supervisor: J. R. White; 601-***-****; may contact Salary: $25K per year
Managed staff of ten. Planned, organized, executed, and coordinated assignments received from upper management. Conducted financial analysis and verified supporting documentation on the basis of employee cash tendered sales, in compliance with Office Depot, Inc. Performed administrative activities associated with effective management, including compiling, storing, and retrieving data for reports.
Performed daily audits
Completed end-of-day cash sales
Performed/verified safe audits
Prepared daily deposits, financial reports
Provided overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned tasks.
Assisted with interviewing and hiring, as well as training
Planned, assigned, and directed work
Appraised performance
Rewarded and counseled employees
Addressed complaints and resolved problems.
Maintained confidentiality and upheld standards for privacy and data integrity and security.
Prepared supporting financial data including returned checks, refunds, banking activities and all financial reporting as defined by the SECAnalysis using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and other software applications.
Sufficiently controlled and presented archived data and reports.
Determined and documented appropriate guidelines for all quality assurance measurements.
Constructed, documented, and implemented any approved procedural changes.
Trained and ensured all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Determined responsibilities of staff positions to accomplish business objectives.
EDUCATION
Terry High School, Terry, MS – Diploma, 2001
Hinds Community College, Raymond, MS – Graduation Date – May 2004
Completed 64 hours in undergraduate studies
Major: Psychology
Belhaven College, Jackson, MS – Graduation Date - August 2008
Completed 120 hours in undergraduate studies
Major: Psychology
Major: Accounting