Experience

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Forensic Accounting Supervisor

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  London, Ohio, United States

• Forensic Accountant

  • Nov 2014 - Jul 2021

  London, Ohio Perform economic crimes investigations in partnership with law enforcement on a wide variety of cases including public corruption, narcotics, employee theft, illicit enterprises, and embezzlement. Perform forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery, gather information via interrogations and search warrants, conduct forensic analysis of financial data, and prepare analytical reports for litigation and expert testimony.



EY

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Manager - Advisory Services

  • Apr 2014 - Oct 2014

  Columbus, Ohio Area



Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Forensic Accountant

  • Mar 2013 - Apr 2014

  London, Ohio Perform economic crimes investigations in partnership with law enforcement on a wide variety of cases including public corruption, narcotics, employee theft, illicit enterprises, and embezzlement. Perform forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery, gather information via interrogations and search warrants, conduct forensic analysis of financial data, and prepare analytical reports for litigation and expert testimony.



Momentive

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Manager Internal Audit

  • Mar 2009 - Mar 2013

  Columbus, Ohio Area Managed compliance, financial, operational, fraud, and control-based audits within the US and internationally, with an emphasis on IT, Human Resources, Procurement, Payables and the Silicones Division. Lead audits of major system implementations, manufacturing site operations, corporate process improvements, and fraud investigations. Executed activities in support of the company's SOX compliance requirements including the annual risk assessment, quarterly/year-end reviews, and remediation of… Show more Managed compliance, financial, operational, fraud, and control-based audits within the US and internationally, with an emphasis on IT, Human Resources, Procurement, Payables and the Silicones Division. Lead audits of major system implementations, manufacturing site operations, corporate process improvements, and fraud investigations. Executed activities in support of the company's SOX compliance requirements including the annual risk assessment, quarterly/year-end reviews, and remediation of findings. Presented the results of numerous audits to Senior Management and the Audit Committee. Facilitated the annual assessment of financial, operational, and compliance risks for the company and assisted in summarizing the results to develop the annual internal audit plan. Assisted the VP, Internal Audit with the maintenance and continuous improvement of departmental processes and procedures. Responsible for five direct reports. Managed personnel actions including hiring, scheduling, training, evaluating, coaching and mentoring. Made staff salary, merit and promotion recommendations and took corrective actions including dismissal. Lead the departmental training and developmental program. Show less



EY

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Audit Manager

  • Jun 2004 - Mar 2009

  Managed a team of 6 to 18 staff and senior level auditors and served as a mentor for 10 client internal auditors. The combined team completed 350 process walkthroughs, tested over 700 controls in 28 global locations, and worked with management to successfully remediate hundreds of control failures. Developed and documented the global scoping of the project based in part on a company-wide risk assessment survey. Customized EY SOX methodology and documentation for use by this client. Trained… Show more Managed a team of 6 to 18 staff and senior level auditors and served as a mentor for 10 client internal auditors. The combined team completed 350 process walkthroughs, tested over 700 controls in 28 global locations, and worked with management to successfully remediate hundreds of control failures. Developed and documented the global scoping of the project based in part on a company-wide risk assessment survey. Customized EY SOX methodology and documentation for use by this client. Trained personnel in the methodology and ensured proper implementation through the year. Performed a full spectrum of audit procedures including audit planning, budgeting, analytical procedures, test of account balances, fraud inquiries, quality reviews, and reporting of audit results to management. Responsible for the timely completion of financial audits, quarterly reviews, agreed upon procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance audits in the Asset Management, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Entertainment industries. Managed audit seniors, staff and interns by providing guidance, training, careful delegation, and detailed, honest performance feedback. Show less



Allegheny County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Staff Auditor

  • May 2002 - Jun 2004

  Conducted financial and performance audits in accordance with Government Audit Standards (GAS) by analyzing and evaluating internal controls as well as compliance with County policies and procedures, and Commonwealth laws. Contributed to all steps of the audit from the creation of the audit program to the issuance of the final report.



Green Marketplace

• Operations Manager

  • 1999 - 2002

  Responsible for the development and coordination of all operations, customer service, human resources, and internal financial reporting for this innovative e-commerce startup. Monitored profitability through financial statement preparation, budgeting, and expense and variance analysis. Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to form mutually beneficial partnerships. Coordinated the cross-country relocation of all warehouse facilities. Secured free warehouse space and expertise through… Show more Responsible for the development and coordination of all operations, customer service, human resources, and internal financial reporting for this innovative e-commerce startup. Monitored profitability through financial statement preparation, budgeting, and expense and variance analysis. Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to form mutually beneficial partnerships. Coordinated the cross-country relocation of all warehouse facilities. Secured free warehouse space and expertise through the creation of an innovative partnership with Goodwill Industries that turned the fulfillment operations into a job-training program for people with disabilities. This innovation resulted in a 50% decrease in fulfillment cost and packing time and a 90% decrease in shipping damages, as well as great publicity at no added cost. Show less