Aaron H. Reed
14 Arlen St. #410 Drytown, CA 91205 (555) 555-4968
EDUCATION
University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business Los Angeles, CA
Master of Business Administration: IBEAR Program Expected Graduation: July 2006
Michigan State University, Eli Broad College of Business East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts, Major: Accounting May 2000
EXPERIENCE
Spark Energy Corporation Charlotte, NC
Senior Audit Consultant 2003-2005
As Project Manager, planned, prepared and executed risk-based reviews and audits of Spark Energy’s various domestic and international departments and business units.
· Managed special projects, including merger and acquisition due diligence, forensic investigations and process improvement projects in high risk areas.
· Interviewed executive management and leadership as part of the risk-based annual audit planning process.
· Worked with business units from over 20 countries, managed engagement teams from cross-functional disciplines and established/maintained key client relationships with internal and external customers.
· Interviewed and assessed candidates for staff positions within the Audit Services Department.
· Recognized for superior client services, interaction and development of strong relationships with senior management.
ALPHATECH LLP Detroit, MI
Senior Accountant (2002-2003) 2000-2003
Managed engagement teams that performed financial audits of domestic and international clients including Fortune 500 manufacturing and financial firms.
· Planned and executed year-end financial statement audits, reviews, pension plan audits and regulatory compliance audits.
· Compiled financial statements for private and publicly held clients.
· Developed a strong understanding of vital business activities and processes across many industries and the risks associated with those key processes.
· Responsible for evaluating staff performance.
· Selected for international assignment in Zurich, Switzerland. Implemented US GAAP and SEC global accounting and reporting manual for Winterthur Insurance (subsidiary of Credit Suisse Group). Responsibilities included deploying electronic (intranet) and hard copy publication of the global accounting and reporting manual. Assisted with implementation and testing of iFrango data collection software.
· Consistently achieved sales goals for professional service products.
Staff Accountant (2000 – 2002)
Assisted and led audit engagement teams in execution of assurance services, within primary client focus in the financial services industry, specifically banking and insurance clients.
PlasTech Products Kalamazoo, MI
Marketing Internship Summer 2000
Performed marketing research to identify end customers in the pneumatics industry. Research contributed to marketing overhaul, resulting in the company’s subsequent turnaround.
SoundCo Peat Marwick LLP Detroit, MI
Audit Internship Winter 1999
Assisted with the year-end financial statement audits and federal tax engagements.
U.S. Representative Jake Fatman Washington, D.C.
Staff Assistant (Internship) Summer 1998
Performed research for legislative bills and amendments for the U.S. House of Representatives. Additional responsibilities included managing constituent relations and providing direct administrative support for the Congressman.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Computer: Proficient in MS Office, Lotus Notes
Extensive independent European travel
Interests: Bicycling, Hiking, Traveling, History, Politics
Strong project management skills and experience