Sarah Strawhacker
Raleigh
Summary
Results-driven audit professional with over a decade of experience in financial statement audits and project management. Skilled in data analysis and risk assessment, contributing to improved compliance and operational effectiveness in complex audit environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Audit Senior Manager
KPMG, LLP
Raleigh
08.2013 - Current
- Performed risk assessment procedures to identify potential control weaknesses.
- Reviewed financial statements and disclosures to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Ensured compliance with professional standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
- Reviewed and validated staff auditors' workpapers for accuracy and completeness before final report issuance.
- Coordinated audit schedules to deliver projects on time and within scope.
- Trained junior staff on audit procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance audit processes and efficiency.
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings, including recommendations for improvement.
- Presented findings and recommendations to clients in clear reports.
- Cultivated and strengthened client relationships through proactive communication.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
North Carolina State University
Raleigh08-2013
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2012
Skills
- Financial statement audit
- Risk assessment
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Focus on Military Payroll, PP&E and OM&S
- Client relationship management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
Certified Public Accountant
Affiliations
ATHENA of the Triangle Enlightened Leaders Program Cohort 6
Timeline
Federal Audit Senior Manager
KPMG, LLP
08.2013 - Current
Master of Science - Accounting
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
North Carolina State University