Open To Work
Adam Guerra
Arlington
Summary
Dynamic Assurance Manager with Kearney & Company, recognized for leading a high-profile DoD Audit Engagement that achieved the first unmodified opinion. Expertise in federal compliance and risk assessment, coupled with strong data analytics skills. Proven ability to enhance internal controls and mentor teams, driving significant improvements in audit processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assurance Manager
Kearney & Company
Alexandria
06.2022 - Current
- Selected for a high-profile DoD Audit Engagement that resulted in the first unmodified opinion issued.
- Directed audit lifecycle for federal financial statements across three consecutive years: planning, walkthroughs, testing, and report issuance
- Recommended improvements that strengthened client internal controls and reduced risks of material misstatements.
- Reviewed financial statements to identify discrepancies and recommend improvements.
- Mentored junior staff on audit methodologies and best practices.
- Assisted in implementing SFFAS requirements 54, 62, and 64 for clients issuing federal financial statements.
- Developed dashboards using Cognos, Tableau, Power BI, and Excel to perform financial analysis, identifying key process indicators.
- Worked under the direction of Big 4 Audit as part of DoD Financial Statement Audit Engagement since June 2022
Grant Compliance Auditor
National Endowment for Democracy
Washington
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Assessed grantee risk profile and recommended compliance monitoring procedures for international grant recipients
- Drafted and sent technical advice letters based on 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200 to grantees after reviewing grant applications, enhancing compliance understanding among recipients
- Provided internal control recommendations to grant recipients; leading to improved internal control environment and better reporting information.
- Volunteered for task forces on data integrity, system data transfer, and risk reporting documentation across multiple geographic areas, contributing to improved project oversight
Accounting & Finance Manager
DYME Distribution
Eugene
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Spearheaded a $700K accounts receivable recovery strategy by improving DSO (days sales outstanding).
- Directed month-end close process, achieving accurate reconciliation of all accounts.
- Oversaw daily accounting operations, streamlining month/year-end close and enhancing transaction oversight.
- Performed complex financial analysis including ratio analysis and trend forecasting.
- Prepared journal entries to correct errors or omissions in the reconciliation process.
- Developed comprehensive SOPs to facilitate seamless transition upon departure.
Assurance Staff
Moss Adams LLP
Eugene
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Planned and performed risk-based audit procedures, resulting in issuance of financial reports for higher education, single audit programs, financial institutions, benefit plans, and other industries per relevant accounting frameworks.
- Conducted internal control and financial statement audits ensuring compliance with SOX regulations and strengthening financial integrity.
- Developed communication strategies to relay key audit updates to client executives, enhancing transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Education
M.S. - Accounting
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID01-2016
B.S. - Accounting
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID01-2015
Skills
- Financial statement auditing
- Compliance auditing
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Internal controls
- Audit methodology
- Data analytics
- Process Improvement
Security Clearance
Active Secret Level
Certification
CPA
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteSalary Range
$120000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Assurance Manager
Kearney & Company
06.2022 - Current
Grant Compliance Auditor
National Endowment for Democracy
12.2020 - 05.2022
Accounting & Finance Manager
DYME Distribution
03.2019 - 09.2020
Assurance Staff
Moss Adams LLP
10.2016 - 12.2018
M.S. - Accounting
University of Idaho
B.S. - Accounting
University of Idaho