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AMOS ATIBILA

Woodbridge

Summary

A proactive leader with a commitment to mentoring and team development, Amos leverages analytical expertise to solve financial challenges, optimize reporting structures, and implement regulatory strategies. His strong supervisory skills, ability to manage multi-entity environments, and dedication to operational excellence make him a dynamic asset in financial leadership roles

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tax Reviewer

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
12.2023 - 03.2024


  • Provided feedback to preparers to improve accuracy and adherence to tax regulations in future filings.
  • Kept up-to-date with federal and state tax regulations, offering insights to maintain compliance.
  • Maintained organized records of review processes to support audit readiness.
  • Minimized errors in tax returns by diligently checking calculations and cross-referencing financial documents.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex tax issues to ensure compliance with current regulations.

Senior Associate

Kearney and Company
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Risk Management and Compliance Consulting, FEMA OCFO
  • Conducted internal audits, analyzed external audit reports, and assessed operational risks to identify areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated the potential impact of control deficiencies on the organization's financial statements, operations, and reputation.
  • Created detailed remediation plans outlining corrective actions, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Worked with relevant teams to implement necessary changes, including policy updates, system modifications, and employee training.
  • Conducted testing and validation procedures to ensure the effectiveness of implemented controls.
  • Continuously monitored control effectiveness, identified emerging risks, and adjusted the remediation plan as needed.
  • Center for Medicare/Medicaid Incurred Cost Audit – Performance audit
  • Conducted thorough reviews of Incurred Cost Proposals (ICPs) to ensure compliance with regulations and contract terms.
  • Led entrance conferences, fraud risk enquiries with auditees to establish audit protocols and assess risk.
  • Assessed internal controls for payroll, procurement, IT, and ICP creation through walkthroughs to develop a risk assessment matrix to help conduct sampling.
  • Developed comprehensive audit plans, analyzed general ledger details, and reconciled financial data.
  • Designed and executed sample testing procedures to verify cost allowability and identify potential issues.
  • Prepared detailed exception packets and summarized questioned costs for reporting.
  • Supervised junior accountants and provided guidance and feedback.
  • Managed documentation requests and addressed queries from auditees.
  • Maintained a strong understanding of government auditing standards (GAGAS), FISCAM, GAAP, AICPA Standards, FAR, CAS, and other relevant regulations. Proficiency in financial analysis, data interpretation, and audit software tools.
  • Facilitated discussions with auditees on sample testing exceptions and other audit findings.
  • Drafted comprehensive audit reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
  • 40 Hrs./Wk

Assurance Associate

Ernst and Young
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Conducted year-end audit general audit procedures using required audit methods by performing substantive analytical procedures. These included areas of responsibility such as test of details, flux analysis, sending out confirmation letters, memos, and legal information queries, drafting the management representation letter, performing financial statements tie-outs, and internal control testing.
  • DoD Audits for United States Marine Corps, and NASA Audit Engagement - Testing general equipment/fixed assets, including audit planning, risk assessments, existence and completeness testing from periodic inventory counts, valuation testing, disposal, and transfers testing, journal voucher reconciliations, recording and drafting walkthrough minutes, depreciation recalculations, and sending/receiving client documentation.
  • Forensic Accounting engagements for COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program for the state of Georgia and Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) – Testing for instances of fraud regarding appropriated funds from the 2020 COVID-19 CARES Act.
  • Reviewed and tested client’s closing journal entries and subledgers to satisfy accuracy, timeliness, and completeness assertions as well as compliance with GAAP and United States Standard General Ledger chart of accounts.
  • Analyzing financial statements, periodic financial reports, and reconciling data with audit lead sheets and workpapers. Sending follow-up to clients and documenting audit findings to senior team members.
  • Evaluated and tested internal controls and developed areas of improvements of processes and procedures.
  • Coached and reviewed peer audit work during audit field work phase. Spear-headed client communications during status and walkthrough meetings.
  • Conducted research on regulatory guidance such as GAGAS, current industry standards and trends, new legislation, and requirements.
  • 40-80 Hrs./Wk.

Petroleum Distribution and Accountability Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Army
08.2017 - 01.2021
  • Led, mentored, and trained a 9-member team conducting security and protection patrols in support of global operations while assigned to Ft. Bragg, NC for a period of 28 months.
  • Directed employment of weapons systems; maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment with value exceeding $750000.
  • Led over 40 security operations including Joint Task Force; awarded the Army Achievement Medal by senior leaders for superior performance.
  • Managed $20M+ in classified equipment vital to national security and the safety of 150 employees; resulted in zero losses, and the continued integrity of all classified materials.
  • 40Hrs./Wk.

Expat Tax Advisor

H&R Block Expat Tax Service
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Analyzed and prepared federal and state tax returns for Americans living outside of the United States, as well as nonresidents needing to report U.S. source income.
  • Evaluated foreign tax documents, applied general and internationally focused federal tax concepts to their situation, and analyzed the tax consequences of certain foreign pension & investment plans.
  • Maintained a book of clients during a tax year where I applied skills on an individual client basis using Thomson Reuter’s tax software.
  • Led my team in meeting $2M annual revenue goal for 2017 tax year.
  • 40Hrs./Wk.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
05-2015

Associate of Arts - Accounting

Missouri Valley College
Marshall Missouri
05-2013

Skills

  • Auditing & Risk Management
  • Tax and Accounting Advisory & Financial Analysis
  • Technology & Data Analysis
  • Project management
  • Account reconciliation

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Virginia State Board of Accountancy since 2021
  • Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), 2024
  • Secret Clearance

Timeline

Tax Reviewer

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
12.2023 - 03.2024

Senior Associate

Kearney and Company
10.2023 - 11.2024

Assurance Associate

Ernst and Young
01.2021 - 04.2023

Petroleum Distribution and Accountability Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Army
08.2017 - 01.2021

Expat Tax Advisor

H&R Block Expat Tax Service
07.2016 - 08.2017

Master of Science - Accounting

University of Missouri

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Missouri

Associate of Arts - Accounting

Missouri Valley College

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