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Joe Schmid

Western Springs

Summary

With a proven track record at Deloitte & Touche LLP, I excel in financial statement analysis and fostering team collaboration. My expertise in GAAP, coupled with a knack for project management and complex technical accounting matters, has significantly enhanced audit quality and efficiency. Recognized for developing talent and driving continuous improvement, I embody leadership and technical acumen.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audit & Assurance Senior Manager

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive audit plans to address key risks and compliance requirements, resulting in reduced errors and omissions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in US GAAP and PCAOB standards, applying up-to-date knowledge to enhance the quality of audits performed.
  • Assisted clients with financial statement preparation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency in disclosures.
  • Conducted analytical reviews of clients'' financial performance trends, providing insights into areas requiring attention or further investigation.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assessed quality of finished products with careful inspections.
  • Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Delivered high-quality service on time-sensitive engagements by employing project management skills such as resource allocation planning.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process evaluations and implementation of best practices within the assurance department.
  • Managed client expectations effectively by setting clear timelines and providing regular status updates on ongoing projects.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments such as tax and advisory to ensure seamless service delivery across multiple engagements for shared clients.
  • Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders through clear communication, active listening, and prompt resolution of concerns or issues raised during audits.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous audit projects, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.

Audit & Assurance Manager

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2017 - 08.2020
  • Assessed existing policies and procedures to meet goals and objectives and encourage on-time reviews.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted analysis and corrective actions to facilitate incident investigations.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in managing diverse projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of professionalism under pressure situations.
  • Mentored junior auditors to foster professional growth and development within the team.
  • Supported audit preparation through research, analysis and presentation development.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.

Audit & Assurance Senior

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Demonstrated expertise in US GAAP and PCAOB standards, applying up-to-date knowledge to enhance the quality of audits performed.
  • Developed comprehensive audit plans to address key risks and compliance requirements, resulting in reduced errors and omissions.
  • Assisted clients with financial statement preparation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency in disclosures.
  • Conducted analytical reviews of clients'' financial performance trends, providing insights into areas requiring attention or further investigation.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Audit & Assurance Staff

Deloitte & Touche LLP
09.2012 - 08.2014
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2011

Skills

  • Financial statement analysis
  • GAAP and IFRS accounting proficiency
  • Real estate industry expertise
  • Staff training and development
  • Internal controls
  • Project management experience
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Audit & Assurance Senior Manager

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2020 - Current

Audit & Assurance Manager

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2017 - 08.2020

Audit & Assurance Senior

Deloitte & Touche LLP
08.2014 - 08.2017

Audit & Assurance Staff

Deloitte & Touche LLP
09.2012 - 08.2014

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting

Michigan State University
Joe Schmid