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emily m. reich cpa/abv, cff

xxx-xxx-xxxx 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000 abc@xyz.com

highly proficient, quality-focused forensic accountant eager to contribute leadership and expertise toward actively supporting a dynamic organization in optimizing operational performance.

 

profile

ø  offer approximately 20 years progressive accounting experience, including extensive experience in forensic accounting.

ø  comprehensive background in tracing, identification and recovery of assets, as well as conducting comparative and pro forma analyses.

ø  effectively define, develop and implement targeted action plans to maximize operational productivity, efficiency and profitability.

ø  proactive leader who successfully develops, mentors and leads top-performing teams and creates a collaborative environment conducive to achieving high levels of employee retention and job satisfaction.

ø  proven value and dedication as a team member, as demonstrated by longevity and progression throughout career.

ø  exceptional ability to research and evaluate industry trends and competitors and use findings toward designing and executing innovative strategies.

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, relationship building and problem-solving abilities.

ø  excel at interacting with broad populations including senior management, staff, clients and legal professionals.

ø  proven ability to develop and manage work programs to meet/exceed needs, deadlines and goals.

ø  successfully reconstruct financial statements utilizing forensic accounting techniques.

ø  identify, establish, and manage strategic relationships to leverage significant long term business opportunities.

 

professional experience

self-employed                                                                                                                  2008-present

forensic accountant

 

partner, white, zuckerman, warsavsky, luna, wolf & hunt llp                                   1999-2008
partner, forensic accountant

 

career highlights

 

  contribute dynamic leadership skills in managing department with grossing over $1m annual collections including $600k of self-generated business.

  apply expertise in trial practices and procedures in providing litigation support services in family law and commercial cases including extensive testimony at trial, depositions in multiple jurisdictions and mediation/arbitration.

  conduct comprehensive review and analysis of documents and depositions to identify information related to key damage issues and proficiently prepare oral and written reports for clients, attorneys, colleagues and court, demonstrating exceptional prioritizing and multitasking abilities in achieving goals and timelines.

 

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career highlights

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  exhibit detail orientation and analytical skills in properly characterizing property as community or separate property, tracing assets to determine source and uses of funds in dissolutions, determining cash flow available for support, computing standard of living reports and preparing business appraisals in connection with commercial litigation and marital dissolutions.

  supervise, mentor and motivate 6-8 staff members, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

  demonstrate solid understanding of accounting practices and principles in effectively handling all aspects of income taxation including minimizing income taxes for both business enterprises and individuals.

  successfully interpret and explain the underlying financial aspects of engagement, critical to ensuring counsel adequately understand relevant business issues.

 

prior experience

 

accountant - self-employed; 1998-1999
manager - getzoff accounting and forensic corporation; 1997-1998

manager - edward white & co.; 1990-1997
associate - crowe, gervais & co.; 1989-1990

 

education

bachelor of arts in accounting - university of puget sound (tacoma, wa)

 

professional development/training

certified public accountant - licensed in california

accreditation in business valuation - american institute of certified public accountants

certified in financial forensics - american institute of certified public accountants

select courses in master's tax program - california state university, northridge

 

professional affiliations

member - american institute of certified public accountants

member - california society of certified public accountants

associate member - association of certified fraud examiners

past treasurer - la shanti charity
founding member & past treasurer - women's leadership council

 

publication

co-author - the 1040 handbook, a guide to income and discovery for the family law section of the american bar association