katherine st.clair

* Review SOX Compliance Controls * Coordinate audit processes for internal and external audits * Coordinate and direct Compliance control testing * Work with all departments to identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective action * Develops internal control questionnaires and work programs * Develop policies and procedures to tighten internal controls * Oversee updates to Finance and Accounting Controls documentation. * Coordinates the process of providing documentation requested by auditors * Serves as the primary resource for audits and controls assessments * Evaluate internal controls in areas audited in accordance with generally acceptable accounting principles * Ensure control findings are documented and communicated to upper management * Determine root cause of exceptions observed during audits and develop and communicate sound effective solutions * Prepare management responses to internal & external audit recommendations * Conduct special investigations * Supervise various audit projects

* Responsible for the financial reporting for all Hunt Power companies * Review general ledgers and create consolidated financial statement packages * Prepare and analyze financial statements and prepare analytical report * Prepare quarterly presentations for company management * Prepare regulatory reports for outside regulatory agencies * Assist in both internal and external audits * Prepare and review various types of accounting schedules * Perform special projects as needed * Supervised two staff accountants

* Performed engagement supervision in two industries logistics and constructions * Evaluated and tested processes and related controls * Directed the work performed on SEC client engagements/projects * Reviewed work of staff auditors * Assisted in staff development

* Assisted with establishing audit objectives and scope of work * Lead and performed audit procedures and management consulting for high growth clients * Gained SEC experience with two Financial Service clients (Southside Bancshares, and Thornburg Mortgage), other major clients in Health Care (Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center, Medical Alliance, Inc.) * Assigned and reviewed work of staff auditors * Provided constructive on the job feedback and coaching to staff auditors

* Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles * Knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards * Professional experience includes due diligence, audit and management consulting for dynamic companies * Performed engagement supervision in various industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and benefit plans * Specific training: led demonstration of AWS (E&Y audit software) for new hires * Involvement in on campus recruiting and interviewing entry-level candidates * Industry experience in health care, real estate, benefit plans, manufacturing, government and insurance clients * Conduct personal and professional activities in a manner that promotes the shared values of the firm

* Conduct comprehensive audits of provider claims to source documents * Recalculate claim adjustments based on audit findings * Perform follow-up to recommended corrective action by tracking the timely completion of remediation. * Prepare drafted audit reports. * Participate in discussions with management to explain and evaluate audit findings and adjustments.