melissa mulhollen

Managed activities of assigned audit staff, provided direction for audit programs, evaluated audit progress and performance, and constantly assessed and adjusted audits based on available resources and priorities. Led teams through numerous audits, which ranged in scope from financial management system reviews and undercover payments for services to Grant funds awarded to the local governments. Through in-depth analytical reviews and analysis, the audits identified internal control weaknesses; major deficiencies in the management and accounting for grant funds by Local governments; and wasteful spending at both internal and external events. Independently developed several office-wide templates, including audit programs, worksheets, and quality assurance checklists; developed curriculum and conducted training; and led efforts to redesign the grant audit program based on technical expertise. Performance Awards 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011.

Participated in all phases of multiple audits; including researching criteria and prior audits, developing survey and audit programs, leading site visits and critical interviews, performing audit testing, preparing audit documentation and briefing high level internal and external management, and identifying, developing, and preparing audit findings. Naval Audit Service Special Act Award 2004.

* The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is a Cabinet department in the United States government whose mission is: to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law * to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic * to provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime * to seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior * and to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans.

Effectively managed multiple teams, including civilians and contractors, through performance and financial audits, including reviews of Gifts and Nonappropriated Funds at the U.S. Military Academies and required financial statement (CFO) audits. Ensured issuance of accurate and timely audit reports that were fair and balanced. Consistently deliver high quality products, including reports and memos, audit planning strategies and budgets, and employee performance appraisals. This includes clearly establishing expectations and regularly evaluating, documenting, and communicating performance for assigned employees, while fostering an environment for growth and success. Demonstrated success of adapting to change, including successfully adjusting for high turnover, effectively managing transitions to new contractors, and leading teams through reorganizations and improvements to audit processes. Nominated for a performance award in the first 6 months.