Michael Klein

• Executed external audit procedures for multi-billion-dollar hedge fund and private equity clients in EY’s Financial Services practice. • Conducted detailed testing on Level 3 investments, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and AICPA standards. • Leveraged advanced tools like EY Canvas and Alteryx to enhance data analytics and audit efficiency.

• Conducted substantive testing on financial statement line items, ensuring accurate representation of cash balances and receivables. • Documented client business processes and internal controls, identifying risk points to enhance audit planning. • Executed control testing procedures, collaborating with client teams to assess compliance and effectiveness.

• Assisted in auditing hedge fund financial statements, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and AICPA standards. • Executed audit procedures on management fees and NAV calculations, identifying variances through flux analysis. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to process corporate actions, utilizing EY’s methodology and Alteryx for data analytics. • Supported month-end close processes, contributing to timely audit deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

• Led the escheatment process for dormant client accounts, ensuring compliance with state laws. • Processed reversals and reclaimed funds, maintaining detailed audit trails and coordinating with state agencies. • Supported external audits by providing evidence of control operations related to client money segregation and fraud prevention.

• Assist management team in driving sales by providing exceptional customer service • Develop relationships with top customers, asses needs and provide exceptional client service • Maintain and monitor inventory while ensuring proper controls are in place

• Created a digital directory 2,000+ local businesses to assist agents in the promotion of the Greenwich area. • Maintained digital content on the firm’s marketing website. • Circulated promotional advertisements for strategic properties.