Brittany Adams

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: brittany.adams@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: brittany.adams.ca

Summary

Led audit engagements for diverse client portfolios, consistently achieving 100% compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards. Over 7 years of experience in public accounting, optimizing financial controls and preparing comprehensive financial statements for multinational corporations and SMEs.

Instrumental in identifying and rectifying discrepancies totaling over €500,000 in client accounts, enhancing financial integrity and reducing risk exposure. Proven ability to manage complex financial analyses, tax planning, and regulatory compliance within fast-paced environments.

Experience

Senior Auditor, KPMG Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2020 – present

• Managed and executed full audit cycles for 10+ key clients annually, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, ensuring adherence to auditing standards (ISA).

• Supervised teams of junior auditors, providing mentorship and performance feedback, resulting in a 15% increase in team efficiency and accuracy.

• Developed and implemented new audit methodologies for revenue recognition, improving detection of potential misstatements by 20%.

• Presented audit findings and recommendations to C-suite executives, fostering strong client relationships and securing repeat engagements.

• Prepared detailed financial statements and disclosures in accordance with IFRS and FRS 102 for various industry sectors.

Audit Associate, PwC Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Aug 2017 – Aug 2020

• Assisted in the execution of financial statement audits for clients in technology and manufacturing sectors, focusing on balance sheet and income statement accounts.

• Performed substantive testing and analytical procedures, identifying control weaknesses and proposing corrective actions.

• Reconciled general ledger accounts and prepared working papers to support audit conclusions, maintaining high standards of documentation.

• Collaborated with senior auditors to finalize audit reports and management letters, contributing to a 98% on-time delivery rate.

• Gained proficiency in audit software (e.g., Caseware) and advanced Excel functions for data analysis and reconciliation.

Education

Dublin City University, BSc in Accounting and Finance -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2013 – June 2017

Chartered Accountants Ireland, ACA in Chartered Accountancy -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2017 – Mar 2020

Skills

Financial Reporting & Analysis: IFRS, GAAP, FRS 102, Financial Statement Preparation, Variance Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting, Management Accounting

Auditing & Compliance: External Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Assessment, Regulatory Compliance, ISA Standards, SOX Compliance, Forensic Accounting Principles

Software & Tools: Caseware, SAP, Oracle Financials, Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word, Tableau

Taxation: Corporate Tax, VAT, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Compliance

Professional Skills: Team Leadership, Client Relationship Management, Project Management, Critical Thinking, Data Interpretation, Presentation Skills