IAN STANDFORD
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Auditor with expertise in FIAR methodology, internal controls, and contract audit. Skilled in risk assessment, corrective action development, and audit remediation in complex environments. Knowledgeable in FAR/DFARS compliance and pricing policies. Strengthened internal controls and improved auditability across financial operations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
Amentum
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted process, audits re APS-5 Program, Camp Arifjan, PWS compliance audits, CTIPS
- Developed audit plans, checklists, and reports; completed 2 audits weekly over 8 months across various systems, including hoists, pulleys, wash racks, machinery, vehicles, locks, ammunition, fuel supply, hazmat, tools, taskers, and work orders.
- Identified deficiencies and recommended corrective actions that improved compliance and operational effectiveness.
- Assisted in internal and external audits.
- Trained in Regulation AR11-2, which guarantees that internal controls are established to protect resources, deter fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensure adherence to relevant federal laws and regulations.
- Managed planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes to optimize resource allocation and support mission objectives.
- Detect violations of government statutes or other funding limitations
- Applied knowledge of budget processes, intelligence analysis, and related databases to improve decision-making.
- Coordinates various actions with subordinate commands, staff sections and activity director.
- Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
Contract Auditor
Department of Defense
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Planned and executed DoD audits applying FAR, DFARS, CAS, FIAR, and RMIC frameworks
- Completed two years of DCAA training in RMIC processes, enhancing audit proficiency.
- Performed detailed testing of labor, materials, indirect costs, and billing transactions.
- Prepared audit workpapers, schedules, reconciliations, and draft audit reports.
- Identified internal control weaknesses, recommending targeted remediation strategies to strengthen compliance.
- Led and mentored lower-graded auditors, reviewing documentation for compliance with CBP/OT/TRA standards.
- Applied statistical sampling and analytical techniques to evaluate contractor systems.
Loan Specialist
USDA
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Reviewed loan applications, analyzed eligibility, and prepared recommendations to facilitate outreach and servicing activities.
- Evaluated loan applications for compliance with USDA regulations.
- Assisted clients in understanding loan products and eligibility requirements.
- Facilitated communication between borrowers and lending institutions.
Loan Specialist
SBA
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Processed disaster loans by analyzing financial capacity, reviewing collateral, and ensuring comprehensive documentation for approval.
- Reviewed loan applications for eligibility and compliance with federal regulations.
- Processed various loan types, including home, farm, and business loans.
- Assisted clients in understanding loan products and application requirements.
Offer Examiner
Internal Revenue Service
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Led team assessments and conducted tax investigations to evaluate offers in compromise and analyze financial data.
- Analyzed tax returns for accuracy and compliance with federal regulations
- Reviewed financial documents to identify discrepancies and potential fraud
- Assisted taxpayers in understanding tax obligations through clear communication
Tax Specialist
Internal Revenue Service
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Examined individual and business tax returns, advised taxpayers on compliance, and calculated interest on outstanding liabilities.
- Prepared tax returns for individuals and businesses according to federal regulations.
- Reviewed taxpayer documents for accuracy and compliance with tax laws.
- Assisted in resolving taxpayer inquiries related to account balances and tax liabilities.
Customer Contact Representative
IRS
11.2010 - 08.2016
- Delivered tax compliance support and resolved complex taxpayer issues while training new hires.
- Answered inquiries regarding tax regulations and filing procedures.
- Assisted customers with online account access and password recovery issues.
- Provided information on IRS services and benefits to diverse audiences.
Collections Analyst
AIG
08.2007 - 10.2010
- Processed lockboxes and reconciled accounts for accurate financial reporting and managed wire transfers to facilitate timely transactions.
- Analyzed collections data to identify trends and potential issues.
- Managed accounts receivable to ensure timely payments from clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve collection disputes.
Accounting Executive
Accountemps
08.2006 - 09.2007
- Managed vendor payments and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely reconciliations.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic financial plans for various client projects.
- Managed client relationships, ensuring high-quality service and satisfaction.
Trade & Customs Roles
CARICOM Secretariat & BIDC
01.1993 - 01.2004
- Led trade policy projects and customs valuation workshops, facilitating export certification and conducting international market analysis.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
MBA - International Business
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FLMBA - Taxation
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FLBA - Economics
Queens College
Flushing, NYAssociate of Applied Science - Computer Studies
Barbados Community College
Bridgetown, BarbadosSome College - Project Management
PDI
Georgetown, GuyanaSkills
- Audit Readiness
- Internal controls
- Corrective actions
- Risk Assessment
- Process Mapping
- Financial Analysis
- Reconciliations
- Data management
- Sampling
- Documentation Review
- Cost Accounting
- Vendor Pay Vouchers CIVPAY
- Military supply chain
- FIAR Methodology
- SAP
- Costpoint
- CaseWare
- CTIPS
- MS Office
- AR11-2, GCSS-Army
- RWO
- Documentation Review
Affiliations
- AIMS
- IRS Honors Society of Nova Southeastern University
- NAMBAA of Atlanta
References
- Delores Humphries, IRS, delores.humphries@irs.gov, 4147317234
- Bert Reynolds, Amentum, +965.6066.3368, 318.480.4520, bert.l.reynolds.ctr@army.mil
- Delores Mattick, Former VP AIG, 6468747635, vmatt760@aol.com
Timeline
Quality Technician
Amentum
02.2025 - 09.2025
Contract Auditor
Department of Defense
04.2023 - 02.2025
Loan Specialist
USDA
11.2021 - 04.2023
Loan Specialist
SBA
06.2020 - 11.2021
Offer Examiner
Internal Revenue Service
05.2018 - 06.2020
Tax Specialist
Internal Revenue Service
08.2016 - 03.2017
Customer Contact Representative
IRS
11.2010 - 08.2016
Collections Analyst
AIG
08.2007 - 10.2010
Accounting Executive
Accountemps
08.2006 - 09.2007
Trade & Customs Roles
CARICOM Secretariat & BIDC
01.1993 - 01.2004
MBA - International Business
Nova Southeastern University
MBA - Taxation
Nova Southeastern University
BA - Economics
Queens College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Studies
Barbados Community College
Some College - Project Management
PDI