Sepideh Elyakamal
Los Angeles
Summary
Detail-oriented Audit Supervisor recognized for delivering high-quality audit services and ensuring GAAP compliance. Expertise in leading audit engagements and managing teams to drive efficiency and address client concerns proactively. Continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes through technology and innovation while maintaining the highest ethical standards in financial reporting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Supervisor
RSM US LLP
Los Angeles
08.2021 - 05.2026
- Supervise audit associates/senior associates and monitor and review work product to provide timely, high quality client services including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
- Manage multiple engagement teams and function as an in-charge facilitating fieldwork by monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each engagement and anticipate and address client concerns.
- Identify and communicate accounting and audit matters to the engagement managers and partners and anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise.
Senior Audit Associate
RSM US LLP
Los Angeles
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducted detailed financial audits for diverse clients, ensuring compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements for diverse clients across multiple industries.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential financial discrepancies.
- Monitored progress against established timelines for completion of audit activities.
- Facilitated communication between the audit team and client management to ensure clear understanding of audit objectives and findings and collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure proper coordination of efforts.
Audit Associate
RSM US LLP
Los Angeles
11.2017 - 07.2019
- Conducted financial audits of clients' records, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger transactions.
- Reviewed management's reports to identify discrepancies or irregularities in accounting practices.
- Utilized audit software and tools to gather, analyze, and document financial data and transactions.
- Supported the audit team in developing audit schedules and timelines to ensure timely completion of audit engagements.
Audit Intern
RSM US LLP
Los Angeles
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Collaborated with team members to prepare detailed audit reports.
- Worked under supervision of auditors to develop working knowledge of company's audit approach, tools and methods.
- Maintained accurate documentation of audit findings and client communications.
- Conducted research on regulatory changes affecting client operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy: Professional Accountancy
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12-2016
Associate of Arts - General Science
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA08-2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social And Behavioral Science
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA08-2014
Skills
- Financial auditing and reporting
- GAAP compliance
- Risk assessment analysis
- Client relationship management
- Project and team management
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Data analysis
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Internal controls
Languages
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Accounting Association (2015-2016)
- Beta Alpha Psi (2015-2016)
- Math Tutor (2010-Present)
- Volunteer, Tomchei Shabbos of Los Angeles (2008-Present)
Timeline
Audit Supervisor
RSM US LLP
08.2021 - 05.2026
Senior Audit Associate
RSM US LLP
08.2019 - 07.2021
Audit Associate
RSM US LLP
11.2017 - 07.2019
Audit Intern
RSM US LLP
01.2016 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy: Professional Accountancy
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - General Science
Santa Monica College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social And Behavioral Science
Santa Monica College