Shanna Loos
Pullenvale
Summary
Assistant Manager with 2+ years experience in External Audit at a Big 4 firm. Commenced as a graduate and now looking to transition to a role in Corporate Accounting. Experience includes audit of PPE, HR, Revenue and Leases accounts. Will positively contribute to the culture as a fellow NRL supporter.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager - External Audit
KPMG
Brisbane, QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Strong focus on audit of business processes such as PPE, HR, Revenue and Leases.
- Allocating and coaching junior team members across a wide range of different audit procedures.
- Working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, remaining approachable to provide support/guidance to the team when needed.
- Exposure to various clients and industries, with a strong focus on corporate businesses.
- Frequently communicating and developing relationships with key client contacts, providing updates on current status of the audit.
- Demonstrating resilience by maintaining audit quality in a fast-paced, high stress work environment.
- Learning and adapting to new software systems as well as gaining a thorough understanding of various systems used by clients (e.g. Xero, SAP).
- Preparing and improving work papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Providing audit operational support on engagements with the focus on the preparation, delivery, reporting and evaluation of the results of the audit engagement
- Completion of AUP's, ensuring that clients are complying with the relevant standards.
- Gaining a thorough understanding of client's business processes and advising what controls could be implemented to reduce the risk of fraud.
- Member of the Culture Committee, responsible for planning and organising events
Senior Analyst - External Audit
KPMG
07.2022 - 06.2023
Analyst - External Audit
KPMG
02.2021 - 06.2022
Vacationer - Audit & Assurance
Deloitte
Brisbane, QLD
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Gained exposure to two teams during the program, both within the Global Mid Markets division.
- Preliminary testing of business financials in alignment with contracts and AASB standards as well as assisting the teams where possible throughout the audit process.
Undergraduate Accountant
Alands Accountants
Brisbane, QLD
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Preparation of financial statements, income tax returns and BAS statements.
- Gained knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
- Developed technical knowledge through combination of workplace learning and University studies.
- Ability to manage time effectively whilst completing work for multiple different clients.
- Communicated queries to clients in a timely manner.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand
02.2024
Bachelors of Commerce/Economics - Accounting
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD12.2020
Skills
- Ability to manage time effectively, balancing demanding workload whilst completing CA certification
- Demonstrating respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to new situations under busy conditions whilst meeting tight deadlines
- Confident leader and team player
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (excel)
Interests/Hobbies
- Scuba diving
- Camping
- Watching the footy
- Travel
Timeline
Assistant Manager - External Audit
KPMG
07.2023 - Current
Senior Analyst - External Audit
KPMG
07.2022 - 06.2023
Analyst - External Audit
KPMG
02.2021 - 06.2022
Vacationer - Audit & Assurance
Deloitte
01.2020 - 02.2020
Undergraduate Accountant
Alands Accountants
08.2017 - 09.2019
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand
Bachelors of Commerce/Economics - Accounting
University of Queensland