REGINA JONES HILL
6714 Murphy Farm Phone: (334) 718-6263
San Antonio, TX 78239 reginaejhill@yahoo.com
Citizenship: United States of America
OBJECTIVE
My well rounded mid-career experience, training and education have prepared me for a
leadership role in accounting and auditing management.
EDUCATION
DEGREE: M.B.A.
MAJOR: Business Administration– Concentration in Accounting
Texas Woman’s University, Denton, Texas
DEGREE: B.S.
MAJOR: ACCOUNTING
Alabama A&M University, Huntsville, Alabama
CERTIFICATIONS
CPA CANDIDATE
CERTIFIED DEFENSE FINANCIAL MANAGER (CDFM)
ACCREDITED FINANCIAL COUNSELOR (AFC)
NASD Series 7 & 63 (2000-2004)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR 05/2013-Present
U.S. Army Reserve Command, Ft. Sam Houston, TX 40 hours per week
Supervisor: LTC Burnie L. Roper, (210) 365-7271, May Contact
• Serve as Auditor, managing an Internal Review and Audit Compliance function for the
United States Army Reserve Command - The Internal Review Team plans, monitors and
assesses the Agency’s operations, programs and projects.
• Provide support in the establishing of standards, procedures and in the conduct of formal
Reviews and Assessments for the operation of 60 Units
• Work closely with team members to acquire information necessary to complete an audit
• Engaged in designing, implementing and assessing internal controls, operations and
systems to address the efficiency with which funds are obligated, transferred, controlled,
and reported
• Conduct assessments of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR),
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Including the development of the assessment plan, evaluation of internal control risks,
testing of internal controls, and tracking the status of corrective actions for internal control
findings
• Lead a wide array of internal control and audit remediation activities – My major duties
require (a) sound judgement and rationale in making decisions and problem solving (b)
interaction with others to collectively resolve problems, accomplish mutual goals, and
foster an atmosphere of trust (c) delivery of quality services, and (d) delivery of products
that are accurate, thorough, and complete.
• Administer the Army’s Manager’s Internal Control Program (MICP), in accordance with
AR
11-2, Management Control for the command – This program allows for an evaluation of
management’s oversight of its compliance program, including policies, procedures,
controls, and staff expertise and training. It identifies MICP Material Weaknesses, issues
and concerns identified by external audits.
• Prepare an Annual Statement of Assurance
• Develop a Five-Year Internal Control Evaluation Plan
• Act as the principal liaison office for external audit agencies, including the General
Accounting Office (GAO), IG, Department of Defense and U.S. Army Audit Agency
(USAAA)
• Manage the Audit Readiness functions that include demonstrating a reasonable
assurance
that key financial controls are in place, are working as intended, and are ready for review
by an independent audit agency
• Prepare, manage, and execute the Commander’s Annual Internal Review Audit Plan to
ensure Internal Review resources are prioritized and effectively used and material benefits
identified
• Perform Quality Assurance visits at Direct Reporting Units
• Strong personal computer skills, primarily in the areas of financial spreadsheets,
database
management, as well as presentation formats
FINANCIAL COUNSELOR, Contractor 02/2009 –2013
MHN Government Services/Zieders, Inc., San Antonio, Texas 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Sandra Jean, (786) 206-4588, May Contact
• Supported the Military and Family Life Counseling Program (MFLC) and provided
assistance to military service members (and their families) with personal financial
readiness services
• Provided personal and family financial counseling, planning, education, information
awareness services
• Made appropriate referrals, and assistance to applicable military families to assist with
establishing a basic level of financial literacy and good financial behavior and habits
• Assisted service members with retirement, tax, and estate planning
• Identified immediate and long range measures to increase income, reduce household
expenditures, and avoid additional financial burdens
• Worked with soldiers to establish a personal budget and financial planning to reduce,
eliminate, and avoid debt and to achieve solvency and stability
• Taught Service members (and their families) money management techniques which
assisted in financial planning
• Educated Service Members regarding Consumer Protection Laws
• Taught Financial Management Classes
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ASSISTANT CONTROLLER 01/2008 – 12/2008
Millennium State Bank, Dallas, TX 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Lance Bigham, (972) 800-0655, May Contact
• Assisted the Controller/Manager in managing department with areas of responsibility
including supervisory role and personnel development
• Established and maintained the Bank's fiscal record keeping system by utilizing
generally
accepted accounting principles; adhered to tax laws and federal regulations in the
presentation of the financial position of the Bank
• Ensured department activities ran smoothly and efficiently; provided leadership, training
and supervision within the department; provided a high level of customer relations and
service
• Prepared various financial statements in compliance with regulations and presented the
statements to the controller, board of directors, or any other commanding person or
authority
• Actively involved in the budgeting process for the organization as a whole
• Oversaw the processes of opening accounts, transferring funds and other banking
activities
• Calculated various taxes such as property tax and sales tax.; completed tax forms and
submitted them to the administration or federal agencies
• Performed accurate assessment of taxes and consistently demonstrated knowledge of
the taxation rules laid by the government authorities
• Responsible for the coordination of audits by Bank Regulatory Agencies
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT 06/2007 – 12/2007
Izzy Design Corporation, Belton, Texas 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Patricia Havelka, (254) 939-3517, May Contact
• Managed and reconciled General Ledger Accounts
• Assisted Controller with the Month-End Close Process
• Prepared Sales & Use Tax Returns and corresponding journal entries
• Accountable for all Fix Assets and corresponding journal entries
• Worked closely with department heads to establish budget objectives, analyzed needs,
and developed current and long-range plans for purchases, requests, expenses, salaries,
equipment, and supplies
• Prepared the monthly Financial Package for owners
• Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing/billing, collections, and bank
statement reconciliations
FINANCIAL ANALYST 03/2006 – 03/2007
Enterprise Electronics Corporation, Enterprise, AL 40 hours per week
(334) 347-3478, May Contact
• Contributed to the Monthly Revenue Recognition Process in a manufacturing
environment
• Prepared financial analyses of operations, including interim and year-end financial
statements with supporting schedules for management’s guidance
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• Accountable for the conduct of the company’s relationships with lending institutions and
the financial community
• Maintained fiscal records, prepared and analyzed monthly Financial Statements
including
Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement and Statement of Cash Flows
• Supported Project Managers with budgeting and revenue recognition
• Posted and analyzed general ledger entries and prepared Bank Reconciliations
• Oversaw the monthly review of actual performance against budgeted goals, identified
variances, and ensured corrective measures were promptly implemented
• Analyzed and coordinated new fiscal year departmental requests based on business
goals
and made recommendations to managers for plans of action
• Managed Fixed Assets
ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR 11/2002 – 02/2006
First Tuskegee Bank, Montgomery, AL 40 hours per wee
Supervisor: David Dalling, (334) 262-0800, May Contact
• Maintained the General Ledger and all reconciliations
• Examined documentation or performed reconciliations requiring an analysis of
adjustments
to financial data and submitted corrective entries
• Developed and maintained accounting practices and procedures to produce accurate
and
timely financial statements
• Supported budget and forecast activities
• Supervised five Senior Accountants ensuring that work was properly allocated and
completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Designed, implemented, and assessed internal control operations and systems to
address
the efficiency of operations
• Performed branch operational audits, reviewed accounting controls and procedures,
responded to audit findings and prepared process improvement plans to enhance
proficiency
• Coordinated work with external auditors regarding annual Federal Bank Regulatory
audits
• Managed monthly Bank-owned investment reporting
• Strong understanding of accounting and the components of a balance sheet and income
Statement
• Assisted Controller with Federal Regulatory Reporting
INVESTMENT REPRESENTATIVE 10/2000 – 10/2002
Edward Jones, Dothan, Al 40 hours per week
• Provided investment advice and services to clients through demonstrated knowledge of
investment practices and principles
• Built business by identifying and cultivating prospective clients
• Assisted clients in determining financial and investment needs
• Recommended suitable financial products for clients’ portfolios
• NASD Series 7 & 63
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FINANCE DIRECTOR 06/1991 – 09/2000
Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging, Dothan, AL 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Robert Crowder, (334) 793-6843, May Contact
• Overall management of the financial operations of the organization; involved in planning,
organizing and controlling financial resources
• Supervised an accounting staff of four (Payroll, Payables, Receivables)
• Prepared financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards
using Fund Accounting
• Engaged in designing, implementing, and assessing internal control operations and
systems to address the efficiency and economy with which funds were obligated,
transferred, controlled, and reported
• Monitored the Agency’s budget execution and system(s)
• Applied existing, new, or revised accounting principles and concepts
• Developed, implemented, maintained, and documented internal accounting policies and
procedures to meet changing requirements
• Monitored and determined the type and source of information needed to complete
transactions
• Validated transactions and performed research to resolve inconsistencies
• Formulated, implemented, administered, reviewed and evaluated the agency’s
accounting
policies for financial management and accounting operations
• Performed financial, (OMB Circular A-133) and compliance audits of non-profit grantees
• Presented monthly Financial Reports to the Board of Directors for approval
• Responsible for coordinating quarterly and annual audits by Local, State, and Federal
Governmental Agencies and Certified Public Accounting Firm
• Advised the Executive Director on fund management, financial management problems,
procedures, methods and systems to ensure adherence to Federal Regulation
• Strong understanding of accounting and the components of a balance sheet and income
statement
TAX AUDIT SPECIALIST 11/1989-06/1991
State of Florida, Department of Revenue, Tallahassee, FL 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Mark Zych, (859) 488-2576, May Contact
• Worked with the State Assistant Attorney General’s Office to identity and resolve
inconsistent positions, procedures, or issues through regulations, litigation or legislation
• Reviewed audits to measure the degree of compliance with State Sales & Use Tax
Regulations
• Interpreted and applied laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to Sales & Use
Tax Audit Reviews
• Provided technical and procedural guidance to auditors after Reviews
• Disseminated information as appropriate for resolving disputed cases
• Prepared reports to include a Written Decision to taxpayers and representatives
regarding
the outcome of Audit Review
• Presented briefings, reports and recommendations to the State Assistant Attorney
General
in support of decisions
• Worked independently, with minimal supervision, under tight deadlines
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REVENUE AGENT 01/1987-09/1989
Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Atlanta, GA 40 hours per week
Supervisor: Jim Kelly, May Contact
• Conducted field audits and examinations of federal income tax returns of
sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations
• Researched, analyzed, interpreted and applied federal tax laws (Internal Revenue
Code),
regulations, practices and procedures
• Prepared working papers and verified reports against source documents and records
• Interpreted and applied accounting and audit principles to assignments (tax returns)
• Examined documents to determine if information was supported in accordance with
pertinent laws policies, procedures, and practices
• Communicated legal, regulatory, and technical financial subjects with senior
management through both oral presentations and written reports in support of
audit results
• Conferred with taxpayer and/or representative with regards to audit results
• Worked independently, with minimal supervision, under tight deadlines
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information on and
attached to this application is true, correct, complete and made in good faith. I
understand that false or fraudulent information on or attached to this application
may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work, and may be
punishable by fine or imprisonment. I understand that any information I give may be
investigated.

REGINA JONES PROFESSIONAL RESUME

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    REGINA JONES HILL 6714Murphy Farm Phone: (334) 718-6263 San Antonio, TX 78239 reginaejhill@yahoo.com Citizenship: United States of America OBJECTIVE My well rounded mid-career experience, training and education have prepared me for a leadership role in accounting and auditing management. EDUCATION DEGREE: M.B.A. MAJOR: Business Administration– Concentration in Accounting Texas Woman’s University, Denton, Texas DEGREE: B.S. MAJOR: ACCOUNTING Alabama A&M University, Huntsville, Alabama CERTIFICATIONS CPA CANDIDATE CERTIFIED DEFENSE FINANCIAL MANAGER (CDFM) ACCREDITED FINANCIAL COUNSELOR (AFC) NASD Series 7 & 63 (2000-2004) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR 05/2013-Present U.S. Army Reserve Command, Ft. Sam Houston, TX 40 hours per week Supervisor: LTC Burnie L. Roper, (210) 365-7271, May Contact • Serve as Auditor, managing an Internal Review and Audit Compliance function for the United States Army Reserve Command - The Internal Review Team plans, monitors and assesses the Agency’s operations, programs and projects. • Provide support in the establishing of standards, procedures and in the conduct of formal Reviews and Assessments for the operation of 60 Units • Work closely with team members to acquire information necessary to complete an audit • Engaged in designing, implementing and assessing internal controls, operations and systems to address the efficiency with which funds are obligated, transferred, controlled, and reported • Conduct assessments of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR),
  • 2.
    Page 2 REGINAJ. HILL Including the development of the assessment plan, evaluation of internal control risks, testing of internal controls, and tracking the status of corrective actions for internal control findings • Lead a wide array of internal control and audit remediation activities – My major duties require (a) sound judgement and rationale in making decisions and problem solving (b) interaction with others to collectively resolve problems, accomplish mutual goals, and foster an atmosphere of trust (c) delivery of quality services, and (d) delivery of products that are accurate, thorough, and complete. • Administer the Army’s Manager’s Internal Control Program (MICP), in accordance with AR 11-2, Management Control for the command – This program allows for an evaluation of management’s oversight of its compliance program, including policies, procedures, controls, and staff expertise and training. It identifies MICP Material Weaknesses, issues and concerns identified by external audits. • Prepare an Annual Statement of Assurance • Develop a Five-Year Internal Control Evaluation Plan • Act as the principal liaison office for external audit agencies, including the General Accounting Office (GAO), IG, Department of Defense and U.S. Army Audit Agency (USAAA) • Manage the Audit Readiness functions that include demonstrating a reasonable assurance that key financial controls are in place, are working as intended, and are ready for review by an independent audit agency • Prepare, manage, and execute the Commander’s Annual Internal Review Audit Plan to ensure Internal Review resources are prioritized and effectively used and material benefits identified • Perform Quality Assurance visits at Direct Reporting Units • Strong personal computer skills, primarily in the areas of financial spreadsheets, database management, as well as presentation formats FINANCIAL COUNSELOR, Contractor 02/2009 –2013 MHN Government Services/Zieders, Inc., San Antonio, Texas 40 hours per week Supervisor: Sandra Jean, (786) 206-4588, May Contact • Supported the Military and Family Life Counseling Program (MFLC) and provided assistance to military service members (and their families) with personal financial readiness services • Provided personal and family financial counseling, planning, education, information awareness services • Made appropriate referrals, and assistance to applicable military families to assist with establishing a basic level of financial literacy and good financial behavior and habits • Assisted service members with retirement, tax, and estate planning • Identified immediate and long range measures to increase income, reduce household expenditures, and avoid additional financial burdens • Worked with soldiers to establish a personal budget and financial planning to reduce,
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    eliminate, and avoiddebt and to achieve solvency and stability • Taught Service members (and their families) money management techniques which assisted in financial planning • Educated Service Members regarding Consumer Protection Laws • Taught Financial Management Classes Page 3 REGINA JONES HILL ASSISTANT CONTROLLER 01/2008 – 12/2008 Millennium State Bank, Dallas, TX 40 hours per week Supervisor: Lance Bigham, (972) 800-0655, May Contact • Assisted the Controller/Manager in managing department with areas of responsibility including supervisory role and personnel development • Established and maintained the Bank's fiscal record keeping system by utilizing generally accepted accounting principles; adhered to tax laws and federal regulations in the presentation of the financial position of the Bank • Ensured department activities ran smoothly and efficiently; provided leadership, training and supervision within the department; provided a high level of customer relations and service • Prepared various financial statements in compliance with regulations and presented the statements to the controller, board of directors, or any other commanding person or authority • Actively involved in the budgeting process for the organization as a whole • Oversaw the processes of opening accounts, transferring funds and other banking activities • Calculated various taxes such as property tax and sales tax.; completed tax forms and submitted them to the administration or federal agencies • Performed accurate assessment of taxes and consistently demonstrated knowledge of the taxation rules laid by the government authorities • Responsible for the coordination of audits by Bank Regulatory Agencies SENIOR ACCOUNTANT 06/2007 – 12/2007 Izzy Design Corporation, Belton, Texas 40 hours per week Supervisor: Patricia Havelka, (254) 939-3517, May Contact • Managed and reconciled General Ledger Accounts • Assisted Controller with the Month-End Close Process • Prepared Sales & Use Tax Returns and corresponding journal entries • Accountable for all Fix Assets and corresponding journal entries • Worked closely with department heads to establish budget objectives, analyzed needs, and developed current and long-range plans for purchases, requests, expenses, salaries, equipment, and supplies • Prepared the monthly Financial Package for owners • Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing/billing, collections, and bank statement reconciliations
  • 4.
    FINANCIAL ANALYST 03/2006– 03/2007 Enterprise Electronics Corporation, Enterprise, AL 40 hours per week (334) 347-3478, May Contact • Contributed to the Monthly Revenue Recognition Process in a manufacturing environment • Prepared financial analyses of operations, including interim and year-end financial statements with supporting schedules for management’s guidance Page 4 REGINA JONES HILL • Accountable for the conduct of the company’s relationships with lending institutions and the financial community • Maintained fiscal records, prepared and analyzed monthly Financial Statements including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement and Statement of Cash Flows • Supported Project Managers with budgeting and revenue recognition • Posted and analyzed general ledger entries and prepared Bank Reconciliations • Oversaw the monthly review of actual performance against budgeted goals, identified variances, and ensured corrective measures were promptly implemented • Analyzed and coordinated new fiscal year departmental requests based on business goals and made recommendations to managers for plans of action • Managed Fixed Assets ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR 11/2002 – 02/2006 First Tuskegee Bank, Montgomery, AL 40 hours per wee Supervisor: David Dalling, (334) 262-0800, May Contact • Maintained the General Ledger and all reconciliations • Examined documentation or performed reconciliations requiring an analysis of adjustments to financial data and submitted corrective entries • Developed and maintained accounting practices and procedures to produce accurate and timely financial statements • Supported budget and forecast activities • Supervised five Senior Accountants ensuring that work was properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner • Designed, implemented, and assessed internal control operations and systems to address the efficiency of operations • Performed branch operational audits, reviewed accounting controls and procedures, responded to audit findings and prepared process improvement plans to enhance proficiency • Coordinated work with external auditors regarding annual Federal Bank Regulatory audits
  • 5.
    • Managed monthlyBank-owned investment reporting • Strong understanding of accounting and the components of a balance sheet and income Statement • Assisted Controller with Federal Regulatory Reporting INVESTMENT REPRESENTATIVE 10/2000 – 10/2002 Edward Jones, Dothan, Al 40 hours per week • Provided investment advice and services to clients through demonstrated knowledge of investment practices and principles • Built business by identifying and cultivating prospective clients • Assisted clients in determining financial and investment needs • Recommended suitable financial products for clients’ portfolios • NASD Series 7 & 63 Page 5 REGINA JONES HILL FINANCE DIRECTOR 06/1991 – 09/2000 Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging, Dothan, AL 40 hours per week Supervisor: Robert Crowder, (334) 793-6843, May Contact • Overall management of the financial operations of the organization; involved in planning, organizing and controlling financial resources • Supervised an accounting staff of four (Payroll, Payables, Receivables) • Prepared financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards using Fund Accounting • Engaged in designing, implementing, and assessing internal control operations and systems to address the efficiency and economy with which funds were obligated, transferred, controlled, and reported • Monitored the Agency’s budget execution and system(s) • Applied existing, new, or revised accounting principles and concepts • Developed, implemented, maintained, and documented internal accounting policies and procedures to meet changing requirements • Monitored and determined the type and source of information needed to complete transactions • Validated transactions and performed research to resolve inconsistencies • Formulated, implemented, administered, reviewed and evaluated the agency’s accounting policies for financial management and accounting operations • Performed financial, (OMB Circular A-133) and compliance audits of non-profit grantees • Presented monthly Financial Reports to the Board of Directors for approval • Responsible for coordinating quarterly and annual audits by Local, State, and Federal Governmental Agencies and Certified Public Accounting Firm • Advised the Executive Director on fund management, financial management problems, procedures, methods and systems to ensure adherence to Federal Regulation • Strong understanding of accounting and the components of a balance sheet and income
  • 6.
    statement TAX AUDIT SPECIALIST11/1989-06/1991 State of Florida, Department of Revenue, Tallahassee, FL 40 hours per week Supervisor: Mark Zych, (859) 488-2576, May Contact • Worked with the State Assistant Attorney General’s Office to identity and resolve inconsistent positions, procedures, or issues through regulations, litigation or legislation • Reviewed audits to measure the degree of compliance with State Sales & Use Tax Regulations • Interpreted and applied laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to Sales & Use Tax Audit Reviews • Provided technical and procedural guidance to auditors after Reviews • Disseminated information as appropriate for resolving disputed cases • Prepared reports to include a Written Decision to taxpayers and representatives regarding the outcome of Audit Review • Presented briefings, reports and recommendations to the State Assistant Attorney General in support of decisions • Worked independently, with minimal supervision, under tight deadlines • PAGE 6 REGINA JONES HILL REVENUE AGENT 01/1987-09/1989 Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Atlanta, GA 40 hours per week Supervisor: Jim Kelly, May Contact • Conducted field audits and examinations of federal income tax returns of sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations • Researched, analyzed, interpreted and applied federal tax laws (Internal Revenue Code), regulations, practices and procedures • Prepared working papers and verified reports against source documents and records • Interpreted and applied accounting and audit principles to assignments (tax returns) • Examined documents to determine if information was supported in accordance with pertinent laws policies, procedures, and practices • Communicated legal, regulatory, and technical financial subjects with senior management through both oral presentations and written reports in support of audit results • Conferred with taxpayer and/or representative with regards to audit results • Worked independently, with minimal supervision, under tight deadlines
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    APPLICANT CERTIFICATION I certifythat, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information on and attached to this application is true, correct, complete and made in good faith. I understand that false or fraudulent information on or attached to this application may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. I understand that any information I give may be investigated.