Daryl Ashley, MBA
ACCOUNTING MANAGER/FORENSIC ACCOUNTANT
Phone:
909-921-4707
Email:
Address:
284 San Rafael Pl.
St. George, UT 84790
Hello! I'm Daryl
Experienced Accounting Manager/Forensic Accountant with 20 years of proven organizational, leadership, and analytical skills honed at Farmer's Insurance and the FBI. Specialty in project management.
EXPERIENCE
2003- 2020 and 2022-PRESENT
FARMER'S INSURANCE GROUP/ZURICH INT'L
/Operations Manager/
Special Projects Manager
Key responsibilities:
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Successfully lead integration of MetLife Property & Casualty internal controls documentation:
- Planned scope of project, approved by sr. management
- Conducted in-depth walkthroughs of in-scope processes
w/identified subject matter experts
- Identified risks and developed controls to mitigate those risks
- Documented processes, flowcharts & narratives
- Prepared application summaries for in-scope legacy
and third-party applications
- Upon successful completion of project, transitioned to ICFR
Operations Team
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Ensure internal controls documentation (SOX) standards
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Planned/coordinated quarterly ICFR Compliance & Certification Process
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Identified, documented, remediated financial control deficiencies across organization
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Trusted advisor to management, external auditor and Department of Insurance (DOI) California
April 2020-May 2022
Forensic Analyst
FEDERAL BUREAU of INVESTIGATION
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Independently performed forensic examinations and analysis of complex and sophisticated financial records by utilizing accounting, auditing, analytical, technical and investigative skills
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Planned and facilitated financial investigations in cooperation with case agents, attorneys and other entities
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Conducted complex analyses and compiled findings to produce financial investigative reports and exhibits.
EDUCATION
2021
Member of ACFE
2017-2019
Master's Degree
CERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER
Active member of ACFE since 2021
UNIVERSITY of LaVERNE
MBA Graduate - MBA Program- Emphasis in Accounting
Graduated June 2019
1999-2003
Bachelor's Degree
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Riverside
Bachelor's of Science Business Administration with Accounting Emphasis
Graduated 2003
EXPERTISE
LEADERSHIP
As a seasoned professional, I have been fortunate to have held an array of leadership positions throughout my career, each one providing me with invaluable experience and growth opportunities. One such position was my role as the Internal Controls Operations Manager at Farmer's Insurance, where I had the privilege of leading a team of highly skilled accountants. Together, we worked tirelessly to identify and mitigate internal control risks, ensuring the company's financial stability and success. With my proven track record of effective leadership and strategic decision-making, I am confident that I can bring exceptional value to any organization in need of a dedicated and results-driven leader.
FRAUD EXAMINER
My expertise in forensic accounting, coupled with my prestigious certification as a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE designation), is a testament to my depth of knowledge and skills in the field. Throughout my tenure as a member of the FBI, I achieved high-level security clearances and had the privilege of collaborating with law enforcement agencies across the nation. My contributions to identifying instances of fraud have been instrumental in upholding the integrity of financial systems and protecting countless individuals and organizations from financial harm. As a result of my unwavering commitment to excellence, I am confident that I can deliver exceptional results in any setting, no matter how complex or challenging the situation.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
With a proven track record of success, I have had the privilege of spearheading the high-profile MetLife Property & Casualty project, integrating the internal controls documentation of the business which was acquired by Farmer's Insurance. In my role as project lead, I employed my extensive experience to develop a comprehensive project plan, expertly coordinated the necessary walkthroughs of the in-scope process, and deftly identified and mitigated any potential risks. Despite facing extreme time constraints, I successfully delivered the project on time and within budget, earning the admiration and appreciation of both my colleagues and superiors. As a testament to my exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to excellence, I was recognized with a spot bonus.