Ella Diznab
@elladiznab
CPA and experienced accountant driving accurate financial controls and ERP transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Certified Public Accountant with strong experience in audit, general ledger accounting, and ERP implementations across public and private sectors.
I have led and executed audit engagements, supervised teams, and delivered high-quality workpapers and SOX documentation while building strong client relationships.
In corporate accounting roles I have managed month-end and year-end close, prepared SEC schedules, maintained journal entries, and implemented process improvements to strengthen reconciliations and controls.
I thrive on improving financial processes, supporting ERP transformations, and ensuring GAAP compliance for emerging business units.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accountant
Verra Mobility
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger and SOX control documentation, assist with balance sheet reconciliations and audits, and lead ERP transformation and GAAP-compliant procedure creation for an emerging business unit.
Experienced Assurance Associate
RSM US LLP
Apr 2024 - Aug 2024 (4 months)
Led and executed audit engagements, directed planning and risk assessment, supervised and mentored audit teams, and served as primary client contact to ensure audits met professional standards.
Assurance Associate
RSM US LLP
Oct 2023 - Apr 2024 (6 months)
Performed audit procedures to obtain appropriate evidence, documented professional skepticism, identified and assessed misstatements and risks, and communicated findings with the engagement team.
Staff Accountant
Daktronics
Feb 2023 - Oct 2023 (8 months)
Supported month/quarter/year-end close, maintained journal entries and general ledger, prepared SEC reporting and audit documents, and analyzed budgets and expense reports.
Accounting Intern
Daktronics
May 2022 - Feb 2023 (9 months)
Assisted with financial close processes, maintained journal entries and reconciliations, prepared SEC filing schedules, and supported financial statement preparation and publication.
Tax Intern
Eide Bailly LLP
Jan 2022 - May 2022 (4 months)
Supported tax preparers in individual and corporate tax return preparation by gathering client information and assisting with accurate tax filings.
Relationship Banker
Huntington National Bank
Aug 2018 - Feb 2022 (3 years 6 months)
Assessed customer financial needs, prepared proposals to sell banking services, addressed account concerns, and received multiple customer service awards for performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Dakota
Master of Professional Accountancy, Professional Accountancy
Grade: 4.0 GPA
Activities and societies: Dean's List (Fall 2018 – Spring 2021)
Completed a Master of Professional Accountancy with a 4.0 GPA, graduating in May 2023.
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Grade: 4.0 GPA
Activities and societies: Dean's List (Fall 2018 – Spring 2021)
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting with a minor in Legal Studies in Business and a 4.0 GPA, graduating in May 2022.
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