John Corkern, CPA
Brandon,MS
Summary
Audit Supervisor at HORNE LLP with a proven track record in financial statement auditing and employee supervision. Expert in risk assessment and regulatory compliance, delivering high-quality audit reports that enhance client satisfaction. Skilled in coaching and mentoring teams, fostering continuous improvement, and implementing effective internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Supervisor
HORNE LLP
08.2025 - Current
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant issues and business implications.
- Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Coordinated with auditors for preliminary and year-end auditing activities.
- Ensured compliance with regulations, identifying discrepancies and providing corrective action plans.
- Coordinated resources effectively to ensure smooth execution of the audit plan while minimizing disruption to client operations.
- Maintained communication clients throughout auditing process to deliver status updates.
- Delivered high-quality audit reports on time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.
- Strengthened client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally throughout the auditing process.
- Performed detailed analytics on financial data to detect anomalies indicative of potential issues or control weaknesses.
- Reviewed audited financial, operational and regulatory compliance deficiencies and conducted follow-ups.
- Supervised and guided at least 5 employees during audits to safeguard accuracy.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring accurate application of accounting standards during audits.
Senior Audit Associate
HORNE LLP
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Identified potential risk areas and provided recommendations to mitigate risks, protecting clients from potential financial loss.
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies and recommending critical changes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles and industry standards, providing expert guidance during audits.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication tactics and reliable service delivery.
- Performed detailed testing on revenue recognition policies, validating accuracy of reported earnings for clients.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans to address high-risk areas, improving overall effectiveness of audits conducted.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management detailing audit findings, recommendations, and action plans for improvement.
- Employed expertise in auditing, accounting and generally accepted principles to accurately assess records.
- Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting, identifying weaknesses and proposing process improvements to strengthen controls.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-2021
Skills
- Financial statement auditing
- Employee supervision
- Coaching and mentoring
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Training personnel
- Audit oversight
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Internal control evaluation
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Audit Supervisor
HORNE LLP
08.2025 - Current
Senior Audit Associate
HORNE LLP
01.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Mississippi College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Hinds Community College
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