Ariel Eidlitz

By leveraging strong organizational and writing skills, I contribute to producing clear, effective reports that guide client decision-making. My work emphasizes accuracy and collaboration to meet and exceed client expectations.

Across my 2+ years in audit roles, I’ve developed a reputation for creative problem-solving and analytical precision. My ability to assess complex situations and adapt to dynamic challenges enables my team to navigate nuanced financial landscapes. I am driven to foster a culture of thorough analysis and innovative solutions that strengthen organizational success.

EXPERIENCE

Cesarano & Khan, CPAs Floral Park, NY

Auditor

February 2025 – Present

● Leads a team of auditors that performs the audits, reviews, and compilations for a portfolio of over thirty clients

● Conducts the drafting, review, and signing process of deliverables including management’s representation letter, legal letters, and audit reports

●Mentors audit staff and provides guidance and training to help develop their skills

●Assures the on-time delivery of projects, helps eliminate impediments, and contributes to building a high performing team environment

●Prepares financial statements and provides insight into client operations for continuous improvement

●Analyzes client data to identify complex accounting issues and collaborates with firm partners to reach a resolution

DiMaggio & Roccamo

Tax Associate

Long Island, NY

November 2024 – January 2025

● Collected and recorded data to be used in the preparation of State & Local income tax returns

● Ensured that clients met their tax obligations while assessing and managing the impact of tax on their businesses

● Worked with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data

● Enforced client compliance with all applicable authorities

Giambalvo, Stalzer & Company

Audit Associate Long Island, NY

August 2023 – October 2024

● Supported areas of audits, reviews, compilations, and accounting services

● Provided a methodical review and objective examination of the financial statements and verified specific information as determined by the auditor or as established by general practice

● Tested each operating cycle of an entity, including sales and cash receipts, expenses and cash disbursements, and payroll.

● Assured that the financial statements accurately represented the true financial position of a company

● Cultivated positive working relationships with clients by providing routine updates regarding status of the audit and addressing their questions and concerns

● Developed and executed audit programs by documenting objectives, identifying risks, evaluating controls, and designing test procedures associated with the audit scope

● Recognized problems and proposed solutions, with an appropriate balance between the client's needs and the firm's risk

FORVIS, LLP

New York, NY

Audit Associate July 2022 – July 2023

● Conducted inventory counts at client locations and interviewed client personnel

● Consulted with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data

● Applied and maintained current knowledge of U.S. GAAP and FASB Codifications

● Collaborated with managers, directors, and partners throughout the audit engagement and multi-level review process

● Identified risks and material financial statement areas during planning stages of the audit

● Constructed audit workpapers for the testing of significant financial statement areas, including receivables, payables, equity, revenues, and expenses

AKA Enterprise Solutions

Associate Consultant

New York, NY

June 2019 – April 2020

● Supported senior consultants to professionalize client financial reporting systems

● Worked with clients to redesign and create more efficient business processes

● Configured Microsoft D365 Finance & Operations to meet client requirements

● Assisted team in the implementation of client Enterprise Resource Planning systems for processes such as financial reporting, budget planning configuration, and human resource management

● Facilitated creation of budget planning systems; at times over a compressed time period to meet client timelines and goals

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Capital Group Companies

Irvine, CA

Accounting and Finance Summer Associate

June 2018 – August 2018

● Collaborated with the Finance department to facilitate the preparation of annual financial reporting

● Reconciled financial statements for legal entities during the fiscal year end close

● Revised the prepaid amortization threshold to update prepaid accounts that carried over into the coming fiscal year

EDUCATION

Indiana University, Kelley School of Business 

Bachelor of Science in Business

Major: Accounting/International Business

● Member of the Kelley Living Learning Center

● Global Business Immersion, South Korea

● Maastricht University, Netherlands

SUNY Empire State College Part-time Student 

● Attended classes to reach 150 credits to sit for CPA exam