Kailyn Southerland

Served as instructor of record for undergraduate Managerial Accounting courses. Designed and delivered lectures covering budgeting, variance analysis, cost behavior, CVP analysis, performance measurement, and managerial decision-making. Developed examinations, assignments, grading rubrics, and course materials.

Lecturer – Managerial Accounting - Texas Tech University - Lubbock, Texas

(2025-06 - 2026-06)

• Served as instructor of record for undergraduate Managerial Accounting courses.
• Designed and delivered lectures covering budgeting, variance analysis, cost behavior, CVP analysis, performance measurement, and managerial decision-making.
• Developed examinations, assignments, grading rubrics, and course materials.
• Assessed student learning and provided individualized feedback.
• Managed course administration and classroom operations.

Accounting Research Assistant - Texas Tech University - Lubbock, Texas

(2024-08 - 2026-06)

• Conducted research involving cybersecurity, taxation, auditing, finance, and accounting theory.
• Built and maintained research databases from multiple sources.
• Managed and analyzed large-scale financial and accounting datasets.
• Performed statistical analyses and empirical testing using Python and STATA.
• Conducted literature reviews and synthesized findings from academic research.
• Assisted with research design, manuscript preparation, and presentation development.
• Research Topics: Cybersecurity, Auditing, Taxation, Financial Reporting, Corporate Governance, and Finance.

Accounting Research Assistant - Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

(2023-08 - 2024-01)

• Assisted faculty with accounting research projects.
• Conducted literature reviews and synthesized academic findings.
• Collected, cleaned, and analyzed research data.
• Developed proficiency in Python and STATA for empirical research applications.
• Supported manuscript preparation and research presentations.
• Research Topics: Auditing, Accounting Theory, and Data Analytics.

Teaching Graduate Assistant - Stephen F. Austin State University - Nacogdoches, Texas

(2022-01 - 2022-08)

• Reviewed students' degree audits and advising concerns.
• Assisted with departmental operations and academic events.
• Proctored examinations and supported student services.

Tax Preparer - Axley & Rode, LLP - Lufkin, Texas

(2021-02 - 2021-04)

• Prepared tax returns in compliance with regulations and firm policies.
• Maintained confidentiality of client financial information.
• Communicated professionally with clients regarding documentation.
• Utilized IRS-issued Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) to prepare individual tax returns.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Information Technology Concentration - Texas Tech University (2027-05)

Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (MSIS) - Texas Tech University (2027-05)

Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAcc) - Stephen F.

Austin State

University (2023-05)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting (BBA) - Accounting - Stephen F.

Austin State

University (2023-05)