Donna M Knapp, CPA, CFE, CITP

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Professional Summary:
Manager forensic accounting, litigation support
CPA, CFE and CITP (Certified Information Technology Professional) with
more than 20 years of experience in forensic accounting, litigation
support, data analysis and fraud risk assessment and
investigation
Managed forensic analysis projects and achieved the timely delivery of
forensic reports
Data Analysis skills including Tableau data visualization
Excellent MS Excel skills including data cleanup, Chi Square testing, CAP
analysis
Experienced in reviewing policies, contracts, federal and state laws and
regulations and assessing compliance
Telecommuted on special projects
Core Competencies:
Project Management
Health Care Fraud
Tableau (Data Visualization)
Data Analysis
o MS Visual Studio (ETL | SSIS)
o MS Management Studio
o SQL Queries
o R Programming
Fraud Investigation
Relativity Document Management
Litigation Support
Financial Statement Fraud
Conducting Internal Investigations
Interviewing
Report Writing (used in mediations and hearings)
IDEA Analytics Software
MS Excel; MS Office Suite
Network + and CompTIA A+ training
Tax Software

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Accomplishments:
Built CPA practice from one client to over 200 in less than 5 years
Successfully managed the development of a tax reporting software system with a
combined team of tax, accounting and IT professionals
Successfully implemented the MIP nonprofit software for the Navajo Nation and
the Girl Scouts of America
Designed & Implemented a Fraud Risk Assessment
Analyzed large amounts of data from discovery in a litigation support capacity
and reported on findings
Experience:
Forensic Accounting, Litigation Consultant
RGP
September 2015 Present
Consultant (Finance & Accounting)
Consulting on projects related to policy review, data analysis, internal controls,
fraud assessment & examination and financial reporting
Manager | Forensic Accountant, Litigation
BDO USA, LLP
August 2013 April 2015 San Antonio, TX
Managed data analysis and investigations in business related litigation and fraud
examinations
Analyzed case discovery, reviewed contracts for compliance, and identified
breaches of fiduciary duty or fraud against business assets
Prepared financial analysis reports for mediation and court hearings
Conducted Fraud Risk Assessments
Conducted lost profits analysis and report
Instrumental in the assessment, testing and reporting on security procedures
Presented data analysis findings in a clear and concise format, because I
appreciate the importance of not overwhelming the reader with too many
numbers
Manager | Forensic Accountant, Litigation
Travis Wolff
December 2012 August 2013 San Antonio, TX
Managed data analysis and investigations in business related litigation and fraud
examinations
Analyzed case discovery, reviewed contracts for compliance, and identified
breaches of fiduciary duty or fraud against business assets
Prepared financial analysis reports for mediation and court hearings
Conducted Fraud Risk Assessments
Conducted interviews that were effective in collecting data, because I understand
the significance of asking open ended questions

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Manager | Forensic Accountant, Tax
Kofsky, Hartman & Weinger, PA
September 2008 November 2012 Hollywood, Florida
Reviewed financial statements and issued compilations
Prepared financial analysis for client businesses
Facilitated the development of fraud examination services
Conducted forensic research and analysis of accounting records to detect
irregularities for forensic accounting engagements
Conducted fraud risk assessments
Participated in tax planning and review services
Managed the delivery of projects on time so that clients felt they received the kind
of service they deserve
Shareholder | Forensic Accountant, Tax
DM Knapp CPA PLLC
June 2003 September 2008 Austin, Texas
Built a CPA practice from one client to over 200 in less than 5 years
Assisted clients with the installation of accounting software
Assisted clients with contract review
Provided financial analysis on various business aspects, e.g. loans, leases,
inventory, asset acquisition
Conducted fraud investigations on behalf of clients
Provided small business clients with consulting services in tax and accounting
that ensured their engagement in the process
Accounting Consultant
Sage North America
September 2000 June 2003 Irvine, CA & St Petersburg, FL
Consulted with small to medium size businesses on the benefits of using business
analytics software in business planning and decision-making
Helped channel partners deliver great content and support to prospects and
clients
Accounting Consultant
Micro Information Products
August 1995 September 2000 Austin, Texas Area
Directed a team of accountants in consulting with non-profit organizations on
the benefits of fund accounting software
Successfully sold and implemented the MIP non-profit software for the
Navajo Nation and the Girl Scouts of America
Managed the post sales process so that new customers felt supported during the
implementation process

Donna M Knapp, CPA, CFE, CITP

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Accounting Manager
Prime Cable
November 1991 July 1995 Austin, Texas Area
Managed accounting, financial reporting and analysis, tax reporting, annual
budget preparation and annual audits for Houston Prime Cable
Manager | Tax Software Implementation
Freddie Mac
August 1989 October 1991 Vienna, VA
Directed team of tax professionals involved in tax planning and reporting for the
largest provider of mortgage backed securities
Successfully managed the development of a tax reporting software
system with a combined team of tax, accounting and IT professionals
Education:
Saint Edwards University - MBA, Business & Accounting
West Virginia University - MSW, Social Work: BSW, Social Work
John Hopkins Signature Track in Data Science (in progress)
Project Quest; Network + & CompTIA A+ Training
Professional Associations:
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE),
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA)
Certifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP)
Awards:
Speakers Award from the San Antonio Chapter of the ACFE