Ashley Clarke, CPA

Experience

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  Wachovia Securities

  May 2007 - Aug 2007

  INROADS Capital Management Intern

  Assisted in planning projects to upgrade the online banking system for the organization.~ Authored a profit and loss document that would outline the profitability of the company’s annuity package. Based on findings, the company could save upwards of $500K by developing a new package and eliminating the existing package. This very detailed view of bottom line savings was still in review after the conclusion of my internship.

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  PricewaterhouseCoopers

  Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Tax Intern

  Taught a course to Private Company Services group related to Section 1011 of the Internal Revenue Code to reiterate knowledge and expertise.~ Shadowed full-time tax associates on day-to-day tasks and introduced to company leadership and culture.~ Worked independently on tax compliance projects.

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  PwC

  Oct 2010 - Nov 2013

  New York State Division of Budget• Collaborated with State stakeholders to develop an effective solution to the current disaster plan for the State in order to assist in the upcoming hurricane seasons.• Led the project planning and implementation of an emergency procurement process for the State.• Performed financial analysis to assess the proper mix of assets for the State to maintain as well as the locations for logistical staging areas.• Established valuable relationships with the stakeholders to foster meaningful discussions between each State agency.• Reviewed existing State emergency contracts and provided recommendations to enhance the agreements already in place as well as to develop new contracts.Other Engagements• In accordance with OMB Circular, A-123 Appendix A, performed A-123 Test of Design and Test of Operating Effectiveness assessments over financial reporting of one Department of Homeland Security Component.• Performed testing and assessment of various findings as part of the Verification & Validation requirements of the Department of Homeland Security Components.• Performed primary reviews of documentation prepared by colleagues and provided feedback in order to present a stellar work product.• Used a complex set of calculations and parameters to ensure accuracy and efficiency in settling business interruption claims as part of a multi-billion dollar class-action settlement process for Deepwater Horizon.• Reviewed and assessed claims for accounting and tax variances, and determined the next steps for claims after the review was conducted.• Performed primary and secondary reviews of insurance claim documentation prepared by colleagues, senior level staff, and subcontractors.• Supported the US Coast Guard Asset Reconciliation and Management efforts. This consisted of enrolling and valuing billions of dollars’ worth of assets into the Coast Guard Asset System. Show less Generate bottom-line revenue in tax return review, compliance and preparation. Manage and set up meticulous financial plans for high-net worth individuals, partnerships, foundations, estates and corporations to showcase income potential and avoid future pitfalls in their financial position in the future. ~ Collaborating with top executive and navigating complex calculations in the system, determined the best blend of incentive stock options for the client to exercise while saving in taxes through non-qualified stock options. Client was very satisfied with results.~ Serve as mentor for interns bi-annually to help them to fit into the corporate environment and maximize their experience at the firm. Many received job offers with PwC.~ Earned reputation for being reliable contact for clients during busy season to answer questions related to their tax concerns and was recognized with a spot bonus award.~ Trained new hire on rigid procedure of preparing partner returns in PwC partner database.~ Recruited potential new hires on the campus of James Madison University which has resulted in four (4) students receiving interviews. Show less

  • Experienced Advisory Associate

    May 2012 - Nov 2013

  • Experienced Tax Associate

    Oct 2010 - May 2012
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  Turner Broadcasting System

  Nov 2013 - Aug 2017

  Establish valuable relationships with Ad Sales Finance and Turner Content Distribution Finance teams to foster meaningful discussions and act as a liaison for the Financial Business Services team.Prepare consolidated financial reports and variance analysis for forecast, budget, and month-end actuals to be presented to Senior management.Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts for Ad Sales and Turner Content Distribution to support the Consolidated Financial Reporting team in company-wide forecasting.Perform adhoc analysis as requested by the Sales Finance groupsParticipate on working teams that contribute to company-wide process improvements within the Financial Business Services group, most notably revamping the consolidated Free Cash Flow forecast that is submitted to Turner management and Time Warner.Perform annual review of International Ad Sales revenue to ensure revenue recognition occurs in accordance with the media plan.Evaluated the Sales Line of Business processes and streamlined the reporting during non-quarter end months to create valuable time savings. Show less Provided accounting support to the Sales Finance group. This includes Turner Network Sales and Ad Sales.Acted as liaison between Finance and Accounting Business Services.Prepared consolidated financial reports, for forecast, budget, and month-end actual results, to executive level management.Prepared monthly Sales cash flow forecasts to support Corporate Planning & Reporting in company-wide forecastingPerformed quarterly analysis on automated payment and T&E systems for SOX compliance.Variance analysis between forecast numbers and month-end actuals results.Validated month-end P&L and Balance Sheet results with the Corporate planning & reporting department.Drove process improvements within the Line of Business team Show less

  • Senior Financial Analyst - Reporting & Decision Support Services

    May 2015 - Aug 2017

  • Senior Accountant - Reporting & Decision Support Services

    Nov 2013 - May 2015
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  Your Health Matters, LLC

  Nov 2015 - now

  Owner / Coach

  • Help adults find the fountain of youth through sustainable nutrition and personal training in-person and online.• Facilitate workshops on various health & wellness topics including workplace wellness, nutrition, body positivity, and self-love.• Authored an Amazon Bestselling children’s book, “You Can Do It, Just Put Your Mind To It!”, teaching children the power of exercise for brain health and coping with test anxiety.• Authored the Frugally Fit e-book, detailing methods to sustain a healthy lifestyle while on a budget.• Developed an online meal prep challenge, helping participants understand the concept of meal prepping and getting comfortable incorporating it into their weekly routine.• Hosted workshops at Warner Bros. Discovery (formerly Turner Broadcasting) in Atlanta, GA on the topic of Workplace Wellness to classes of 20-30 participants.• Instructed a nutrition workshop for the American Heart Association, in partnership with Silence the Shame, to educate participants on how to shop the grocery store.• Developed a Healthy Meetings guide for staff at Warner Bros. Discovery to utilize when planning work events. This guide includes recommended caterers, menu suggestions, and mapped routes for on-campus walking.• Served as guest speaker to a class of 20 participants at Good Samaritan Health Center on the topic of Heart Health and cooking alternatives for a healthier diet. Show less

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  Corporate Sports Unlimited

  Mar 2017 - Nov 2022

  Group Fitness Instructor
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  Warner Bros. Discovery

  Aug 2017 - Jul 2023

  Senior Financial Analyst - Studios & Networks Finance
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  Urban Perform

  Oct 2018 - Nov 2020

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    Feb 2017 - Nov 2020

  • Treasurer, Board of Directors

    Oct 2018 - Sept 2020
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  Camp Gladiator

  Sept 2020 - Feb 2022

  Franchise Owner