Kate Workman, CPA

Senior Director of Finance

Eugene, Oregon, United States

About

Results driven professional with strong technical background in both public and private industry. Ability to participate in diverse teams settings, communicate effectively, and manage multiple projects through completion. Proven experience in applying auditing and accounting standards, assessing internal control structures, and managing engagement teams. Strong organizational skills and desire to produce quality work efficiently and effectively. Civic minded and driven by collaboration of professional and community service

Experience

  • Market of Choice, Inc. (13 yrs 10 mos)
    • Senior Director of Finance
      May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

    • Controller
      Jun 2015 - Apr 2023 · 7 yrs 11 mos

    • Accounting Manager
      Sep 2012 - May 2015 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Audit Manager at Perkins & Co
    Oct 2013 - Nov 2014 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • 2nd Vice President at Active 20-30 Club of Eugene #920
    Apr 2013 - Oct 2013 · 7 mos

    Active 20-30 United States and Canada provides young adults with an opportunity for personal growth, friendship and leadership development while improving the quality of life for the special needs of the children in its community. • Buzzsaw Ball Dinner & Auction Co-Chair, October 2012 – April 2013 • Secretary, April 2012 – October 2012 • Director, October 2011 – April 2012 • Pearl Buck Christmas Tree Cutting Project Chair, December 2011 • Children's Shopping Spree Project Chair, August 2011 • Attendance & Membership Chair, October 2010 – October 2011

  • Senior Global Accountant at Levi Strauss & Co.
    Jul 2011 - Jul 2012 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Traveled to Poland and Czech Republic to train Eastern European affiliates how to efficiently utilize SAP platform while maintaining compliance with U.S. accounting standards • Managed global finance policies by monitoring compliance with accounting and operational standards • Identified process improvements for global affiliate’s accounting procedures to increase efficiencies and employee morale • Successfully coordinated work-shadow strategy for transferring knowledge of accounting processes from Eastern European affiliates • Communicated knowledge transfer progress and needs to Senior VP’s and Directors • Delivered high-level commentary to European and U.S. Controllers for quarterly trial balance reviews • Developed and strengthened relationships with European business partners for successful transfer of knowledge and to maintain collaborative relationships to manage work post migration

  • Business Assurance Manager at Moss Adams LLP
    Jan 2006 - Jul 2011 · 5 yrs 7 mos

    Responsibilities included: • Pre-planned for engagements • Reviewed client accounting procedures • Operated procedures and systems of control • Conducted audit tests and perform analytical review of audit documents • Researched accounting issues • Prepared financial statements • Managed client relationships • Lead and developed new professional staff and interns