Luke Ward

Staff Internal Auditor

Iowa City, Iowa, United States

About

Detail-oriented individual with experience in risk assessment, internal controls, and process improvement. Skilled in evaluating financial and operational risks, testing controls, and delivering clear, actionable insights. Passionate about strengthening compliance, improving efficiency, and continuously growing in audit and risk management.

Experience

  • Staff Internal Auditor at Lee Enterprises
    Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

  • Operations Lead at Ward Family Farms
    May 2023 - Mar 2026 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    • Operated John Deere 8360R and 6155R tractors during planting and harvesting seasons • Handled a 1350-bushel grain cart, successfully harvesting over 5,000 acres • Leveraged global positioning systems data to enhance grain yields • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions by applying mechanical knowledge and spatial problem-solving skills • Ensured accurate hour counts for payroll records and maintained detailed reports • Partnered with a team and worked independently to efficiently complete rigorous tasks

  • Server at Daisy's Garage
    Jun 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Collaborated with a team of 20 to deliver exceptional customer service to over 200 clients each night • Engaged in various training sessions to enhance and refine customer service skills • Effectively managed over eight concurrent parties while ensuring high-quality service. • Facilitated effective communication among servers, cooks, hostesses, managers, and bartenders • Maintained precise records of cash and credit tips for accurate recordkeeping and tax compliance • Independently managed the opening and closing of the facility in accordance with stringent standards

  • Facilities Specialist at Lake Hills Church
    Nov 2022 - May 2023 · 7 mos

    • Diagnosed, repaired, and maintained equipment and facilities across a 40-acre campus • Safely operated a 30-foot man lift to perform tasks including repairing lights, electrical equipment, and plumbing systems • Collaborated with a team of six to effectively plan and execute an event for over 600 attendees • Supported setup and tear down operations for weekly services and community events, ensuring smooth transitions between activities • Provided on-call support for urgent maintenance requests to minimize operational disruptions

  • Digital Account Executive at Hibu
    Jun 2022 - Nov 2022 · 6 mos

    • Established and fostered relationships with more than 100 local business owners • Consistently exceeded prospecting metrics of 1,000 activities per month • Traveled up to 50 miles to engage with prospects in person, discussing potential partnerships to enhance their business growth • Completed a three-month training program focused on improving prospecting, objection handling, and closing skills • Managed the complete sales cycle from initiation to completion, regularly meeting with customers to ensure satisfaction • Organized and evaluated list of 4,000 prospective customers • Identified the top 100 prospects necessary to achieve a $25,000 quota • Strategically worked with new customers to enhance their online presence while developing advertisements and driving revenue growth