Karen Smith

Karen Smith is an experienced accountant with a strong background in cash management, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations, currently serving at Ashley Foods Inc since April 2007. Responsibilities include managing daily payment applications and remote deposits totaling $22 million annually, auditing corporate and payroll accounts, and compiling financial information for statement preparation. Additionally, Karen has a notable history of identifying fraud, strengthening internal controls, and mentoring new employees in accounting procedures. Prior experience includes roles as a Tax Checker at Piermani & Bearoff P.C., where approximately 400 tax returns were reviewed annually, and as a Tax Advisor III at H&R Block, providing expert assistance in various tax matters. Karen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Thomas Jefferson University.