Working as a consultant to the US Department of Labor, Mark performed compliance audits on the then “Big 8” CPA firms. Mark examined the largest CPA firms’ work papers of Fortune 500 clients to determine the adequacy of documentation to support Pension Plan audit opinions.
Mark also was employed by Viacom to perform detailed “pre-audit” reviews of internal controls and operating efficiencies. He then implemented solutions to allow the individual locations to be managed with flexibility as well as needed controls.
Mark was ahead of his time in terms of the significance of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. He brings relevant, practical experience to the intent of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements of documenting controls, testing, and developing processes to ensure sound business operations. Mark was a panelist at a regional seminar where he presented Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance practices and strategies, specifically designed for corporate CPAs and attorneys.