Kevin Progar, Cpa
About Kevin Progar, Cpa
Kevin Progar is an Internal Audit Manager with over 15 years of experience in auditing across various industries, including oil services and power equipment manufacturing. He has held significant roles at firms such as Ernst & Young and FMC Technologies, and currently works at Brambles in Orlando, Florida.
Work at Brambles
Kevin Progar has been serving as the Internal Audit Manager at Brambles since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing internal audit processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His position is based in Orlando, Florida, where he applies his extensive auditing experience to enhance operational efficiency and risk management within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Progar studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned both a Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from 2000 to 2005. His academic background provides a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, particularly in relation to US GAAP, which he has applied throughout his career in various auditing roles.
Background
Kevin Progar has over 15 years of auditing experience across multiple industries, including oil services and power equipment manufacturing. He began his career as an Internal Audit Intern at the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in 2004. He has held various positions, including Lead Internal Auditor at SEL and Senior Internal Auditor at FMC Technologies, where he developed a comprehensive understanding of internal audit processes.
Professional Experience
Kevin Progar's professional experience includes significant roles at renowned organizations. He worked at Ernst & Young as a Staff Auditor from 2005 to 2007, where he gained foundational auditing skills. He then spent nine years at FMC Technologies and seven years at SEL, leading forensic audits and managing audit teams. His experience with large ERP systems such as SAP, Dynamics AX, Deltek Vision, and GP has further enhanced his auditing capabilities.
Achievements in Auditing
Throughout his career, Kevin Progar has led numerous forensic audits at both international and domestic locations. His ability to navigate complex audit environments and implement effective audit strategies has contributed to his reputation as a knowledgeable professional in the field. His extensive experience in various industries has equipped him with the skills necessary to address diverse auditing challenges.