Matthew Winter, Cpa, Cfe
About Matthew Winter, Cpa, Cfe
Matthew Winter is an Internal Audit Manager at CenterPoint Energy with over 13 years of experience in the field. He has a diverse background in auditing, including significant roles at KPMG LLP and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, and specializes in compliance with PCAOB and A-123 standards.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Matthew Winter has served as the Internal Audit Manager at CenterPoint Energy since 2011. His role involves overseeing internal audit processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. He has accumulated over 13 years of experience in this position, contributing to the company's operational and financial audit strategies.
Previous Experience at Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
Prior to his current role, Matthew Winter worked at the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission as the Assistant Regional Supervisor - Compliance from 2010 to 2011. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance with state regulations in Houston, TX, for a duration of one year.
Career at KPMG LLP
Matthew Winter spent eight years at KPMG LLP, progressing from Staff to Manager between 2001 and 2009. His tenure involved a variety of audit functions, enhancing his expertise in external audits across multiple sectors, including real estate, insurance, construction, and manufacturing.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Winter earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting from Old Dominion University, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his extensive experience in conducting audits in compliance with PCAOB and A-123 standards, particularly for federal agencies.
Diverse Audit Background
Matthew Winter has a diverse audit background, with seven years dedicated to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Act audits. He has also conducted audits for state and local governments for two years, specializing in both regulated and non-regulated operational and financial audits.