Amanda Kavanagh, Cpa, Cma
About Amanda Kavanagh, Cpa, Cma
Amanda Kavanagh, CPA, CMA, is a Lead Cost Controller for the Deepwater Drilling Project at Chevron in St. John's, with extensive experience in financial accounting and analysis for Atlantic Canada assets.
Current Roles at Chevron
Amanda Kavanagh currently holds multiple roles at Chevron. She serves as the Lead Cost Controller for the Deepwater Drilling Project and as a Royalty and Joint Venture Financial Accountant for the Atlantic Canada Assets based in St. John's. Additionally, she works as a Financial Analyst for the Atlantic Canada sector. These roles involve various critical financial responsibilities, including royalty calculations, expenditure reviews, and financial forecasting.
Educational Background
Amanda Kavanagh achieved a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Honours in Accounting from Memorial University of Newfoundland, where she studied from 2003 to 2008. She furthered her education with a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification and received her CPA, CMA credentials. This combination of rigorous academic training and professional certification underpins her financial expertise.
Achievements in Royalty and Revenue Forecasting
In 2014, Amanda Kavanagh calculated and filed royalties valued at $63 million related to Chevron's share of the Hibernia and Terra Nova production. She also forecasted and accounted for crude revenue monthly, which amounted to a yearly value of $1.2 billion. Her role includes reporting royalty expenses monthly for input into financial statements and forecasting quarterly cash requirements.
Coordination of External Royalty Audits
Amanda Kavanagh has coordinated external royalty audits from both the Provincial and Federal Government. She was responsible for preparing all necessary documentation and responding to all related queries, ensuring compliance and accuracy. This role highlights her capability in dealing with highly detailed and regulatory-focused financial processes.
Internal Control Testing and SOX Compliance
Amanda Kavanagh conducted extensive Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control testing. Her duties included testing the segregation of duties and reviewing IT access to ensure controls around Financial Reporting and Disclosure. This critical work safeguards the financial accuracy and integrity of Chevron's financial operations.