Ava Graves, Cpa
About Ava Graves, Cpa
Ava Graves is a Senior Accountant currently employed at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. She has a diverse background in accounting, having worked at several firms including BDO USA, LLP and MBAF, and holds a Master of Science in Accounting from Hunter College.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden
Ava Graves serves as a Senior Accountant at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for various accounting functions and financial reporting tasks. Her position involves ensuring compliance with financial regulations and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. Madison Square Garden is a prominent venue for sports and entertainment, and her work supports its operational and financial objectives.
Previous Experience at BDO USA, LLP
Before her current position, Ava worked as an Experienced Audit Associate at BDO USA, LLP for eight months in 2021. Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, she was involved in audit processes, providing insights into financial statements and compliance for various clients. This experience enhanced her auditing skills and knowledge of industry standards.
Educational Background in Accounting
Ava Graves holds a Master of Science in Accounting from Hunter College, which she completed from 2018 to 2019. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Hendrix College, graduating in 2018. Her academic background has provided her with a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Internship Experience in Auditing and Taxation
Ava has gained valuable experience through several internships in the accounting field. She worked as an Audit Intern at MBAF for three months in 2019, where she assisted with audit engagements. Additionally, she completed a Tax Intern role at Laura J Hanlon CPA PA in 2018 for three months, focusing on tax preparation and compliance. Earlier, she was an Office Assistant at Wilbert Funeral Services, Inc. in 2017, which provided her with administrative experience in a professional setting.
Career Progression at MBAF
Ava Graves progressed within MBAF, initially serving as a Tax Intern and later as a Staff Auditor from 2019 to 2021. In her role as Staff Auditor, she conducted audits and contributed to financial assessments for various clients. This experience helped her develop her auditing skills and understand the complexities of financial reporting.