Christian Waits, Cpa
About Christian Waits, Cpa
Christian Waits is an Accounting and Compliance Supervisor with expertise in Income Tax and State and Local Tax Compliance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Bob Jones University and has worked in various roles within the accounting field, including positions at KPMG and Gordian.
Current Role at Gordian
Christian Waits serves as the Accounting and Compliance Supervisor at Gordian, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees various accounting functions and ensures compliance with internal and external audit standards. He also serves as an Assistant Controller, contributing to the financial integrity of the organization. His responsibilities include managing financial reporting and compliance processes, which are critical to the organization's operations.
Education and Expertise
Christian Waits earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Bob Jones University, where he studied from 2014 to 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation in financial principles and practices. He has developed expertise in Income Tax and State and Local Tax (SALT) Compliance, which enhances his ability to navigate complex tax regulations and ensure compliance for the organizations he has worked with.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Christian Waits gained significant experience in the accounting field. He worked at KPMG in various capacities, including as a Business Tax Services Intern in 2016 and as an Associate from 2017 to 2020. He also held the position of Senior Associate in Business Tax Services for a brief period in 2020. Additionally, he worked at Gordian as a Reporting and Compliance Analyst for nine months in 2020. His diverse experience across different organizations has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of accounting and compliance.
Early Career Background
Christian Waits began his career with various roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked at Andersen Corporation as an assembly line worker from 2014 to 2015, which provided him with foundational work experience. He also served as a Security Guard at the Museum and Gallery at Bob Jones University during the same period. These early roles helped him develop a strong work ethic and an understanding of operational processes.