Donna Yost, Cpa
About Donna Yost, Cpa
Donna Yost is a Senior Accountant with expertise in preparing Incurred Cost Models and conducting Accounting System Reviews. She has a strong background in budgeting, cost control, and Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance, and currently works at Kratos Defense & Technology Solutions.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Donna Yost has been employed at Kratos Defense & Technology Solutions as a Senior Accountant since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for various accounting functions, leveraging her extensive experience in the field. Her tenure at Kratos has allowed her to apply her skills in budgeting, cost control, and financial operations within the defense and technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Donna Yost holds both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from the University of Central Florida. Her educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in accounting principles, which she applies in her professional roles. She possesses expertise in preparing Incurred Cost Models, conducting Accounting System Reviews (SF 1408), and ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Background
Donna Yost has a diverse professional background in accounting, having held various positions across multiple companies. She worked as a Corporate Accounting Manager at The Biltmore Company from 2012 to 2015 and served as a Plant Controller at Earnest Products from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she has experience as a CPA at The Cruise Group in 2018 and as an Associate at Resources Connection from 2001 to 2002.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Donna Yost has developed a strong skill set in audit preparation for internal, external, and DCAA audits. She has successfully implemented systems and policies for accounting and finance operations, demonstrating her capability in enhancing organizational efficiency. Her work in budgeting and developing annual operating plans further underscores her contributions to the companies she has served.