Justin Schultz, Cpa, Cfe
About Justin Schultz, Cpa, Cfe
Justin Schultz is a Senior Internal Auditor with certifications as a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner. He has a strong background in the financial services industry, having worked at Western & Southern Financial Group and served in the United States Marine Forces Reserve.
Current Role at Western & Southern Financial Group
Justin Schultz serves as a Senior Internal Auditor at Western & Southern Financial Group, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he performs risk-based integrated, consulting, compliance, and investigative audits. His responsibilities include assessing the effectiveness of internal controls and ensuring compliance with regulations. Prior to this role, he worked as an Internal Auditor and an Advanced Internal Auditor within the same organization.
Previous Experience at Western & Southern Financial Group
Before becoming a Senior Internal Auditor, Justin Schultz held various positions at Western & Southern Financial Group. He worked as an Internal Auditor from 2017 to 2018 and as an Advanced Internal Auditor from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a Rotational Internship in Internal Audit, Accounting, and Treasury from 2016 to 2017. His experiences contributed to his expertise in the financial services industry.
Education and Certifications
Justin Schultz earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A) with a focus on Accounting from Northern Kentucky University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2016. He holds certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), which enhance his qualifications in internal auditing and fraud prevention.
Military Background
Justin Schultz served in the United States Marine Forces Reserve as a Sergeant in the Military Police from 2013 to 2020. His military experience provided him with leadership skills and discipline, which are beneficial in his auditing career.
Early Career at Kroger
Prior to his roles in auditing, Justin Schultz worked at Kroger in various positions. He served as a Customer Service Associate from 2010 to 2014 and later as an Assistant Produce Manager from 2014 to 2015. These roles helped him develop strong customer service and management skills.