Melissa Coombs

Melissa Coombs, CPA, CFE, is an experienced accounting professional currently serving as Accounting Manager & Finance Projects at Nemetschek Group, where responsibilities include general ledger accounting under IFRS and internal controls since January 2022. Prior roles include Senior Financial Accountant at The Washington Post, where process improvements enhanced efficiency in fixed asset and engineering expense accounting, and Accounting Manager at Command Group, where Melissa implemented an HCM system and developed accounting policies with the CFO. Melissa started as a Staff Accountant at Halt, Buzas & Powell, Ltd., and has a diverse background in nonprofit audits, small business consulting, and office management across various industries. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Accounting and a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Accounting from American University, alongside a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting from George Mason University.