Denise Sullivan

Denise Sullivan, CPA, has a diverse and extensive work experience. Denise is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Turtle Fur since March 2020. Prior to that, they have been the owner of their own firm, Denise Sullivan CPA, LLC, since November 2014.

In addition, Denise has held various positions in different organizations. From December 2017 to April 2019, they worked at Stowe Electric Department as a Controller, where they were responsible for financial reporting, cash management, and day-to-day financial supervision.

Before that, they served as the Vice President of Finance at Equity Services, Inc. from October 2010 to January 2015. In this role, they ensured financial compliance and supervised staff accountants in preparing budgets and financial statements.

From May 2007 to January 2015, Denise worked at National Life Group (NLG) as the Director of Life & Annuity Finance. Denise was responsible for overseeing financial operations, managing agency P&L, and implementing process improvements.

Denise's early career involved working as an Assistant State Auditor at the State Auditors Office - State of Vermont from October 2004 to May 2007. Here, they conducted financial and performance audits and was involved in fraud audits.

Overall, Denise Sullivan's work experience demonstrates their expertise in financial management, compliance, and auditing.

Denise Sullivan CPA completed their Master's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the Georgia Institute of Technology from 1989 to 1991. Prior to that, they obtained a BBA in Accounting from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business. Additionally, they earned an MSM in Business Administration and Management, General from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Denise also holds a CRCP (Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional) certification from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which they obtained in December 2011. In November 2007, they became a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) through The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. Denise acquired their Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in November 2006. Finally, in May 2005, they became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) through the Vermont State of. In June 2014, Denise obtained the FLMI (Fellow, Life Management Institute) certification from LOMA.