Alex Shima is a seasoned accounting professional with extensive experience in financial management and auditing. Currently serving as Senior Manager, Accounting at Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), Alex is responsible for managing financial statement integrity, improving accounting processes, and preparing annual budgets. Prior to this role, Alex held positions at RSM US LLP as Assurance Manager and Assurance Supervisor, focusing on audit services for nonprofit and healthcare organizations. Additionally, Alex served as Financial Accounting Supervisor at Agrace HospiceCare, overseeing general ledger accounting and financial reporting. Earlier roles include Assurance Senior Associate at McGladrey & Pullen and Internal Auditor at Phoenix International. Alex holds a Bachelor of Accountancy from North Dakota State University.