Naomi Paulino, CPA

Audit Manager

“It is better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one
than to have an opportunity and not be prepared.”
-Whitney M Young

OVERVIEW

With over 13 years of extensive experience in audit and accounting, Naomi brings a wealth of expertise and a unique background to the table. Her career includes five years of Big 4 firm experience and nine years in public accounting, where she has honed her skills in financial statement audits and compliance. Before transitioning into the world of accounting, Naomi served four years as a rocket launcher repairer in the US Army, a role that instilled in her a strong sense of discipline and precision. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Management from Tarleton State University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University.

PERSONAL INTERESTS

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Naomi is deeply involved in her community as an Audit Committee member for a regional credit union, ensuring financial integrity and transparency. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, taking in the sights and sounds of nature, and tending to her garden, where she finds relaxation and joy.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science in Business – Accounting Virginia Commonwealth University
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Minor in Management Tarleton State University

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES & MEMBERSHIPS

• Audit Committee Member, Community First Credit Union
• Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants (MNCPA)
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)