Cheryl Jefferson Cooke has over 15 years of accounting experience working with small organizations consisting of 1 to 150 employees. Her background ranges from public accounting to interim CFO functions. With the ability to communicate to all levels of an organization, Cheryl has been able to evaluate and offer recommendations for process improvement and business initiatives, as well as convey the organization’s present and future financial picture in meaningful terms. She also has 13 years of experience working with government contractors and is very knowledgeable of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and compliance with the Defense Contract Audit Agency’s (DCAA) requirements.
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant - State of Maryland
Positions
Treasurer (2006-2007) - National Association of Women Business Owners, Baltimore Chapter
Committe Member (2004-2006) - Maryland Association of CPA's, Technology Committee
Education
Bachelor of Arts Masters of Science, Financial Management
Publications
Government Contracting: Read the Instructions First. (2004, August). The Business Monthly, p. 18. It’s Budget Season. (2004, November). The Business Monthly, p 34.