Nathan Traczewski
Nashville
Summary
Driven problem solver possessing a unique mix of technical and financial experience, including leading the development of a complex cognitive gaming software suite, and facilitating financial statement audits on large, publicly traded companies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Software Developer
Vanderbilt University
Nashville
09.2022 - Current
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of MUSE, a multi-task cognitive gaming software suite built using C# and Unity for neuroscience experiments in humans and non-human primates.
- Designed and developed cognitive tasks, each targeting distinct cognitive domains (e.g., working memory, attention, decision-making), to provide comprehensive assessments of cognitive function.
- Developed Unity3D-based modules for the seamless execution of cognitive and motivational tasks, ensuring accuracy and reproducibility in experimental data collection.
- Collaborated with neuroscientists and research teams to implement task-specific features, optimize experiment workflows, and ensure compatibility across various experimental setups.
- Provided technical leadership and mentorship to a team of developers, ensuring high-quality software delivery within established timelines.
- Delivered comprehensive documentation and training resources for end-users, facilitating the adoption of MUSE within the research community.
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte LLP
Atlanta
10.2017 - 09.2022
- Planned, coordinated, and conducted financial statement audits and accounting advisory service engagements for public and privately held companies, with a focus on quality, operational excellence, and innovation. Served clients across various industries, including Power & Utilities, Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical, Insurance, and Technology, Healthcare, with annual revenues ranging from $308M to $1.9B.
- Performed Accounting and Reporting Advisory (ARA) professional services, including assisting a publicly listed client in complying with the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 Act, which involved gaining a thorough understanding of the business processes, performing risk assessments, linking risks to relevant financial statement assertions, and designing financial controls to mitigate these risks. Specifically, I assisted my client in the design, implementation, and testing of 64 business process controls and 28 entity-level controls over a 9-month span.
- Coached, mentored, and provided direct and effective feedback on performance reviews for staff members.
Senior Accountant
OneOncology
Nashville
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed the accounting operations for an Arizona-based independent oncology practice, including leading all aspects of the month-end close process, which involved the preparation and review of the company’s journal entries and financial statements, ensuring proper adherence to US GAAP.
- Prepared and presented an analysis to the CFO on the company’s financial results, identifying trends, explaining variances, and investigating/resolving discrepancies.
- Managed a team of staff accountants and led weekly meetings with the executives and doctors at the oncology practice, providing updates and resolving issues.
Education
Full-Stack Software Development Bootcamp - Software Development
Nashville Software School
Nashville, TN01-2022
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2016
Skills
- Problem Solving
- C# Programming
- Software Architecture
- Web Development
- Data Analysis
- Financial Analysis
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Georgia State Board of Accountancy. Passed all four exam sections on the first attempt within a 7-month span while completing my Masters of Accountancy Degree.
Timeline
Senior Software Developer
Vanderbilt University
09.2022 - Current
Senior Accountant
OneOncology
02.2021 - 05.2021
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte LLP
10.2017 - 09.2022
Full-Stack Software Development Bootcamp - Software Development
Nashville Software School
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Tennessee
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